TOPICS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR CIVIC EDUCATION IN SECONDARY SCHOOL CIVIC EDUCATION CIVIC LITERACY CORE VALUE TOPIC LOVE Anti-Bully CONTEXT Self, Family, School, Society, Country and Global Citizenship Knowledge (Knowledge) Character/ Citizenship Attitude (Socioemotional) State the causes of Express feelings bullying related to bullying on oneself from the List the physical and physical, emotional mental effects of and mental aspects bullying Identify ways to curb Instill feelings of empathy towards bullying one another Describe the types Appreciate of behaviour friendship without associated with prejudice bullying from the physical and mental aspects CIVIC PRACTICE Citizenship Competence (Action) Foster friendship without prejudice Report cases of bullying to the authorities concerned Practise saying NO to acts of bullying Suggested Activity/ Programme T&L Activity Create poster/banner Prepare script for a sketch and simulation about victims and witnesses of bullying Brainstorm about effects of bullying Co-curricular Activty Speech Debate Poetry Recitation School Programme Home visits to victims of bully Strategic Partnership Programme in cooperation with the Malaysia Royal Police(PDRM) A talk on bullying by the Human Rights Commission of Malaysia (SUHAKAM) 1 TOPICS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR CIVIC EDUCATION IN SECONDARY SCHOOL CIVIC EDUCATION CIVIC LITERACY CORE VALUE LOVE TOPIC Beware of Abuse! Role of Neighbours and Society CONTEXT Self, Family, School, Society, Country and Global Citizenship Character/ Knowledge Citizenship Attitude (Knowledge) (Socioemotional) List causes of abuse Feel proud when able to report Explain various abuse cases types of abuse bravely Explain the effects Show sympathy of mental and and empathy to physical abuse victims of abuse Explain ways to curb abuse Explain the role of neighbours and society in handling cases of abuse CIVIC PRACTICE Citizenship Competence (Action) Report abuse cases to the authorities concerned Provide assistance and moral support Act bravely to inform others of abuse cases Suggested Activity/ Programme T&L Activity Prepare a form to report abuse cases in the neighbourhood Simulate an act of reporting using Talian Nur to the police and hospital Co-curricular Activity Drawing a poster Simulation Talk School Programme Programme in co-operation with the Social Welfare Department (Jabatan Kebajikan Masyarakat -JKM) A campaign to promote JKM’s community crisis helpline CORE VALUE CIVIC EDUCATION 2 TOPICS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR CIVIC EDUCATION IN SECONDARY SCHOOL CIVIC LITERACY TOPIC LOVE Compassion towards Human Beings and Animals CONTEXT Self, Family, School, Society, Country and Global Citizenship Knowledge (Knowledge) Explain ways to show compassion towards human beings and animals Describe the benefits of being compassionate to human beings and animals Explain the effects of not being compassionate towards human beings and animals Character/ Citizenship Attitude (Socioemotional) Love and appreciate others Love animals Show empathy towards other human beings CIVIC PRACTICE Citizenship Competence (Action) Suggested Activity/ Programme T&L Activity Assist the school community who Drawing a poster on “Loving are facing Animals” (group activity) problems or are in Multimedia presentation on trouble “Compassion towards One Be kind to animals Another” Display empathy Co-curricular Activity towards human beings and animals Dynamic games Treasure Hunt School Programme Set up a donation box for disaster victims in school Organize a “Mercy for Animals” campaign 3 TOPICS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR CIVIC EDUCATION IN SECONDARY SCHOOL CIVIC EDUCATION CIVIC LITERACY CORE VALUE TOPIC LOVE Sustain Enviromental Balance CONTEXT Self, Family, School, Society, Country and Global CIVIC PRACTICE Citizenship Knowledge (Knowledge) Character/ Citizenship Attitude (Socioemotional) Citizenship Competence (Action) State the meaning of environmental balance Explain the importance of caring for the environment Explain ways to sustain environmental balance Show feelings of love towards the environment Feel proud to sustain environmental balance Always protect the environment Attempt to maintain environmental balance Practice loving the environment Suggested Activity/ Programme T& L Activity Prepare a letter of invitation to organise “gotong royong” Create several slogans