At the end of this unit
most pupils: know about the European Union, the UK's role within it and some of the key issues affecting Europe. They are aware of some of the advantages and disadvantages for individuals, organisations and member states of closer European co-operation on aspects of social, cultural, economic and political policy. They investigate related issues, devising and asking questions and surveying members of their school and the wider community. They carry out research using a range of sources of information, including ICT. They take part in class discussions and a formal debate. They reflect on the issues they have investigated and discussed, and evaluate whether/how their views have changed in the light of what they have learned.
some pupils have not made so much progress and: know that the UK is part of the European Union. They are aware of some of the issues affecting members of the Union. They recognise that different individuals and organisations hold different views on Europe. They investigate a related issue and communicate their views to others, using ICT as well as other means.
some pupils have progressed further and: are aware of the range of arguments for and against the European Union, economic and monetary union, political union, and closer European co-operation on trade and social policy. They recognise the advantages and disadvantages for individuals, organisations and member states of belonging to the European Union. They understand the rights that citizens of Europe have, and can cite examples of where this has brought about change. Using skills of enquiry and a range of sources of information, including ICT, they research the views of the school and wider community, and draw on their findings to contribute effectively to class discussions and a formal debate. They reflect on whether/how their views have changed in the light of what they have discussed.
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