Power and Protest - Curriculum links

Published 27/01/2022   |   Last Updated 25/04/2022   |   Reading Time minutes

All of our activities as part of your visit to the Senedd are linked to the new Welsh curriculum. Discover the links for each of our sessions.

Power and Protest

Activity

Curriculum Links

Activity 1

Ice breaker

 

Activity 2

What is the Senedd?

Who is responsible for what?

 

Activity 3

Discuss how they can have their voice heard in Wales. Examples will include:

  • Campaigning - Discuss the impact of peaceful and non-peaceful protests.
  • How to contact Members of the Senedd
  • How to submit a petition
  • Welsh Youth Parliament

Activity 4

Kahoot quiz

I can compare and evaluate local, national and global governance systems, including the systems of government and democracy in Wales, considering their impact on societies in the past and present, and the rights and responsibilities of citizens in Wales.

I can make decisions, identify opportunities and plan appropriate action to make my voice heard.

Students will learn about Plenary meetings in the Senedd by visiting the original debating chamber.

Debate a topical issue. Ask the students to discuss and challenge these viewpoints.

I can listen and read empathetically respecting different people’s perspectives and can critically evaluate them to arrive at my own considered conclusions.

Pupils will learn about the sustainability features of the Senedd, meet their Members (if available) and learn more about the work of an MS.

I can participate in decision making, and I can share opinions and evidence with decision-makers and elected members in my community.