Houses of the Oireachtas’ Post

Yesterday, I participated in the 34th Parliamentary Session, addressing the agenda "All Government Schools Should Be Privatized." I presented my stance in opposition. Both the leaders of the House Fatima Mazhar and Hafiz Muhammad Sudais articulated their points in favor and opposition, respectively. The speaker of the house Ghaneem Irfan Warraich also played his great role in the session. The discussion was robust, with all participants contributing well-researched facts and figures. I look forward to engaging in more sessions of this nature. #ParliamentaryDebate #EducationReform #PublicVsPrivate #InformedDiscussion

“Leaving politics and political party affiliations aside” -> 1) If minimum age to run for a president is 35, why don’t we institute a maximum age as well through an amendment? This is a challenge to every congressmen and senator in the country! 2) To be fair a 2x multiple of minimum age as a cut off for a presidential candidate age is reasonable? 3) we have the best research happening in memory and cognition, why can’t we institute a criteria for any age president to be assessed for cognitive abilities every year?

What role should the United States play in the world? That's something many voters are asking this election season AND the leading question in our curriculum unit "The U.S. Role in a Changing World." Read more about the curriculum, and its lesson on interpreting political cartoons in the latest edition of our newsletter: https://lnkd.in/eJYawcqt #socialstudies #socialstudiesteacher #internationalrelations

We believe you are never too young to start learning how the country is run. That's why many of our free teaching resources on democracy and political literacy are suitable for pupils aged 5-11. Ahead of the #GeneralElection, here are some highlights... 1. What is a Vote? (ages 5-7) For our youngest citizens, we start by looking at what it means to vote. The lesson ends with an opportunity for pupils to vote in a real-life school situation! 2. Who runs the country? (ages 5-11) Following on from “What is a Vote?”, help pupils explore the important role MPs play and how they can make their voices heard. 3. Democracy: What is a General Election? (ages 7-11) This is the first part in a three-part series in which primary school pupils will explore the meaning of democracy and the ways citizens can participate in democratic life in Britain. 4. Why do we pay taxes? (ages 7-11) Pupils will hear a lot about taxes during the election campaigns - but what are they and why do we have to pay them? They will find out in this two-part lesson. 5. The Big Legal Lesson (ages 5-11) Back in March, we ran #TheBigLegalLesson – a campaign to start conversations about the law in schools. The resources are still available and explore the role the government plays in making our society’s rules. You can access all our primary-level democracy resources below. #FreeTeachingResources #PoliticalLiteracy #Citizenship #PSHE #SMSC #Democracy https://lnkd.in/ebSyhrGc

How do you feel about Reform? They seem like the 'marmite' party in this elections - love 'em or hate 'em, but you can't ignore them! Would they win any seat? How are their right wing policies going to affect the results? The Day unpacks the Reform manifesto today... #politicsforkids #reformmanifesto #newsexplainer #classroomresource #educationnews #politics #generalelections

Did you read our latest blog, School Counselling – What do the Political Parties offer? With the general election coming closer you need to know who you are voting for and Dr Marilyn McGowan wrote this blog to give you information about who is offering what when looking at school counsellors. Have a read and let us know what you think - https://lnkd.in/eZyZrg3v #Vote #GeneralElection #GeneralElection24 #Counselling #Counsellor #CounsellingCourse #CounsellingCareer #CounsellorCourse #CounsellorCareer #SchoolCounsellor #SchoolCounsellors #SchoolCounselling #CounsellingYoungPeople #IronMillBlog

Do Australians know enough about how law, politics and economic institutions function? How could we enhance engagement and understanding of democracy and accountability in Australia? The Joint Standing Committee on Electoral Matters has an inquiry into civics education, engagement, and participation in Australia. This is your chance to tell the politicians what you think! The Committee is seeking written submissions, addressing one or more of the terms of reference by Friday, 24 May 2024. Further information about making a submission to a parliamentary committee is available, but it’s not complicated - just send in your letter. #auslaw #democracy #laws #elections #referenda #politics Please share https://lnkd.in/g2EaQ7KU

Does the news and headlines about Washington have you scratching your head? Does the election/Leap/Olympic year have you jumping up and down or wanting to hide under a rock? Register for the COHEAO Washington Update to make sense of the what is happening in DC, from whether Congress will ever pass a final fiscal year 2024 funding bill; what impact that has on fiscal year 2025; learn what is happening in higher education policy on the Hill and by the Administration; and finally how election year politics are and will continue to impact the legislative process.

Great to talk to the Joint Standing Committee on Electoral Matters as part of their inquiry today. I think they go the message: more research into civics and citizenship education, and more opportunities for teacher training! Interested in making a submission? See here: https://lnkd.in/g5VY5Zju

Are you looking to do some reading before the election? HEP has you covered! We've compiled a list of books that address the role that democracy plays in education, teaching, and learning. Find out more here: https://bit.ly/3M3JXhY