Social studies intro (II)

• Maatschappijleer
• Middelbare school
• havo
• Leerjaar 4

Can young people under 18 years old influence policy decions? Why (not)?  

Lesson objectives: 

after this lesson, you can...

• Name and apply the four characteristics of a social problem
  
• Analyze a social problem using the social studies analysis questions 
• Express your opinion regarding the role of young people in society

KEY CONCEPTS: social problem, norms, values, interests, sources of power

Greta Thunberg (16, Sweden)

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Skipping school for the climate

• Is climate change a social problem? Use the 4 characteristics of a social problem in your answer (p. 9-10).
• Do you think skipping school is a good method to demand a better climate policy? Why (not)? 

The 4 characteristics of a social problem

• It has consequences for large groups of people in a society
  
• It is caused by social developments
  
• There are conflicting interests
  
• A shared, political solution is needed
  

Assignment analysis questions social studies

In groups of 2-3:

• Choose a social problem you find important
• Answer the first 6 analysis questions (p. 14) in a mindmap

Actors analysis questions

1. What is the problem?
   
2. Who is involved/who are the actors?
   
3. Which norms and values play a role in the problem?
   
4. What interests are at stake for the actors?
   
5. What resources do the actors have at their disposal?
   
6. What norms, values, interests and/or resources do you have with regard to this issue? 
   

From problem to solution

• Take a look at the mindmaps of the other groups
• Write on post-its how you can contribute to solving this issue as a young person
  

Lesson objectives: after this lesson, can you...

• Name and apply the four characteristics of a social problem?
  
• Analyze a social problem using the social studies analysis questions?
• Express your opinion regarding the role of young people in society?

Emma González (19, US)

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 Ambrien Moeniralam (16, NL)

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