on the importance of caring for the environment Co-curricular Activity 3K Activity Gotong- royong School Programme #jomrawatbumi Programme in co-operation with the Environmental Department Recite the Enviromental Pledge during school assembly 4 TOPICS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR CIVIC EDUCATION IN SECONDARY SCHOOL CIVIC EDUCATION CIVIC LITERACY CORE VALUE TOPIC LOVE Vision in Optimising Natural Resources CONTEXT Self, Family, School, Society, Country and Global Citizenship Knowledge (Knowledge) List the natural resources Explain the importance of utilising natural resources Explain ways to preserve and conserve natural resources Character/ Citizenship Attitude (Socioemotional) Appreciate natural resources to human life Express feelings of dissapointment towards the wastage of natural resources CIVIC PRACTICE Citizenship Competence (Action) Optimize the use of natural resources Manage natural resources prudently Suggested Activity/ Programme T&L Activity 21st CL on the importance of optimising the use of natural resources. Create slogans on preserving natural resouces. Co-curricular Activity Create and display reminder notices 3R Activities School Programme Involve parents in Green programmes Organise campaigns on optimising the use of natural resources CORE VALUE CIVIC EDUCATION 5 TOPICS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR CIVIC EDUCATION IN SECONDARY SCHOOL CIVIC LITERACY TOPIC LOVE Preservation and Conservation of Flora and Fauna CONTEXT Self, Family, School, Society, Country and Global Citizenship Knowledge (Knowledge) Character/ Citizenship Attitude (Socioemotional) Describe the importance of preserving and conserving flora and fauna Explain ways to preserve and conserve flora and fauna Explain the effects of not preserving and conserving flora and fauna Show feelings of love for flora dan fauna Feel proud to preserve and conserve flora and fauna CIVIC PRACTICE Citizenship Competence (Action) Practise ways to preserve and conserve flora and fauna Act on preserving and conserving flora and fauna Practise loving flora and fauna Suggested Activity/ Programme T& L Activity 21st CL on preserving and conserving flora and fauna 21st CL activity on the effects of not preserving and conserving flora and fauna Co-curricular Activity 3K School Garden Love Our Rivers Preserving and conserving trees in school Labelling trees School Programmes Compost Making Project Preservation and Conservation programmes in co-operation with the Department of Environmental Development (Jabatan Alam Sekitar –JAS) CORE VALUE CIVIC EDUCATION 6 TOPICS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR CIVIC EDUCATION IN SECONDARY SCHOOL CIVIC LITERACY TOPIC LOVE Stop Violence CONTEXT Self, Family, School, Society, Country and Global CIVIC PRACTICE Citizenship Knowledge (Knowledge) Character/ Citizenship Attitude (Socioemotional) Citizenship Competence (Action) Explain world peace List the rules and regulations on reducing destructions due to armed conflicts Explain the advantages of fostering good relations with other countries Being grateful for peace in the country Appreciate national and global peace Be involved in humanitarian projects Suggested Activity/ Programme T&L Activity Create brochure on violence 21st CL on contributions to world peace Co-curricular Activity Sing about peace Talk on peace (terrorism) School Programme Peace fund in co-operation with the United Nation Children’s Fund (UNICEF) Malaysia Anti-terrorism programmes in co-operation with the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) 7 TOPICS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR CIVIC EDUCATION IN SECONDARY SCHOOL CIVIC EDUCATION CIVIC LITERACY CORE VALUE TOPIC LOVE Enhancement of Malaysian Identity CONTEXT Self, Family, School, Society, Country and Global CIVIC PRACTICE Citizenship Knowledge (Knowledge) Character/ Citizenship Attitude (Socioemotional) Citizenship Competence (Action) Describe the enhancement of the Malaysian identity List the characteristics of a responsible Malaysian citizen Explain the effects of a disintegrated Malaysian Identity Feel proud to have a Malaysian Identity Display the Malaysian identity in various situations Suggested Activity/ Programme T&L Activity Create a presentation on “I am Proud to be a Malaysian” Co-curricular Activity Public Speaking Ikhtiar Hidup (Survival Skills) School Programme Replacement of wornout Malaysian flag project Visit a museum 