Section outline

  • FOCUS / ARONGA

    FOCUS / ARONGA learning intentions:

    • We are FOCUSING on the 2023 election by comparing key politicians and political parties
    • We are FOCUSING on the 2023 election by explaining the functions of New Zealand parliament


    Success Criteria

     


    I can name some different political systems


    I can recall the 3 branches of government


    I can recall key facts about MMP


    I can locate my electorate


    I can recognise key politicians and political parties


    I can identify key political landmarks in Aotearoa


    I can identify the difference between a bill, act and law

    I can describe the differences between political systems


    I can outline the roles of the 3 branches of government


    I can describe how an MMP election works


    I can describe how electorates are decided 


    I can summarise key information about political parties and politicians


    I can outline what happens in key government buildings


    I can summarise the process of a bill becoming a law




    I can explain why democracy is important


    I can discuss why we need the separation of powers


    I can compare and contrast MMP to other voting systems


    I can compare and contrast politicians and political parties


    I can examine the process of how laws are made in Aotearoa 










    I can evaluate Aotearoa’s political system and reflect on how it allows for me to be involved in making political change


    I can examine the political parties and politicians and make informed judgements about the values and policies on offer




    Activities for the week:

    1. Bus Stop activities
    2. New Zealand political parties research & presentations
    3. Political parties reflection
    4. Leaders of the Political Parties and comprehension activities