Section outline

  • FOCUS / ARONGA

    FOCUS / ARONGA learning intentions:

    • We are FOCUSING on the 2023 election by discussing the importance of democracy
    • We are FOCUSING on the 2023 election by explaining New Zealand’s electoral system (MMP)
    • We are FOCUSING on the 2023 election by explaining the functions of New Zealand parliament
    • We are FOCUSING on the 2023 election by describing the process of making laws
    • We are FOCUSING on the 2023 election by comparing key politicians and political parties



    Kia ora Team.  This week we our focus turns to What does Government actually do, what the branches of our Government are and what responsibilities they have.

    Success Criteria

    We are able to explain the origins of Democracy, identify what our government does, recall the branches within parliament and roles they have.

    Activities

      1. Word Search and Definitions
      2. Athenian Origins of Democracy worksheet
      3. Video origin of democracy
      4. What exactly do Governments do class discussions
      5. Ed puzzles