CSPE
Democracy and the General Election
https://www.scoilnet.ieuploads/resources/16509/16185.pdf Added: 18 Feb 2016 Contributor: Scoilnet Resource type:Module of work for CSPE created by Conor Harrisson exploring many aspects of democracy and the mechanics of voting in an Irish general election. The module is activity centered and contains a strong visual element. Includes a specific section on the 'gender election' specific to the 2016 campaign.
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- JC
- CSPE
Strand: Democracy
Strand unit: Voting/Elections
Suggestions for use: Print ooff and plan a class around these activities. Really excellent resource!
Key Skills: Being Creative Managing Information and Thinking Working with Others Literacy Numeracy
Politics & Society Class Presentations
https://www.scoilnet.ieuploads/resources/19299/18993.ppt Added: 16 Sep 2016 Contributor: Scoilnet Resource type: Guide/notesA large PowerPoint (90 slides) used during the first three weeks's of students studying the subject Politics & Society. The slides cover a general introduction to the subject and its assessment. Further slides get into the detail of the course, including power and decision making in school, issues facing traveller children, and an introduction to the philosophy of John Locke. Homework assignments are also included on the PowerPoint.
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- SC
- Politics & Society
Strand: 1. Power & Decision Making: School
Strand unit: Topic 1: General Resources
Suggestions for use: The material here is an example of what one teacher taught in classroom from the first three weeks of the course. Compare and learn.
Democracy - A Short Introduction
https://ed.ted.com/featured/RgaIhs2w Added: 10 Nov 2016 Contributor: Tara Fitzharris Resource type: Audio / VideoThis is a short 3 minute video explaining the concept of democracy. it is followed by a multiple choice quiz, there are also some prompts for further discussion with students on the topic. This is a useful resource for the teaching of ESD for Junior Cycle students.
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- JC
- CSPE
Strand: 3. Exploring Democracy
Strand unit: 3.1 The Meaning of Democracy
- SC
- Politics & Society
Strand: 2. Power & Decision Making: National/EU
Strand unit: 1. The Making of the National Policy
- 5-6
- SPHE
Strand: Myself & the Wider World
Strand unit: Developing citizenship
Content objective: This resource should enable a child to:
- begin to explore the concept of democracy
CSPE Quiz
https://www.flexiquiz.com/SC/N/cspe Added: 04 Jun 2019 Contributor: Aoife McDonnell Resource type: AssessmentTake the CSPE online quiz which focuses on high profile people, well known organisations, and important buildings. There is a fill in the blank section for the topic of democracy and law. The quiz is automatically corrected and instant feedback is provided. The feedback highlights the correct responses and provides students with a grade and the time taken to complete the quiz.
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- JC
- CSPE
Strand: Democracy
Strand: Law
Strand: Interdependence
Power & Decision Making in Schools - NCCA Possible Learning Activities
https://www.ncca.ie/media/2586/politicssociety-topic-1.pdf Added: 12 Dec 2017 Contributor: Scoilnet Resource type: Lesson PlanSource: NCCA website. The ideas and resources provided here are not prescriptive, and teachers will discover many other ways of achieving the learning outcomes. The resources include links to websites, research, articles and videos.
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- SC
- Politics & Society
Strand: 1. Power & Decision Making: School
Strand unit: 1. Power & Decision-Making: Schools
Strand: 1. Power & Decision Making: School
Strand unit: 2. Arguments Concerning the Need for Rules
Strand: 1. Power & Decision Making: School
Strand unit: 3. Ideas Underpinning the Need for Rules
Strand: 1. Power & Decision Making: School
Strand unit: 4. Effects of Rules & Rule Making Processes
Suggestions for use: Teacher guide.
Rights and Responsibilities in Communicating with Others - NCCA Possible Learning Activities
https://www.ncca.ie/media/2591/ps-topic-4.pdf Added: 12 Dec 2017 Contributor: Scoilnet Resource type: Guide/notes / Lesson PlanSource: NCCA website. The ideas and resources provided here are not prescriptive, and teachers will discover many other ways of achieving the learning outcomes. The resources include links to websites, research, articles and videos.
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- SC
- Politics & Society
Strand: 4. Citizenship: Rights & Responsibilities
Strand unit: 1. Rights to Freedom of Expression
Strand: 4. Citizenship: Rights & Responsibilities
Strand unit: 2. Developing Skills: Listen & Communicating
Strand: 4. Citizenship: Rights & Responsibilities
Strand unit: 3. Negotiating & Resolving Conflicts
Strand: 4. Citizenship: Rights & Responsibilities
Strand unit: 4. Evaluating Information & Ideas
Strand: 4. Citizenship: Rights & Responsibilities
Strand unit: 5. Democratic Practices in Wider Society
Key Thinkers on Key Topic: Hobbes
https://www.scoilnet.ieuploads/resources/20865/20588.pdf Added: 05 Jan 2017 Contributor: Donal Mc Carthy Resource type: Guide/notesThis series of handouts link the theoretical work of the courses key thinkers to key topics namely: Power and decision making, education, Class and Gender equality, education and culture and identity. This handout is on Thomas Hobbes and offers students a start point when considering the key thinkers position on each of the above topics.
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- SC
- Politics & Society
Strand: 1. Power & Decision Making: School
Strand unit: Topic 1: General Resources
Suggestions for use: Hobbes is a key thinker linked with many of the strands on the course but most relevant in strand 1 and 2. This handout helps students link his work and ideas with topics that they will encounter in these and other strands. It would be advised students keep this handout in their folders for reference during the rest of the course when the ideas of the thinker become relevant in other contexts and even in assessment.
Power & Decision Making in the School
https://www.ncca.ie/media/2586/politicssociety-topic-1.pdf Added: 09 May 2016 Contributor: Scoilnet Resource type: Guide/notesDetailed NCCA document listing the learning outcomes and the big questions that teachers need to pursue. Includes possible class activities for each section of Topic One and has web links to external sites that may be used as possible resources.
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- SC
- Politics & Society
Strand: 1. Power & Decision Making: School
Strand unit: Topic 1: General Resources
Suggestions for use: Essential resource for teachers. Print out and follow suggested activities.
Dáil 100 - Teaching Resources
https://www.dail100.ie/en/education/ Added: 10 Jan 2019 Contributor: Scoilnet Resource type:Lesson plans, slideshows and infographics supporting the commemoration of the centenary of the First Dáil in 1919. The 'Long Reads' offers students the opportunity to explore topics in greater depth.
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- JC
- History
Strand: 1. The Nature of History
Strand unit: 7. Develop Historical Judgements
Key Skills: Managing Information and Thinking Literacy
Strand: 2. The History of Ireland
Strand unit: 2. Leaders - Irish Parlimentary History
- JC
- CSPE
Strand: Democracy
Strand unit: The Irish Parliament
