Knowledge and understanding

Social justice and equity

• inequalities with and between societies

• basic rights and responsibilities

Diversity

• understanding of issues of diversity

Globalisation and interdependence

• awareness of interdependence

• awareness of our political system and others

Sustainable development

• different views of economic and social development, locally and globally

• understanding the concepts of possible and preferable futures

Peace and conflict

• causes and effects of conflict, locally and globally

• relationship between conflict and peace

Skills

Critical thinking

• media literacy

• making informed decisions

Ability to argue effectively

• learning to develop/change position through reasoned argument

Ability to challenge injustice and inequalities

• starting to challenge viewpoints which perpetuate inequality

Respect for people and things

• growing ability to take care of things - animate and inanimate

Co-operation and conflict resolution

• negotiation

Values and attitudes

Sense of identity and self-esteem

• open-mindedness

Empathy and sense of common humanity

• compassion

• sensitivity to the needs and rights of others

Commitment to social justice and equity

• concern for injustice and inequality

• willingness to take action against inequity

Valuing and respecting diversity

• respecting rights of all to have a point of view

Concern for the environment and commitment to sustainable development

• concern about the effects of our lifestyles on people and the environment

Belief that people can make a difference

• willingness to take a stand on global issues