What is democracy? (Our Generation. Our Vote.)

This lesson is the first of a four-part set which has been designed to introduce students to the concept of democracy. Each of the packs can be delivered independently of each other, or combined together to form a broader scheme of work.

Students consider what a democracy is, why it is important and how it impacts their day-to-day lives. Through taking part students will be able to answer key questions such as:

What does democracy mean?
What are the key features of a democratic country?
How has democracy evolved throughout history and how might it continue to evolve?
What are the key features of UK Parliament?
How does Parliament differ from the Government?