DAHSC · Social Studies
Community Life and Citizenship
Primary (ages 6–11) Ages 6–11 36 hours en
Learn cooperation, belonging, responsibility and community history.
Family, neighbourhood, work, rights, responsibilities, maps and stories of local community leadership.
Curriculum family: Decolonise Africa Homework School Curriculum
Course overview
This Social Studies course connects core university concepts to African contexts, practical inquiry and community-based application. Learners work through guided readings, a weekly studio and an applied final task.
Learning outcomes
Explain key Social Studies concepts; analyse evidence and assumptions; apply methods to an African case; communicate findings clearly; reflect on ethics, power and community impact.
Weekly outline
Week 1: Orientation and local context; Week 2: Core concepts; Week 3: Methods and evidence; Week 4: African case study; Week 5: Applied project; Week 6: Assessment and reflection.
Assessment
Weekly activities 30%; participation and peer response 20%; applied final project 50%.
Prerequisites: No formal prerequisite. Learners need curiosity, regular study time and access to weekly course materials.
Course media
Exams and assessment papers
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Weekly lessons
| Week | Lesson | Studio |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Week 1 - Orientation and local context: Community Life and Citizenship Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Community Life and Citizenship. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 2 | Week 2 - Key concepts and vocabulary: Community Life and Citizenship Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Community Life and Citizenship. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 3 | Week 3 - Methods, evidence and practice: Community Life and Citizenship Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Community Life and Citizenship. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 4 | Week 4 - African case study and application: Community Life and Citizenship Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Community Life and Citizenship. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 5 | Week 5 - Community project or problem studio: Community Life and Citizenship Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Community Life and Citizenship. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 6 | Week 6 - Reflection, assessment and next steps: Community Life and Citizenship Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Community Life and Citizenship. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 7 | Unit 7 - a local case study: Community Life and Citizenship Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Community Life and Citizenship. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 8 | Unit 8 - comparison across places: Community Life and Citizenship Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Community Life and Citizenship. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 9 | Unit 9 - voice and representation: Community Life and Citizenship Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Community Life and Citizenship. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 10 | Unit 10 - ethics and responsibility: Community Life and Citizenship Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Community Life and Citizenship. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 11 | Unit 11 - systems and relationships: Community Life and Citizenship Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Community Life and Citizenship. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 12 | Unit 12 - patterns and interpretation: Community Life and Citizenship Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Community Life and Citizenship. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 13 | Unit 13 - measurement and proportion: Community Life and Citizenship Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Community Life and Citizenship. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 14 | Unit 14 - change over time: Community Life and Citizenship Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Community Life and Citizenship. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 15 | Unit 15 - power and access: Community Life and Citizenship Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Community Life and Citizenship. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 16 | Unit 16 - community strengths: Community Life and Citizenship Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Community Life and Citizenship. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 17 | Unit 17 - primary sources and lived experience: Community Life and Citizenship Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Community Life and Citizenship. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 18 | Unit 18 - research questions: Community Life and Citizenship Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Community Life and Citizenship. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 19 | Unit 19 - organising evidence: Community Life and Citizenship Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Community Life and Citizenship. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 20 | Unit 20 - mid-course synthesis: Community Life and Citizenship Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Community Life and Citizenship. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 21 | Unit 21 - language and meaning: Community Life and Citizenship Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Community Life and Citizenship. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 22 | Unit 22 - identity and community memory: Community Life and Citizenship Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Community Life and Citizenship. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 23 | Unit 23 - land, environment and place: Community Life and Citizenship Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Community Life and Citizenship. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 24 | Unit 24 - technology and access: Community Life and Citizenship Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Community Life and Citizenship. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 25 | Unit 25 - designing a fair process: Community Life and Citizenship Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Community Life and Citizenship. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 26 | Unit 26 - creative practice: Community Life and Citizenship Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Community Life and Citizenship. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 27 | Unit 27 - problem definition: Community Life and Citizenship Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Community Life and Citizenship. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 28 | Unit 28 - hypotheses and explanations: Community Life and Citizenship Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Community Life and Citizenship. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 29 | Unit 29 - testing and revision: Community Life and Citizenship Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Community Life and Citizenship. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 30 | Unit 30 - collaboration: Community Life and Citizenship Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Community Life and Citizenship. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 31 | Unit 31 - communicating to an audience: Community Life and Citizenship Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Community Life and Citizenship. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 32 | Unit 32 - visuals, numbers and media: Community Life and Citizenship Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Community Life and Citizenship. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 33 | Unit 33 - resources and sustainability: Community Life and Citizenship Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Community Life and Citizenship. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 34 | Unit 34 - rights and dignity: Community Life and Citizenship Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Community Life and Citizenship. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 35 | Unit 35 - regional connections: Community Life and Citizenship Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Community Life and Citizenship. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 36 | Unit 36 - project proposal: Community Life and Citizenship Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Community Life and Citizenship. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 37 | Unit 37 - project purpose: Community Life and Citizenship Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Community Life and Citizenship. