Welcome to Year 7 Civics and Citizenship! Miss Lowrie

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Review – What are the 6 key Civics and Citizenship concepts?

Democracy System of Government run by the people, for the people Citizens are involved in the running of society by electing people who will represent them in government Democracy

Democratic Values The beliefs and ideals that are held by our society as a democracy

Westminster system Australia’s system of government is based on Westminster system Westminster system is a form of parliamentary government, originating in the UK

Justice Fairness or payback?? When people break the law in Australia and are convicted by the courts it is said they have been ‘brought to justice’ Through key principles and procedures (such as right to a fair trial), the legal system encourages the delivery of justice to all citizens Justice

Participation The way good citizens contribute to or take part in society Participate in many ways: voting in election or referendum, serving on a jury or paying taxes

Rights and responsibilities Our entitlements and duties as citizens Right – ensure we are able to have a say in the way our country is run and are treated fairly in the process Responsibilities – ensure we contribute to our society in order to keep it going as a strong democracy

Page 412 of your text book

Use the table provided to take notes of the 6 key concepts OR Create a mind map/Graphic organizer of your own

Trim and glue your table/ mind map into your workbook!

Brainstorm activity: Why is it important to learn and understand civics and citizenship?

DESIGN a postage stamp showing what Civics and Citizenship means to you.

Information is Knowledge 100% digital 100% by hand 50/50 Information is Knowledge Knowledge is Power

Exit Ticket Name one right and one responsibility as Australian citizens Hand your exit ticket in with name and class number before leaving