Overview
During this lesson students explore what bias within the media is and how it differs from fake news. They consider the impact bias can have on individuals and society and learn how to identify bias in a range of media contexts.
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Students examine ways in which a fictional town council could spend its budget. They consider the concerns of different...
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In this lesson, pupils explore what a digital footprint is. They consider what is and isn’t appropriate to share online thinking about the impact of this information both now and…
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This short activity challenges young people’s perceptions of current sentencing guidelines. It can be run as a standalone activity or as an extension activity as part of a mock trial…
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Controversial issues: guidance for schools
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By the end of the lesson students will: Understand key economic terms including taxation, welfare benefits, public spending and...
Consumer Law (SmartLaw Subscription)
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An Introduction to Human Rights
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