South Sudan Secondary School Syllabus - Citizenship

This syllabus covers the key concepts and skills necessary for students to become engaged, empowered, and ethical citizens. It provides a practical approach to citizenship while imparting lifelong skills. The curriculum aims to equip students with the knowledge and understanding they need to thrive in a global society. The course content is designed to meet the national syllabus requirements and covers a range of topics relevant to life in South Sudan. The curriculum is based on a competency-based approach, focusing on developing core competencies such as critical and creative thinking, cooperation, communication, and an understanding of South Sudanese culture and identity. The syllabus encourages active learning through a variety of activities, including group work, discussions, role-playing, and community projects. Assessment methods are designed to evaluate students' understanding of the concepts and their ability to apply them in real-life situations. The curriculum emphasizes national values and cohesion, promoting a sense of belonging and responsibility towards the nation. The course materials, including student textbooks and teacher guides, are designed to be engaging and accessible to all learners. The teacher's guide provides detailed lesson plans and activities to support effective teaching and learning. The curriculum encourages the use of a variety of teaching methods, including demonstrations, role-playing, individual work, and discussions. The syllabus promotes the use of various resources, including textbooks, newspapers, the constitution, pictures, charts, the internet, and audio-visual materials. The curriculum also emphasizes the importance of improvisation, encouraging teachers to use locally available materials to enhance learning. The syllabus is designed to be flexible and adaptable to different learning environments and contexts. The curriculum aims to nurture learners' potential, gifts, and talents, ensuring that no child is labeled a failure. The syllabus encourages learners to develop a strong sense of South Sudanese culture and identity, fostering a sense of pride and belonging. The curriculum promotes critical thinking and problem-solving skills, enabling learners to analyze and address complex issues. The syllabus encourages cooperation and teamwork, fostering a sense of community and shared responsibility. The curriculum emphasizes effective communication skills, enabling learners to express their ideas and opinions clearly and confidently. The syllabus promotes active participation in community projects, encouraging learners to contribute to the development of their communities. The syllabus encourages learners to explore and understand different systems of government around the world, comparing them to the system in South Sudan. The syllabus promotes an understanding of the economy and the role of individuals, businesses, and the government in its functioning. The syllabus emphasizes the rights and responsibilities of consumers, employers, and employees. The syllabus promotes an understanding of peace-making processes and the importance of conflict resolution. The syllabus emphasizes the need for sustainable development and the importance of protecting the environment. The syllabus encourages learners to develop organizational, research, management, leadership, and critical thinking skills. The syllabus promotes an understanding of global interdependence and the responsibilities of individuals and governments in a globalized world.

Unit 1: Charters for Peace and Conflict Resolution

This unit explores the foundations and charters of the United Nations (UN) and the African Union (AU), focusing on their roles in peacekeeping and conflict resolution. Students will investigate the relevance and impact of treaties, protocols, and articles related to peace and conflict resolution. They will also compare and contrast the aims and objectives of the UN and AU in relation to peace and conflict resolution.

Unit 2: Systems of Government Around the World

This unit examines different systems of government around the world, including those of Kenya, Britain, and the United States. Students will compare and contrast these systems with the system in South Sudan, identifying similarities and differences. The unit also explores the wider issues and challenges of global interdependence and the responsibilities of individuals and governments in a globalized world.

Unit 3: How the Economy Functions in South Sudan

This unit explores the meaning and operation of the economy in South Sudan. Students will investigate the roles of individuals, businesses, and the government in the working of the economy. They will also examine the role of taxes in balancing the economy and the laws and systems affecting its management. The unit also covers the rights and responsibilities of consumers, employers, and employees, and the impact of the local and national economy on these groups.

Unit 4: The Rights and Responsibilities of Consumers, Employers, and Employees

This unit delves deeper into the rights and responsibilities of consumers, employers, and employees in South Sudan. Students will explore relevant laws and policies related to consumer protection and employment. They will also investigate how these rights and responsibilities are interconnected and interdependent. The unit examines the effects and benefits of well-defined rights and responsibilities in the marketplace and workplace.

Unit 5: Peace-Making

This unit explores the basis of holistic peace-making and conflict resolution in South Sudan. Students will identify individuals and organizations that have played significant roles in peace-making efforts. They will also examine the role of the UN and AU charters in conflict resolution. The unit investigates various approaches and strategies for peace-making, drawing on a range of resources.

Unit 6: The Need for Sustainable Development

This unit examines the issues and challenges of global interdependence and responsibility, including sustainable development. Students will explore different contexts for sustainable development and investigate its impact on various sectors. The unit also explores the impact of natural disasters on the environment and strategies for managing these impacts. Students will evaluate strategies for protecting the environment and promoting sustainable development.

Unit 7: Organizing a Community Project

This unit focuses on developing active citizenship through participation in community projects. Students will identify opportunities for active citizenship in their communities and plan and carry out research to identify important issues. They will investigate activities that promote change and explore the significance of developing robust plans for monitoring and reviewing community projects. The unit also covers measuring the impact of projects on the community and gathering evidence to describe their impact.