Ableism and Disability Discrimination PSHE Lesson (1-2 Hours) . Editable 23+ slide PowerPoint Lesson, Lesson Assessment, Student Resources, Signposting to extra support services. Bonus Mindfulness Activity and much more.
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Learning objectives
Secure: To understand what ableism is and why it’s a problem
Extended: To identify language and behaviour that is ableist
Advanced: To know how to be anti-ableist and to be an ally for disabled people
Some Key Terms Covered
Ableism; disability; ally; discrimination; prejudice: Equal opportunities, Equality
PSHE (Assessment) Objectives
I can explain why ableism is a problem
I can identify language and actions that are ableist
I am able to challenge ableist perceptions and be an ally
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Each Lesson Pack Contains:
☞ 1 Fully Editable PowerPoint (Learning Outcomes, Confidence Checkers, Assessment of Learning, Variety of Tasks, Video Embedded URL Clips, Engaging Premium Quality Slides, Extra Support Websites, Challenging & Thoughtful Questioning)
☞ Some lessons may include a Worksheet
☞ Assessment Opportunity (Confidence Checker)
☞ Teacher Notes (On some slides)
☞ Homework
☞ Teacher notes
☞ Mapped against Latest DfE Guidance, PSHE Association & Character Education Guidance from DfE.
⟴ PSHE Association Themes
⟴ Statutory Health and or RSE
⟴ Be Ofsted and DfE PSHE ready with our resources!
Product Code: RSE/C8/LS/
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