Political Parties - UK

90+mins
pack includes: lesson plan and student worksheet.

This is one of a series of lessons on UK General Elections that can be taught in isolation or as a group.

Learning Objectives:
Practical Understanding: Students gain hands-on experience with the negotiation and compromise required in political parties
Critical Thinking: The activity encourages critical thinking about political strategy and policy-making.
Communication Skills: Students develop public speaking skills.
Teamwork: The simulation fosters teamwork and collaboration, mirroring real-world political processes.

There are several activities on the worksheet. These activities should be approached in order to complete the campaign.
Activities Campaign
analyse campaign videos
create their own political party
map which constituencies are likely to vote for these new parties
roleplay interviews
mock election

Activities that may include homework
comparative essay