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Link DEMOCRACY 3 SIMULATION - REFLECTIVE ANALYSIS ASSIGNMENT

This activity provides a framework for students to play the political simulator Democracy 3 and reflect upon their performance in a structured and interesting manner.

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Link POLITICAL PARTIES UNIT & ASSIGNMENT

This unit seeks to develop an understanding of current political issues, political decision making and how political parties are formed based on shared values and understandings.

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