8 TOPICS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR CIVIC EDUCATION IN SECONDARY SCHOOL CIVIC EDUCATION CORE VALUE LOVE CORE VALUE CIVIC LITERACY CIVIC LITERACY Uphold the Integrity of the Country CIVIC PRACTICE Self, Family, School, Society, Country and Global CIVIC PRACTICE Citizenship Knowledge (Knowledge) Character/ Citizenship Attitude (Socioemotional) Citizenship Competence (Action) Describe ways to uphold the good name of the country Explain the importance of love for the country Explain the effects of not upholding the integrity of the country Express pride in being a Malaysian Express gratitude in being able to uphold the integrity of the country Practise the spirit of unity and integration in upholding the integrity and sovereignity of Malaysia Practise willingness to sacrifice for the country Suggested Activity/ Programme T&L Activity Produce a compilation of multimedia materials on safeguarding national integrity 21st CL activities on love for one’s country Co-curricular Activity Public speaking School Programme Programmes in co-operation with the Malaysian Armed Forces (Angkatan Tentera Malaysia –ATM) Visits to museums -Malaysian Armed Forces, Royal Malaysian Police (PDRM) and Royal Malaysian Navy (TLDM) CIVIC EDUCATION 9 TOPICS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR CIVIC EDUCATION IN SECONDARY SCHOOL CIVIC LITERACY TOPIC LOVE CORE VALUE Heartbeat of Malaysians CONTEXT Self, Family, School, Society, Country and Global CIVIC PRACTICE Citizenship Knowledge (Knowledge) Character/ Citizenship Attitude (Socioemotional) Citizenship Competence (Action) Explain the role of the National Principles in building a harmonious and progressive nation Explain the importance of unity to boost economic growth Explain ways to maintain political stability and ruling system of a democratic country Feel proud to be able to internalise the National Principles Practise the National Principles towards building a harmonoius community with mutual respect Increase and boost economic growth Maintain political stability and a democratic ruling system Suggested ActivitY/ Programme T&L Activity Singing of “Saya Anak Malaysia” Talk on successful young prominent Malaysians Co-curricular Activity Malaysian cultural performance School Programme Anak Muda Nadi Malaysia Campaign CIVIC EDUCATION 10 TOPICS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR CIVIC EDUCATION IN SECONDARY SCHOOL CIVIC LITERACY TOPIC LOVE Constitutional Monarchy System CONTEXT Self, Family, School, Society, Country and Global Citizenship Knowledge (Knowledge) Character/ Citizenship Attitude (Socioemotional) Explain the Constitutional Monarchy System Link the Constitutional Monarchy System with the Democratic Parliamentary System Explain the formation of the Malaysian Constitution Express feelings of pride towards the Constitutional Monarchy CIVIC PRACTICE Citizenship Competence (Action) Suggested Activity/ Programme Practise respect T&L Activity for the Video show on the history of Constitutional the Malacca Sultanate Monarchy System Co-curricular Activity Carry out roles Create a scrap book as a responsible citizen School Programme Visit the Parliament Visit the National Palace CIVIC EDUCATION CORE VALUE TOPIC CONTEXT CIVIC LITERACY CIVIC PRACTICE 11 TOPICS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR CIVIC EDUCATION IN SECONDARY SCHOOL LOVE Proud to be a Global Malaysian Self, Family, School, Society, Country and Global Citizenship Knowledge (Knowledge) Character/ Citizenship Attitude (Socioemotional) Citizenship Competence (Action) Explain the importance of maintaining one’s national identity globally List successful Malaysians at the global level Identify factors of successful Malaysians globally Show feelings of pride as Malaysians capable of contributing globally Play the role of a Malaysian globally Take wise actions when dealing with global challenges Suggested Activity/ Programme T&L Activity 21st CL activities on factors that led to the success of Malaysians abroad Produce a scrap book on successful Malaysians globally Co-curricular Activity Produce a scrap book Sing patriotic songs School Programme Talk on challenges faced when studying abroad CIVIC EDUCATION CORE VALUE TOPIC CONTEXT CIVIC LITERACY CIVIC PRACTICE 12 TOPICS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR CIVIC EDUCATION IN SECONDARY SCHOOL MUTUAL RESPECT CORE VALUE Proud Citizens Self, Family, School, Society, Country and Global