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Which subject	Sociology
What topic	Young people and society in modern Ireland
What length (min)	30
What age group	Adult courses
Class size	20
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Lesson plan

Lesson Plan: Young People and Society in Modern Ireland

Subject

Sociology

Topic

Young People and Society in Modern Ireland

Grade/Age Group

Adult courses

Duration

30 minutes

Class Size

20 students

Objectives

• Understand the role of young people in contemporary Irish society.
• Explore the challenges faced by young people in Ireland today.
• Discuss the impact of cultural, social, and economic factors on young people's lives.
• Encourage critical thinking about societal norms and values related to youth.

Materials

• Whiteboard and markers
• Projector and screen for presentation
• Handouts with statistical data on youth demographics in Ireland
• Articles or excerpts about young people in Ireland from recent studies
• Video clip (5 minutes) about youth culture in Ireland
• Notebooks or paper for student notes

Lesson Structure

Step Number	Step Title	Length	Details
1	Introduction	5 minutes	Introduce the topic and objectives of the lesson. Briefly discuss what students already know.
2	Contextual Overview	5 minutes	Present key statistics about young people in Ireland (demographics, education, employment).
3	Video Reflection	5 minutes	Show a 5-minute video clip on youth culture in Ireland. Follow with a brief class discussion.
4	Group Discussion	10 minutes	Divide students into small groups (4-5 per group). Discuss current challenges young people face. Each group shares a brief summary with the class.
5	Conclusion and Q&A	5 minutes	Summarize key points discussed. Open the floor for any remaining questions and provide clarifications.
6	Homework Assignment	0 minutes	Distribute handouts with assigned reading on the topic. Explain that homework will be collected without presentation in class.

Homework

• Assign students to read an article about the impact of social media on young people in Ireland and write a one-page reflection on how it affects their social interactions and identity.

Assessment

• Student understanding will be assessed through participation in group discussions and the submission of the homework reflection.

Alignment with National Curriculum

• The lesson aligns with the objectives of promoting critical thinking and analysis of social issues affecting young people, contributing to a well-rounded understanding of sociology at an adult education level.

Lesson script