Section 8 EO MX01.01H – PARTICIPATE IN CITIZENSHIP LEARNING STATIONS

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SECTION 8
EO MX01.01H – PARTICIPATE IN CITIZENSHIP LEARNING STATIONS
Total Time:
One session (3 periods) = 90 min
PREPARATION
PRE-LESSON INSTRUCTIONS

This IG supports EO MX01.01H (Participate in Citizenship Learning Stations) located in A-CR-CCP-801/PG-001, Royal Canadian Air Cadets Proficiency Level One Qualification Standard and Plan, Chapter 4.

Select learning stations, and plan and prepare activities. Learning station activities are located at Annexes A–M.

Time

Trg Lvl

Learning Station

Annex

Self-Directed

Instructor Directed

15 min

30 min

1-2

3-4

Rights and Responsibilities of Canadian Citizens

A

X

X

X

X

X

Great Canadian Trivia Game

B

X

X

X

X

X

History of Canada in 30 Min or Less

C

X

X

X

X

Canadian Contributions: Parking Spaces

D

X

X

X

X

Canadian Contributions: Great Canadians

E

X

X

X

X

How Canadians Govern Themselves

F

X

X

X

X

Elections

G

X

X

X

X

Canadian Justice System

H

X

X

X

X

X

Canadian Symbols: Treasure Hunt

I

X

X

X

Canadian Symbols: Coat of Arms

J

X

X

X

X

Canada’s Economy

K

X

X

X

X

Canada’s Regions: Symbols Map

L

X

X

X

X

Canada’s Regions: Worksheet

M

X

X

X

In addition to the suggested activities at Annexes A–M, instructors may choose to create their own interactive, challenging and fun activities.

Gather the required resources for the selected activities, as well as a stop watch or other timer. Some learning stations require assistant instructors.

PRE-LESSON ASSIGNMENT

Nil.

INTRODUCTION
APPROACH

An in-class activity was chosen for this lesson as it is a fun and interactive way to build on the cadets’ knowledge of citizenship.

REVIEW

Nil.

OBJECTIVES

By the end of this session the cadets shall have gained an understanding of citizenship topics covered in the selected learning stations.

IMPORTANCE

It is important for cadets to understand our national history, government, identity and values in order to help them become responsible citizens and members of their communities.

ACTIVITY

1.Divide the cadets into teams of four.

2.Arrange a system of rotation for groups to move through the stations. Explain the procedure for moving from one station to the next, the time allotted for each station and the signal to switch.

3.Assign each team to their first learning station.

4.Supervise and provide guidance where necessary.

CONCLUSION
METHOD OF EVALUATION

Nil.

CLOSING STATEMENT

It is important for cadets to participate in citizenship learning stations to develop an understanding of their roles and history as Canadian citizens.

INSTRUCTOR NOTES / REMARKS

There are numerous potential leadership opportunities for cadets when conducting these learning stations:

•

Phase Five / Master Cadet / Proficiency Level Five cadets may plan, prepare and conduct the learning stations activity as a leadership project IAW PO 503 (Lead Cadet Activities); and

•

Phase Three / Silver Star / Proficiency Level Three, Phase Four / Gold Star / Proficiency Level Four, and Phase Five / Master Cadet / Proficiency Levels Five cadets may complete leadership assignments, such as leading or supervising individual learning stations, IAW POs 303 (Perform the Role of a Team Leader), 403 (Act as a Team Leader), and 503 (Lead Cadet Activities).

REFERENCES

Citizenship and Immigration Canada. (2012). Discover Canada: The rights and responsibilities of Citizenship. Retrieved March 12, 2013 from http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/pdf/pub/discover.pdf

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