Citizenship Knowledge (Knowledge) Character/ Citizenship Attitude (Socioemotional) Citizenship Competence (Action) Suggested Activity/ Programme State the meaning of being a self worth citizen Explain the roles and responsibilites of upholding the country’s national dignity Identify behaviours which can elevate the country’s name Show gratitude for being able to safeguard the country’s dignity Practise behaviour that can safeguard the country’s dignity T&L Activity Compile pictures of citizens who have made the country proud Create appropriate clothing using disposable items. Co-curricular Activity Sing patriotic songs Get to know the National and state flags School Programme Strengthening Human Capital programme Outreach Programme CIVIC EDUCATION 13 TOPICS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR CIVIC EDUCATION IN SECONDARY SCHOOL CIVIC LITERACY TOPIC MUTUAL RESPECT CORE VALUE Rights of Family Members CONTEXT Self, Family, School, Society, Country and Global Citizenship Knowledge (Knowledge) Character/ Citizenship Attitude (Socioemotional) State one’s rights in the family Explain ways to respect family members Explain the importance of mutual respect among family members Explain the effects of not being able to practise one’s rights in the family Express gratitude when mutual respect is practised among family members CIVIC PRACTICE Citizenship Competence (Action) Suggested Activity/ Programme Practise mutual T&L Activity respect among Simulate the modern version of family members “Si Tanggang” 21stCL activity on ways to respect family members Co-curricular Activity Addressing family members (various races) Family Tree School Programme “Ways to love your family” project CIVIC EDUCATION 14 TOPICS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR CIVIC EDUCATION IN SECONDARY SCHOOL CIVIC LITERACY TOPIC MUTUAL RESPECT CORE VALUE Respect One’s Individuality CONTEXT Self, Family, School, Society, Country and Global Citizenship Knowledge (Knowledge) Character/ Citizenship Attitude (Socioemotional) List down the categories of people with special needs (Orang Kurang Upaya – OKU) Explain the importance of respecting one’s individuality Explain the importance of facilities for the well-being of people with special needs (OKU) and the less fortunate Identify methods of assisting people with special needs Express empathy on issues related to people with special needs (OKU) Express empathy towards people with special needs and the less fortunate CIVIC PRACTICE Citizenship Competence (Action) Suggested Activity/ Programme T&L Activity Co-operate with various 21st CL on the importance of parties for the facilities for people with special well-being of needs people with Watch a music video “Namun ku special needs punya hati” (OKU) and the Co-Curricular Activity less fortunate Identify symbols and facilities Aid people with for children with special needs special needs in (OKU) various ways Create a special needs friendly Sensitive school towards individual School Programme differences Community service at the Industrial Training and Rehabilitation Centre (PLPP) # santuni OKU Campaign A talk by successful people with special needs CIVIC EDUCATION 15 TOPICS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR CIVIC EDUCATION IN SECONDARY SCHOOL CIVIC LITERACY TOPIC MUTUAL RESPECT Unique Malaysia CONTEXT Self, Family, School, Society, Country and Global CIVIC PRACTICE Citizenship Knowledge (Knowledge) Character/ Citizenship Attitude (Socioemotional) Citizenship Competence (Action) State the culture and taboos of various races and ethnicities Explain factors which makes Malaysia unique Explain the importance of respecting culture and taboos of various races and ethnicities Feel proud to be able to adapt oneself to the culture and taboos of various races and ethnicities Accept and respect the culture and taboos of various races and ethnicities Respect the sensitivities of various races and ethnicities Suggested Activity/ Programme T&L Activity Produce a scrap book on the culture and taboos of various races and ethnic groups Gallery Walk – on factors which makes Malaysia unique Co-curricular Activity Recognise school community (management,etc) Scrap book (attire, dances, heritage,etc) School Programme ‘Muhibbah’ Programme A talk on cultivating integration among races CIVIC EDUCATION CORE VALUE TOPIC CONTEXT CIVIC LITERACY CIVIC PRACTICE 16 TOPICS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR