11th Grade Ethics In Public Policy Resources

Students will explore civic virtues and vices with a focus on ethical decision-making and character development. They will learn to identify and exemplify key virtues in both historical and personal contexts, enhancing their understanding of ethical principles and character building.

Explore the role of civic virtues such as responsibility and fairness in driving reform movements, highlighting their impact on promoting social change and equality. Understand how these virtues contribute to societal transformation and foster an equitable world. Analyze historical and contemporary examples to gain insights into the dynamics of reform movements, emphasizing the importance of ethical principles in achieving sustainable improvements.

Investigate key events of the Civil Rights Movement and their significant effects. Gain an understanding of historical impacts and evaluate different activism strategies.

Investigate how civic virtues and ethical responsibilities contribute to the functioning of democracy. Gain insights into practicing these virtues to foster greater civic engagement and enhance societal cooperation.

Investigate foundational concepts and theories of public policy, focusing on policy-making processes and the roles of interest groups. Cultivate critical understanding in the creation and implementation of policy.

Examine the differing perspectives of Federalists and Anti-Federalists concerning government authority and individual liberties. Understand historical discussions and analyze their impacts on contemporary governance. Focus on developing critical thinking and analytical skills through explorations of historical context, argument analysis, and evaluation of the foundational debates regarding the balance between state and federal power and safeguarding individual rights.

Understand significant events and influential figures in the Civil Rights Movement. Enhance comprehension of historical developments and their enduring effects.

Investigate pivotal events and legal milestones of the U.S. Civil Rights Movement, focusing on how landmark legislation and seminal court cases ushered in societal changes. Objectives include understanding the social, legal, and political dimensions of civil rights advancements. Skills developed encompass critical analysis of historical documents, synthesis of legal and legislative impacts, and evaluation of civil rights progress.

Study the core psychological theories related to behavior, evolution, and biology. Develop insights to effectively apply these theories in practical contexts, enhancing analytical skills in interpreting human behavior.

Examine the principles underlying public and private goods, alongside the roles of public agendas and interest groups. The focus is on enhancing civic literacy and understanding public policy formation. Learners will gain insights into the distinctions between different types of goods and the influence of various groups on policy-making, equipping them with the skills to analyze civic issues effectively.

Investigate the core principles and methodologies in psychology, emphasizing the study of mental processes and behaviors. Develop the ability to predict and understand human actions and adaptability, focusing on a deeper comprehension of psychological phenomena.

Explore foundational psychological approaches through activities aimed at matching and categorization. Focus on enhancing critical thinking and effectively applying psychological concepts.

Investigate the ethical considerations in research, emphasizing informed consent, confidentiality, and protection from harm. Understand how to ensure ethical compliance and safeguard participant privacy, focusing on achieving a thorough comprehension of research ethics while developing the ability to apply ethical principles in practical research scenarios.

Analyze contrasting perspectives in public policy scenarios to develop critical thinking skills and effectively evaluate societal issues. Focus on understanding different values that influence policymaking and articulating supporting and opposing viewpoints.

Examine the responsibilities and influences of various government levels in shaping public policy and delivering services. Understand policy frameworks and analyze their consequences. Develop skills in critical thinking, policy analysis, and comprehension of governmental processes.

Analyze the factors that influence policymaking, considering both internal dynamics and external pressures. Develop analytical skills to assess different policy contexts effectively.

Examine the formation of public policies within governmental structures, focusing on the mechanisms that drive policy creation. Understand the significance of policy agendas and analyze how they are shaped by both pluralistic and elitist influences. Develop insights into how different forces impact policy decisions and the role various stakeholders play in this process.

Explore the rich cultural diversity of major Malaysian ethnic groups alongside fundamental ethical theories. Gain an understanding of cultural differentiators and essential ethics concepts, fostering an appreciation for diversity and ethical reasoning skills.

Explore ethical principles fundamental to psychological research with a focus on informed consent and the use of deception. Gain insights into the role of ethics committees and enhance the ability to identify and apply ethical guidelines in research environments.

Investigate the distinct features of public and private goods, and understand the stages involved in developing public policy. Learn to identify market failures and analyze the free rider problem. Achieve proficiency in distinguishing between different types of goods and comprehending policy development processes. Develop analytical skills to recognize economic inefficiencies and challenges related to non-excludability and non-rivalry in goods.