Curriculum Change and Community Relations

Curriculum Review 2000-2005

Curriculum Review

Aims and Objectives of the Revised Curriculum

A Values-based Curriculum

“We value equality, justice and human rights within our society and our capacity as citizens to resolve conflict by democratic means.”

(CCEA, 2000)

Curriculum Review and Citizenship

Responding to the needs of young people

Citizenship – an entitlement for all

Developing Citizenship in Schools

Citizenship is much more than just talking/thinking!

Citizenship should be experiential/action- driven

3 approaches -

Discrete provisionWhole school approachCommunity/society links

Citizenship Key Concepts

Diversity and Inclusion

Human Rights and Social Responsibility

Equality and Social Justice

Democracy and Active Participation

Citizenship and Community Relations

Diversity and Inclusion – Young people should have opportunities to:

“Investigate how and why conflict,including prejudice, stereotyping, sectarianism, racism may arise in the community. Investigate ways of managing conflict and promoting community relations, reconciliation”.

Community Relations – statutory and explicit

Our Message in the Revised Curriculum

Our Challenge in CCEA

Build and strengthen partnerships

Develop guidance and support materials

Contribute to our ‘Shared Future’