The activity is in 3 parts:
• The ‘Getting started’ section provides introductory questions for pupils to begin exploring the concept of migration.
• The ‘Getting critical’ section looks at the reasons why people might migrate, and uses examples from history and the present day to get pupils thinking about what it might be like to migrate.
• The ‘Resources’ section provides links to further information and teaching resources.
Author: Think Global
Year: 2015
Languages: English
Typology of education resource : Learning unit
GCE Issues: Social & economic justice
Author: Think Global
Specific sub-thematic area(s): migration, refugees, asylum
Key word(s):
Tags:
migration
School subject(s)/field(s) of studies in which the educational resource can be used: English & literacy, history, geography
Activity’ objectives:
To provide information and teaching activities for pupils aged 7 - 11 years, and encourage them to think empathetically and more deeply about the issues involved in migration.
Pupils’ learning competences (SUBJECT- specific) addressed: English and literacy: Developing understanding through exploring ideas; justifying ideas with reasons; extending vocabulary; developing grammar and punctuation through written compositions. • Geography: Locating the world’s countries and regions and cities in the UK; describing and understanding key aspects of human geography including settlement and economic activity. • History: Recalling invasion and settlement of Britain; noting connections and trends over time; extending chronological knowledge beyond 1066; constructing thoughtful responses using relevant historical information.
Pupils’ learning competences (CGE) addressed: Knowledge & understanding - social justice and equity; diversity; globalisation and interdependence. Skills - critical thinking; ability to challenge injustice and inequalities; respect for others; cooperation and conflict resolution. Values and attitudes: empathy; commitment to social justice and equity; value and respect for diversity. The activity is in 3 parts: • The ‘Getting started’ section provides introductory questions for pupils to begin exploring the concept of migration. • The ‘Getting critical’ section looks at the reasons why people might migrate, and uses examples from history and the present day to get pupils thinking about what it might be like to migrate. • The ‘Resources’ section provides links to further information and teaching resources.
Methodology: Cooperative-learning, Problem-based learning, Input-orientation, Simulation method, World-links method
Age range: 8-9, 10-11, 12-14
Link to website: https://clients.squareeye.net/uploads/global/resources/GD_in_my_classroom_010_Migration.pdf
Relevant notes :
Resources from Think Global