The Nature of Citizenship
Politics and Society · 6th Year · Active Citizenship · 2.º Período

The Nature of Citizenship

Students explore the rights, duties, and responsibilities associated with citizenship. The topic covers both legal definitions and broader concepts of civic participation.

NCCA Curriculum SpecificationsLO 2.1: Describe the rights and responsibilities of a citizenLO 2.2: Analyse different concepts of citizenship

About This Topic

Students explore the rights, duties, and responsibilities associated with citizenship. The topic covers both legal definitions and broader concepts of civic participation.

Key Questions

  1. What does it mean to be an active citizen?
  2. How do rights and responsibilities balance in a democratic society?
  3. What barriers exist to full civic participation?

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