CIVIC EDUCATION IN SECONDARY SCHOOL MUTUAL RESPECT Shame in Committing Negative Actions Self, Family, School, Society, Country and Global Citizenship Knowledge (Knowledge) Character/ Citizenship Attitude (Socioemotional) Citizenship Competence (Action) Explain feelings of being ashamed of commiting negative actions Identify polite behaviours in various situations Explain ways to respect social boundaries between male and female Express feelings that show respect for rules and regulations Express pride when behaving politely Express pride in being able to sustain social boundaries between male and female Practise polite mannerism Respect rules and regulations Sustain social boundaries between male and female Suggested Activity/ Programme T&L Activity Gather information on negative behaviour Pledge not to commit negative acts Co- curricular Activity Simulation Forum School Progrmme A talk on polite behaviour CIVIC EDUCATION CORE VALUE TOPIC CONTEXT CIVIC LITERACY CIVIC PRACTICE 17 TOPICS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR CIVIC EDUCATION IN SECONDARY SCHOOL MUTUAL RESPECT Preserving Malaysian Heritage Self, Family, School, Society, Country and Global Citizenship Knowledge (Knowledge) Character/ Citizenship Attitude (Socioemotional) State the diverse cultural heritage among races and ethnicities Explain the importance of mutual respect among races and ethnicities of diverse cultural heritage Explain ways to preserve the Malaysian heritage Explain the traits of arts, architecture, handicrafts and games of various races and ethnicities in Malaysia Express pride in unique and rich Malaysian cultural heritage Express pride in respecting diverse cultural heritage Express pride in maintaining diverse cultural heritage Citizenship Competence (Action) Suggested Activity/ Programme T&L Activity Practise one’s cultural heritage Create simple and clear slogan on diverse Malaysian cultural Practise mutual heritage respect Collect information on diverse Malaysian cultural heritage Co-curricular Activity Traditional Fashion Show Multimedia presentation School Programme Programme in co-operation with the National Archive Department, Cultural and Heritage Department as well as the Ministry of Tourism and Culture CIVIC EDUCATION CORE VALUE TOPIC CONTEXT CIVIC LITERACY CIVIC PRACTICE 18 TOPICS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR CIVIC EDUCATION IN SECONDARY SCHOOL Citizenship Knowledge (Knowledge) MUTUAL RESPECT The Policies of a Country Oneself, Family, School, Society, Country and Global Character/ Citizenship Attitude (Socioemotional) State the policies Express pride in of a country respecting the policies of a Describe the country importance of respecting a Express happiness country’s policies when other countries respect Explain the effects Malaysia’s policies of disrespecting the policies of a country Citizenship Competence (Action) Carry out responsibilities in maintaining global peace Suggested Activity/ Programme T&L Activity Brainstorm on the policies of a country 21st CL on the importance of respecting the policies of a country Co-curricular Activity Simulation (everyday life situation) Create and hang signboards in school compound School Programme A talk on Malaysia’s policies in co-operation with the Ministry of Internal Affairs Speakers’ Corner CIVIC EDUCATION CORE VALUE TOPIC CONTEXT CIVIC LITERACY CIVIC PRACTICE 19 TOPICS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR CIVIC EDUCATION IN SECONDARY SCHOOL Citizenship Knowledge (Knowledge) MUTUAL RESPECT CORE VALUE Respect International Laws Oneself, Define international Family, School, laws Society, Explain the scope of Country and international laws Global State the importance of respecting international laws Explain aspects of international laws Character/ Citizenship Attitude (Socioemotional) Express sympathy for war torn countries Express gratitude for national and global peace Citizenship Competence (Action) Suggested Activity/ Programme T&L Activity Respect life and dignity of people Creative works on global peace afflicted by war Create a poster on “Hate War” Contribute energy and financial Co-curricular Activity resources to Story telling on countries that conflicting parties they have visited and laws that are different from Malaysia School Programme A talk on Malaysia’s relationship with other countries Mini forum on respecting the sovereignity of the nation CIVIC EDUCATION TOPIC CONTEXT CIVIC LITERACY CIVIC