A paper copy of the schedule will be distributed before the day...
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Please find below an overview of the lessons for today and a list of lesson objectives.
Material created throughout the day will be collected by Media Associates and published on a website, which can be used in subsequent Learning Coach sessions. (Details to follow)
Learning Objectives:
Lesson 1: What a team!........What are the advantages of working as a team?
All Groups, Period 1
(All resources will distributed and will be available in rooms from 8.20am)
1. Starter – discuss the images at the opening of the presentation. Ask students to comment on why they represent good examples of teamwork. What qualities do they show?
2. Explain to students that they will be working in groups of 4. Ask them to come up with 4 rules for their group and add them to the sheet.
3. Ask the groups to appoint an observer before you start the activity. They will make notes on what the people in the group do and how well they stick to the rules.
4. Give the students 10 mins to make the Eiffel Tower out of plasticine.
5. Feed back from observers – what went well/why?
6. OPTIONAL – re-do the task this time sticking to rules more thoroughly
7. Look at contentious issues on the slide. Discuss and make notes in groups
8. Feedback and vote on issues as a whole class
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Lesson 2: Louis Theroux: Gun crime in Philadelphia....
Questions for discussion......
Is it necessary to carry a gun if you live in certain area of America?
Why is gun crime so common?
Can the police ever really stop the drug barons dealing?
Why is gun crime not as common in affluent areas?
What can be changed to help improve the standard of living in poorer areas of the US and the UK?
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Lesson 3: Lock stock and two smoking Barrels..........gun laws in the US and UK.
Q: Should the law on gun ownership be changed to allow greater access and more freedom of usage for firearms in the home?
(Should guns be more freely available in the UK? Should the average person be able to own one?)
Please find below an overview of the lessons for today and a list of lesson objectives.
Material created throughout the day will be collected by Media Associates and published on a website, which can be used in subsequent Learning Coach sessions. (Details to follow)
Learning Objectives:
- To be able to understand different sides of a debate, through assuming the roles of different characters, who all have a specific agenda.
- Use reading skills to identify relevant or interesting news stories.
- Present information verbally in a lively format.
- To be able to package and present relevant information, in order to fulfill a specific agenda.
- To be able to assign roles and responsibilities which enable individuals to work as a team.
Lesson 1: What a team!........What are the advantages of working as a team?
All Groups, Period 1
(All resources will distributed and will be available in rooms from 8.20am)
1. Starter – discuss the images at the opening of the presentation. Ask students to comment on why they represent good examples of teamwork. What qualities do they show?
2. Explain to students that they will be working in groups of 4. Ask them to come up with 4 rules for their group and add them to the sheet.
3. Ask the groups to appoint an observer before you start the activity. They will make notes on what the people in the group do and how well they stick to the rules.
4. Give the students 10 mins to make the Eiffel Tower out of plasticine.
5. Feed back from observers – what went well/why?
6. OPTIONAL – re-do the task this time sticking to rules more thoroughly
7. Look at contentious issues on the slide. Discuss and make notes in groups
8. Feedback and vote on issues as a whole class
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Lesson 2: Louis Theroux: Gun crime in Philadelphia....
Questions for discussion......Is it necessary to carry a gun if you live in certain area of America?
Why is gun crime so common?
Can the police ever really stop the drug barons dealing?
Why is gun crime not as common in affluent areas?
What can be changed to help improve the standard of living in poorer areas of the US and the UK?
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Lesson 3: Lock stock and two smoking Barrels..........gun laws in the US and UK.
Q: Should the law on gun ownership be changed to allow greater access and more freedom of usage for firearms in the home?
(Should guns be more freely available in the UK? Should the average person be able to own one?)
Each group will be given a short piece of writing, which details a specific characters situation. Groups should present an argument for or against legalising guns and provide evidence to back up their argument. (Internet research is needed, laptops will be available)
For:
A farmer who is constantly being terrorised by rustlers that have been stealing his animals. They have lost thousands of pounds worth of livestock over a period of years and is on the verge of bankruptcy. The police have so far failed to turn up any suspects and a gun, together with the power to defend his property against intruders would give him peace of mind and added protection for his animals.
A member of the local police force, who has been campaigning for better protection for officers. They have been involved in two serious incidents over the years where they were injured and have now been forced leave the ‘beat’ and spend their remaining years as an officer working behind a desk in the station. A change in the law would prevent other officers suffering the same fate by allowing them to defend themselves.
A representative for gun and ammo manufacturers, who stands to make huge profits should the law be changed. The large companies would benefit from a change in the law and have promised to each give a percentage of profits to gun awareness education and victims’ charities.
An elderly member of the community, who has been a victim of burglary and mugging and no longer feels safe at home. Their council flat has been broken into twice over the past year and word is starting to get around the local community that they are helpless and an easy target. They have also recently been a victim of a mugging and are unable to move or radically increase home security due to lack of available accommodation in the area. They live alone.
Against:
A local councillor, who is trying to bring an end to violent crime in the area. They are under pressure from the government to reduce crime figures, particularly those of a violent nature and they are worried that increased gun ownership and availability will lead to more misuse, regardless of any education measures put in place. They have an election to think about in a couple of months and are keen to maintain a positive and caring image.
A parent, whose young son was killed by a gun after becoming involved with gang culture. Their son was 15 and shot whilst taking part in a robbery. The parent acknowledges the son’s guilt and does not defend their actions but is worried that more guns would eventually fall into the wrong hands and has campaigned tirelessly to prevent a change in the law. They do not want other parents to go through the same heartache.
A young student who has grown up on a rough estate but has hopes for better. They have seen far too many of their friends fall into gangs and they believe that if the law on gun ownership is changed their friends will ultimately become involved in crimes and they themselves might eventually become dragged into that way of life through peer pressure or intimidation. They hope to pursue their education and make a better life for themselves.
A member of the local police force who thinks his job will become even more dangerous with more guns on the streets. At the moment they risk their own safety every time they go out to work but with higher gun ownership they are more likely to be injured on duty, or worse. They would not want to put their families, and those of other officers, through that worry everyday. They believe that even the police should not carry firearms on the streets.
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Lesson 4: Just a minute..........the news in 60 seconds.
Using a range of newspapers, students must prepare a 60 second news bulletin.
Working in a team students must decide upon stories that are most relevant to their target audience and present them in a style that is appropriate.
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Lesson 5: Have I got news for you?
The final session will be a live version of the famous BBC quiz show. This will take place in the Drama Studio and teams will compete in this current affairs quiz, in front of a live studio audience.
