🏛️ Unit 10 – Citizenship
2ème BAC Lettres
📌 Introduction
Citizenship is the legal status of being a member of a particular country, with associated rights and responsibilities. In this unit, we’ll explore:
- Elements of citizenship (rights/duties)
- Types of citizenship (national/global)
- Active citizenship in Morocco
- Democratic participation
Essential Question: “What does it mean to be an active citizen in modern Morocco?”
🔑 Key Concepts
Citizenship Rights
- Political (voting)
- Civil (free speech)
- Social (education)
Citizenship Duties
- Paying taxes
- Obeying laws
- Jury service
Moroccan Constitution Excerpt
“Article 6: All citizens shall enjoy equal rights before the law and equal opportunities in all domains.”
🧠 Interactive Exercise 1: Rights vs Duties
Classify these items as either Rights or Duties:
Rights
Duties
🤝 Civic Engagement in Morocco
Voting
Participation in elections (local/national)
2021 turnout: 50.3%
Associations
Over 200,000 NGOs registered
Youth engagement increasing
Case Study: Clean Beach Initiative
How Moroccan citizens and organizations collaborate to preserve coastal environments through:
- Community clean-ups
- Environmental education
- Policy advocacy
✍️ Interactive Exercise 2: Active Citizenship
Imagine you want to address an issue in your community. Plan your civic action:
🌍 Global Citizenship
Modern citizenship extends beyond national borders through:
- Climate change awareness
- Human rights advocacy
- Digital citizenship
UN Global Citizenship Education
Prepares learners to address global challenges through:
- Critical thinking
- Intercultural understanding
- Ethical responsibility
📝 Unit Review Quiz
1. Which is NOT a citizenship duty in Morocco?
2. The minimum voting age in Morocco is:
3. Complete the sentence:
Global citizenship emphasizes __________ beyond national borders.
🎯 Conclusion
Key takeaways from this unit:
- Citizenship combines rights and responsibilities
- Active participation strengthens democracy
- Moroccan youth have growing civic opportunities
- Global issues require transnational cooperation
Reflection Question
“How can you, as a science student, contribute to civic life in Morocco?”
