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SED2601
ASSESSMENT 3 2024
N.B PARAPHRASE YOUR WORK TO AVOID PLAGARISM (CHANGE WORDS)
PREVIEW:
Question 1
1.1 What is Meant by the Following:
a) Modern Democracy (3 Marks)
, Assessment 03 (Paragraph-type questions)
o This assessment is compulsory.
o Contribution towards year mark: 40%
Prescribed textbook (SoE): Chapters 3 and 4, and recommended
readings
Wrap-around guide for this module
Question 1
1.1 What is Meant by the Following:
a) Modern Democracy (3 Marks)
Modern democracy is a government system where power lies with the people, exercised either
directly or through elected officials. Key elements include:
1. Representative Governance: Citizens elect officials to make decisions on their behalf.
2. Rule of Law: Everyone, including institutions, is subject to the same laws.
3. Protection of Rights and Freedoms: Fundamental rights and freedoms of citizens are
legally protected.
b) Citizenship Education (3 Marks)
Citizenship education teaches learners about their rights, duties, and roles as members of a
democratic society. It includes:
1. Civic Knowledge: Understanding political systems, laws, and civic institutions.
2. Civic Skills: Developing skills necessary for participating in democratic processes, like
critical thinking and debate.
3. Civic Disposition: Fostering values and attitudes such as respect for diversity, justice, and
responsibility.
1.2 Two Types of Citizenship Education and Preferred Approach (10 Marks)
SED2601
ASSESSMENT 3 2024
N.B PARAPHRASE YOUR WORK TO AVOID PLAGARISM (CHANGE WORDS)
PREVIEW:
Question 1
1.1 What is Meant by the Following:
a) Modern Democracy (3 Marks)
, Assessment 03 (Paragraph-type questions)
o This assessment is compulsory.
o Contribution towards year mark: 40%
Prescribed textbook (SoE): Chapters 3 and 4, and recommended
readings
Wrap-around guide for this module
Question 1
1.1 What is Meant by the Following:
a) Modern Democracy (3 Marks)
Modern democracy is a government system where power lies with the people, exercised either
directly or through elected officials. Key elements include:
1. Representative Governance: Citizens elect officials to make decisions on their behalf.
2. Rule of Law: Everyone, including institutions, is subject to the same laws.
3. Protection of Rights and Freedoms: Fundamental rights and freedoms of citizens are
legally protected.
b) Citizenship Education (3 Marks)
Citizenship education teaches learners about their rights, duties, and roles as members of a
democratic society. It includes:
1. Civic Knowledge: Understanding political systems, laws, and civic institutions.
2. Civic Skills: Developing skills necessary for participating in democratic processes, like
critical thinking and debate.
3. Civic Disposition: Fostering values and attitudes such as respect for diversity, justice, and
responsibility.
1.2 Two Types of Citizenship Education and Preferred Approach (10 Marks)
