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5.2 Civic Engagement in Governance
Social Studies · Grade 9 · 6 lessons in the design
What this covers
- Meaning of civic engagement; individual and collective civic engagement activities
- How civic engagement promotes good governance; public participation
- Basic constitutional requirements for political parties (Article 91)
- The role of political parties in democratic governance
- Positions vied for in a general election in Kenya
- Values that promote ethical civic engagement
What you will be able to do
- identify individual and collective civic engagement activities in Kenya
- illustrate the role of political parties in democratic governance
- outline positions vied for in a general election in Kenya
- exhibit values that promote ethical civic engagement in the community
Key questions
“How does civic engagement promote good governance in the country?”
“How can we participate in democratic processes in the society?”
Lessons
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Individual and collective civic engagement
40 min · 1 practice tasks · quizTaking part in public life, alone or together with others.
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How civic engagement promotes good governance
40 min · 1 practice tasks · quizEngaged citizens make informed, accountable leaders and a cycle of trust.
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Political parties and Article 91
40 min · 1 practice tasks · quizWhat the Constitution requires of every political party, and what it forbids.
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The role of political parties in democratic governance
40 min · 1 practice tasks · quizChoices for voters, leaders, government and opposition.
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Positions vied for in a general election
40 min · 1 practice tasks · quizSix positions, six ballots: President, Governor, Senator, MP, Woman Representative and MCA.
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Values for ethical civic engagement
40 min · 2 practice tasks · quizIntegrity, respect, responsibility, rule of law, social justice, peace and unity in action.