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 38 | Unit 38 - project consultation: Community Life and Citizenship Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Community Life and Citizenship. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 39 | Unit 39 - project preparation: Community Life and Citizenship Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Community Life and Citizenship. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 40 | Unit 40 - project milestone one: Community Life and Citizenship Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Community Life and Citizenship. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 41 | Unit 41 - constructive feedback: Community Life and Citizenship Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Community Life and Citizenship. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 42 | Unit 42 - improving after feedback: Community Life and Citizenship Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Community Life and Citizenship. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 43 | Unit 43 - quality and standards: Community Life and Citizenship Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Community Life and Citizenship. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 44 | Unit 44 - risk and safety: Community Life and Citizenship Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Community Life and Citizenship. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 45 | Unit 45 - leadership and responsibility: Community Life and Citizenship Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Community Life and Citizenship. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 46 | Unit 46 - African innovation: Community Life and Citizenship Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Community Life and Citizenship. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 47 | Unit 47 - professional application: Community Life and Citizenship Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Community Life and Citizenship. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 48 | Unit 48 - project milestone two: Community Life and Citizenship Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Community Life and Citizenship. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 49 | Unit 49 - accessible knowledge: Community Life and Citizenship Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Community Life and Citizenship. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 50 | Unit 50 - self-assessment: Community Life and Citizenship Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Community Life and Citizenship. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 51 | Unit 51 - debate and evidence: Community Life and Citizenship Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Community Life and Citizenship. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 52 | Unit 52 - policy and collective action: Community Life and Citizenship Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Community Life and Citizenship. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 53 | Unit 53 - livelihoods and value: Community Life and Citizenship Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Community Life and Citizenship. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 54 | Unit 54 - health and wellbeing: Community Life and Citizenship Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Community Life and Citizenship. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 55 | Unit 55 - climate resilience: Community Life and Citizenship Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Community Life and Citizenship. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 56 | Unit 56 - heritage and future generations: Community Life and Citizenship Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Community Life and Citizenship. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 57 | Unit 57 - digital literacy: Community Life and Citizenship Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Community Life and Citizenship. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 58 | Unit 58 - community review: Community Life and Citizenship Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Community Life and Citizenship. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 59 | Unit 59 - project milestone three: Community Life and Citizenship Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Community Life and Citizenship. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 60 | Unit 60 - independent inquiry: Community Life and Citizenship Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Community Life and Citizenship. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 61 | Unit 61 - theory and practice: Community Life and Citizenship Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Community Life and Citizenship. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 62 | Unit 62 - uncertainty and limitations: Community Life and Citizenship Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Community Life and Citizenship. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 63 | Unit 63 - future pathways: Community Life and Citizenship Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Community Life and Citizenship. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 64 | Unit 64 - justice and reciprocity: Community Life and Citizenship Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Community Life and Citizenship. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 65 | Unit 65 - clear presentation: Community Life and Citizenship Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Community Life and Citizenship. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 66 | Unit 66 - project rehearsal: Community Life and Citizenship Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Community Life and Citizenship. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 67 | Unit 67 - final evidence: Community Life and Citizenship Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Community Life and Citizenship. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 68 | Unit 68 - applied project completion: Community Life and Citizenship Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Community Life and Citizenship. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 69 | Unit 69 - public storytelling: Community Life and Citizenship Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Community Life and Citizenship. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 70 | Unit 70 - teacher conference: Community Life and Citizenship Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Community Life and Citizenship. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 71 | Unit 71 - exam preparation: Community Life and Citizenship Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Community Life and Citizenship. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 72 | Unit 72 - practice assessment: Community Life and Citizenship Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Community Life and Citizenship. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 73 | Unit 73 - correcting misconceptions: Community Life and Citizenship Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Community Life and Citizenship. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 74 | Unit 74 - peer teaching: Community Life and Citizenship Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Community Life and Citizenship. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 75 | Unit 75 - course synthesis: Community Life and Citizenship Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Community Life and Citizenship. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 76 | Unit 76 - learning portfolio: Community Life and Citizenship Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Community Life and Citizenship. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 77 | Unit 77 - community action: Community Life and Citizenship Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Community Life and Citizenship. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 78 | Unit 78 - learner voice: Community Life and Citizenship Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Community Life and Citizenship. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 79 | Unit 79 - assessment submission: Community Life and Citizenship Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Community Life and Citizenship. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 80 | Unit 80 - mentorship and lifelong learning: Community Life and Citizenship Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Community Life and Citizenship. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
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