Australia's Democracy: Fairness and Representation
Understanding our democratic system Year 7 Civics and Citizenship
Democracy in Action: Which Classroom is Fair?
Scenario A: One student makes all decisions Scenario B: Every student votes on decisions Which sounds fair? Why?
Key Democratic Concepts
Democracy: Government by the people through elected representatives Fairness: Equal opportunities and fair treatment for all Representation: Elected officials acting on behalf of citizens These values work together to create a just society
The Foundation of Our Democracy
The Australian Constitution is like a rulebook that ensures everyone plays fairly in our political system It protects our rights and outlines how government works
How the Constitution Supports Democracy
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Constitution Role-Play Game
Form groups representing different communities Discuss your community's needs Select representatives for classroom parliament Debate solutions and vote on proposals Reflect: Was the process fair? Were all voices heard?
Reflection Questions
What is democracy? (1-2 sentences) Why is fairness important in democracy? How does the Australian Constitution support representation?
Democracy Supports Social Cohesion
Fairness and representation help all Australians feel included Democratic values bring diverse communities together Everyone has a voice in shaping our society The Constitution protects these rights for future generations
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