Social studies · Grades 3–6
Making group decisions fairly · Revision card
People affected by a choice may have different needs.
Understand the idea
Hear relevant voices
People affected by a choice may have different needs.
Agree on a process
Explain how options will be considered before choosing.
Give reasons
A decision should connect to shared criteria, not only popularity.
Worked examples
Which question is most useful before choosing a class activity?
Criteria help compare options fairly.
What needs and constraints should the activity meet?
Why might a vote alone fail to reveal an accessibility problem with an activity?
Credit listening to affected participants as well as counting votes.
A smaller group may have needs the majority does not share or notice.
Explain without looking
- A compromise is
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