Lesson 1.1 Intro to Civics; Political Research and Inquiry
Learning Goals: By the end of this lesson you will be able to
- understand the meaning and definition of Civics and Citizenship
- be introduced to the political research and inquiry method
- understand The Charter of Rights and Freedoms
- reflect on your rights and responsibilities as a student
Think about the research skills for the Courses that you have already taken.
1. Where did you get your research to do your assignments?
2. What research skills did you use? Was it easy or difficult?
3. How did you know if your resources were accurate or acceptable for your assignment?
**50-75 words; Answer below in Moodle
Answer the following questions on Research and Inquiry Skills
Think about your role as an International Student.
1. What are your rights?
2. What are your responsibilities? Explain your thinking.
**75 words**Answer below in Moodle
**Respond to 3 of your classmates' postings
Review the Video and Documents on the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms. Then answer the questions below.
1. What is the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms?
2. When did it begin?
3. Do you think it is effective in protecting Canadian Rights and Freedoms? Explain.
3. Name two specific ways that it has protected the rights and freedoms of individual Canadians.
**150 Words; PDF and post to Moodle below
Resources
https://www.thecanadianencyclopedia.ca/en/article/canadian-charter-of-rights-and-freedoms
Review the Resource on Democracy in today's Moodle. Then copy and paste the Definitions to these terms below. Remember to Tag your name.
1. Rule of Law
2. Human Dignity
3. Political Equality
4. Political Freedoms
5. Common Good
6. Being Informed; Getting Involved
7. Personal Freedoms
8. Respect