[Date]
SED2601 Assignment
3 2024 - DUE 25 July
2024
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
, SED2601 Assignment 3 2024 - DUE 25 July 2024
Question 1
1.1 Discuss what is meant by the following: a) Modern democracy (3) b)
Citizenship education (3) 8
1.2 Discuss the two types of citizenship education, and indicate which approach
(active or passive) you think is the best one for learners. Substantiate your answer.
(10)
1.3 Discuss the two main features of the apartheid state in South Africa. (4)2.1
Explain why it is important that learners understand the notion of democracy in the
new South Africa (after apartheid). (6)
2.2 Explain ‘soft’ and ‘hard’ notions of community participation in citizenship
education. (4)
2.3 Explain what a cosmopolitan approach to citizenship education entails and
indicate how learners could benefit from this approach. (10)
Question 1
1.1 Discuss what is meant by the following:
a) Modern democracy (3)
Modern democracy refers to a political system characterized by fair and free
elections, the rule of law, the protection of fundamental human rights, and the
active participation of citizens in political and civic life. Key features include:
• Representative Government: Citizens elect representatives to make
decisions on their behalf.
• Rule of Law: Laws apply equally to all citizens and are enforced
impartially.
• Protection of Rights: Fundamental rights such as freedom of speech,
assembly, and religion are safeguarded.
• Citizen Participation: Individuals have the right and responsibility to
participate in political processes, such as voting and public debate.
SED2601 Assignment
3 2024 - DUE 25 July
2024
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
, SED2601 Assignment 3 2024 - DUE 25 July 2024
Question 1
1.1 Discuss what is meant by the following: a) Modern democracy (3) b)
Citizenship education (3) 8
1.2 Discuss the two types of citizenship education, and indicate which approach
(active or passive) you think is the best one for learners. Substantiate your answer.
(10)
1.3 Discuss the two main features of the apartheid state in South Africa. (4)2.1
Explain why it is important that learners understand the notion of democracy in the
new South Africa (after apartheid). (6)
2.2 Explain ‘soft’ and ‘hard’ notions of community participation in citizenship
education. (4)
2.3 Explain what a cosmopolitan approach to citizenship education entails and
indicate how learners could benefit from this approach. (10)
Question 1
1.1 Discuss what is meant by the following:
a) Modern democracy (3)
Modern democracy refers to a political system characterized by fair and free
elections, the rule of law, the protection of fundamental human rights, and the
active participation of citizens in political and civic life. Key features include:
• Representative Government: Citizens elect representatives to make
decisions on their behalf.
• Rule of Law: Laws apply equally to all citizens and are enforced
impartially.
• Protection of Rights: Fundamental rights such as freedom of speech,
assembly, and religion are safeguarded.
• Citizen Participation: Individuals have the right and responsibility to
participate in political processes, such as voting and public debate.
