Topic Outline

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STATEMENT OF INQUIRY

Violence is a part of human nature and can be present in both times of peace and conflict

GLOBAL CONTEXT

Identities and Relationships (Human nature and human dignity) - Students will explore identity; beliefs and values; personal, physical, mental, social and spiritual health; human relationships including families, friends, communities and cultures; what it means to be human.

KEY CONCEPT

Time, Place and Space - The intrinsically linked concept of time, place and space refers to the absolute or relative position of people, objects and ideas. Time, place and space focuses on how we construct and use our understanding of location (“where” and “when”).

RELATED GLOBAL POLITICS CONCEPT(S)

Violence - ​Violence is often defined as physical or psychological force afflicted upon another being. In the context of global politics, it could be seen as anything someone does that prevents others from reaching their full potential. This broader definition  would encompass unequal distribution of power that excludes entire groups from accessing resources essential for improved living standards or well-being, and discriminatory practices that exclude entire groups of people from accessing certain resources.

1. What is peace, conflict and violence?

2. What forms can conflict take?

3. Is it right to ever go to war?

4. Assessment: On what grounds can violence be justified?