Diversity

Issue 2 Key Understandings

By the end of this Issue, you will be able to understand:

• Identities are diverse and complex.

• Living harmoniously in a diverse society means respecting our differences and appreciating what we share in common.

• People respond to diversity in a variety of ways to achieve harmony.

Issue 2 National Exam Questions (SRQ7)

• How far do you agree that the positive impact of living in a diverse society is more significant than the negative impact? Explain your answer. (O-level 2017).

• Do you think that the government or individuals should have the greater responsibility for healthcare costs? Explain your answer. (O-level 2018)

• Do you think integration is more important than assimilation in managing socio-cultural diversity? Explain your answer. (O-level 2021)

Lesson Objectives

By the end of this lesson, you will be able to:

• Understand the difference between personal and social identity;

• Describe four factors of social identity: nationality, race and ethnicity, religion, and socio-economic status (SES);

• Explain how each factor of social identity is important in shaping our overall identity.

Learning Resources

• 5: Factors shaping Identity classpoint slides & reading worksheet

• Ch 5 SRQ7 Essay lesson video

• Issue 2 SRQ Notes

Lesson Objectives

By the end of this lesson, you will be able to:

• Describe the common spaces that facilitate interactions (experiences) in a diverse society; 

• Explain two advantages (positive effects) of living in a diverse society; 

• Explain two challenges (negative effects) that come with living in a diverse society.

Learning Resources

• 6: Effects of diversity classpoint slides & reading worksheet

• Ch 6 SRQ7 Essay lesson video

• Issue 2 SRQ Notes

Lesson Objectives

By the end of this lesson, you will be able to:

• Explain how assimilation and integration fosters a strong sense of national belonging and unity.

• Describe the responses to socio-economic diversity by individuals, community groups, and the government in: healthcare, education, and employment.

• Explain the strengths and weaknesses of shared responsibility and government-financed approaches in responding to diversity.

Learning Resources

• 7: Responses to diversity classpoint slides & reading worksheet

• Ch 7 SRQ7 Essay lesson video

• Issue 2 SRQ Notes