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| Which subject | Personal development |
| What topic | Extremism |
| What length (min) | 30 |
| What age group | Doesn't matter |
| Class size | 20 |
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| Ask some students to presents their homework | |
| Add a physical break | |
| Add group activities | |
| Include homework | |
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| Number of slides | 5 |
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Extremism
Suitable for students of any grade, typically ages 14-18.
Personal Development
20 students
30 minutes
This lesson adheres to the UK National Curriculum standards for Personal Development by promoting understanding and respect for diversity and encouraging critical inquiry concerning controversial topics.
| Step Number | Step Title | Length (minutes) | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction | 5 | Introduce the topic of extremism, outlining objectives. Engage students with a thought-provoking question. |
| 2 | Definition and Types | 5 | Provide a clear definition of extremism. Discuss the various types (political, religious, etc.) through examples. |
| 3 | Case Studies | 10 | Split the class into small groups. Provide each group with a case study. Ask students to read and discuss it, focusing on causes and effects of extremism. |
| 4 | Class Discussion | 5 | Bring the class back together. Facilitate a discussion on the insights from case studies, encouraging multiple viewpoints. |
| 5 | Critical Reflection | 3 | Ask students to write a brief response in their reflective journals about their thoughts on extremism and how it affects society. |
| 6 | Homework Assignment | 2 | Explain the homework: students to write a one-page reflection on an aspect of extremism discussed in class. Remind them to bring the written work for check without presentations. |
Students will write a one-page reflection regarding their understanding of extremism based on the discussions held in class. This work will be checked for completion and understanding without requiring anyone to present in front of the class.
Students will be assessed based on participation in group discussions, the completeness of their reflective journal entries, and their homework submissions.