Supporting young people's participation
A number of Lesson Plans have been
developed to run alongside the KYCC Elections. These lessons
can be delivered throughout the Academic year to ensure students
have an ongoing knowledge of participation opportunities throughout
the year. The lesson plans have been develop for key Stage 4
pupils, however can be easily adapted for other year groups.
We are keen to hear your feedback
on these lesson plans; so if you have any comments please email
kycc@kent.gov.uk
This lesson concentrates
how students can be active citizens and participate with
decision making. Students should gain an understanding
of varying levels of participation and the role they have
in making decisions.
View the
Participation lesson plan (PPT, 408k)
This interactive lesson explores
Democracy within the UK and supports students to
develop a clear understanding of the main Political
Parties.
View the
Democracy lesson plan (PPT, 2699k)
An introductory lesson to
politics and how it impacts on everyday life. Students will
gain knowledge and experience of an election process and learn
about Kent Youth County Council.
View the Youth
election lesson plan (PPT,
2799k)
During this lesson students will
develop their knowledge of Power and gain an understanding of who
holds power within society and how this impacts
on their lives.