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CragRats is the only training provider whose
Enterprise programmes are accredited by City & Guilds

Summary

An action-packed programme guaranteed to stimulate students' interest in all things political

In this popular, competitive and highly absorbing programme, students form their own political parties. They create a real election campaign, hold a ballot and gain a new understanding of the political process – all in the course of one day! We can also invite your local MP along to the day, giving your students a real insight into Westminster.

Learning points
For students to:

• Actively develop their skills in creativity, communication and presentation
• Learn key elements of Citizenship studies
• Build confidence to apply enterprise learning to other subjects in the curriculum
• Produce quality work both as individuals and as part of a team

How It Works

Students are divided into teams. Each team forms its own political party, together with a party name, logo, slogan and policy manifesto. Next they devise a campaign including creating a party political broadcast/TV ad and writing a persuasive speech.

In the powerful finale students present their new party to the ‘voters’ and deliver their speeches. The day culminates with a nail-biting ballot and the election winners are revealed. The winners enter our valuable free prize draw! This rewarding and well structured programme incorporates a powerful blend of practical theory and dynamic workshops. It is invariably well-received by students and teachers alike. Great for school councils.

The day is led by CragRats tutors. The teacher’s role is to act as a facilitator. You don’t need to be a political expert to take part, and you’ll also have some fun! On successful completion and for a small additional fee, students receive a certificate accredited by City & Guilds.

Curriculum Links

'Campaign' delivers Enterprise whilst strongly linking to Citizenship

Citizenship:

• The work of parliament and the government
• The importance of playing an active part in democratic and electoral processes
• The opportunities for individuals and voluntary groups to bring about change locally and nationally
• The importance of free press, and the media's role in society, including the internet, in providing information and affecting opinion
• Express, justify and defend orally and in writing a personal opinion about such issues, problems or events
• Contribute to group and exploratory class discussions, and take part in formal debates
• Use imagination to consider other people's experiences and be able to think about, express, explain and critically evaluate views that are not their own
• Negotiate, decide and take part responsibly in school and community-based activities
• Reflect on the process of participating: Post evaluation forms are provided for all students

English:

• English (Speaking and Listening)
• English (Reading)
• English (Writing)

To book ‘Campaign’, please call us on 08444 774100 or email us at enquiries@cragrats.com for costs, additional information or if you have a specific date in mind to check availability.