PRACTICE 20 TOPICS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR CIVIC EDUCATION IN SECONDARY SCHOOL Citizenship Knowledge (Knowledge) MUTUAL RESPECT Tolerance and Unity Oneself, Family, School, Society, Country and Global State the meaning of tolerance Explain the importance of tolerance Describe the effects of being intolerant Identify factors that contribute to unity Character/ Citizenship Attitude (Socioemotional) Express pride in being tolerant Citizenship Competence (Action) Practise tolerance and patience in cultivating unity Show spirit of unity Suggested Activity/ Programme T&L Activity 21st CL on the importance of tolerance and unity in Malaysia Create slogans on unity Co-curricular Activity A talk on tolerance School Programme Competition on tolerance and unity Outreach Programme A talk in co-operation with the National Unity and Integration Department (JPNIN) CIVIC EDUCATION CORE VALUE TOPIC CONTEXT CIVIC LITERACY CIVIC PRACTICE 21 TOPICS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR CIVIC EDUCATION IN SECONDARY SCHOOL MUTUAL RESPECT CorruptionFree World Oneself, Family, School, Society, Country and Global Citizenship Knowledge (Knowledge) Character/ Citizenship Attitude (Socioemotional) Citizenship Competence (Action) State factors that cause corruption in a country Explain ways to respect the laws and rights of a country to be free of corruption Explain the impacts of corruption towards a country Express pride for being able to refuse bribery Express pride for not bribing Appreciate the efforts of the government to curb bribery Control oneself from being involved in bribery Refuse money, gifts, bonuses, votes, services, positions, wages and discounts offered for services rendered Suggested Activity/ Programme T&L Activity Brainstorm on the factors of corruption practices 21st CL activity on impact of practising corruption Co-curricular Activity Multimedia show School Programme Anti-corruption campaign A talk in co-operation with the Malaysian Anticorruption Commission (MACC) CIVIC EDUCATION CORE VALUE TOPIC CONTEXT CIVIC LITERACY CIVIC PRACTICE 22 TOPICS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR CIVIC EDUCATION IN SECONDARY SCHOOL Citizenship Knowledge (Knowledge) MUTUAL RESPECT Preserved Environment Prosperous Community Oneself, Family, School, Society, Country and Global State the importance of the environment for the wellbeing of the community Explain the role of the community in preserving and conserving the environment Describe the effects of neglecting the environment Character/ Citizenship Attitude (Socioemotional) Appreciate the environment Express pride in caring for the environment Citizenship Competence (Action) Participate in preserving and conserving the environment Practise the culture of gotong-royong Suggested Activity/ Programme T&L Activty Speech on “Preserved Environment Prosperous Community” Co-curricular Activty Gotong-royong School Programme Sustainability Development Education in co-operation with the Department of Environment(JAS) Sekolah Lestari Anuegrah Alam Sekitar di Malaysia (SLAAS) CIVIC EDUCATION CORE VALUE TOPIC CONTEXT CIVIC LITERACY CIVIC PRACTICE 23 TOPICS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR CIVIC EDUCATION IN SECONDARY SCHOOL MUTUAL RESPECT Peaceful World Oneself, Family, School, Society, Country and Global Citizenship Knowledge (Knowledge) Character/ Citizenship Attitude (Socioemotional) Citizenship Competence (Action) State factors that contribute to a peaceful world Explain a peaceful world from the aspects of politics, economy and social Describe the importance of respecting the laws and regulations to ensure a peaceful world Express gratitude for living in a peaceful world Abide by rules and regulations to ensure universal peace Suggested Activity/ Programme T&L Activities Collect information on World Happiness Index 21st CL on Imaginary World Co-curricular Activities Public Speaking School Programme Say No to Inflation campaign A talk on inflation and unemployment in cooperation with Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) CIVIC EDUCATION CORE VALUE TOPICS CONTEXTS CIVIC LITERACY CIVIC PRACTICE 24 TOPICS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR CIVIC EDUCATION IN SECONDARY SCHOOL Citizenship Knowledge (Knowledge) RESPONSIBILITY Financial Management Oneself, Family, School, Society, Country and Global List the traits of a financially responsible person Explain the importance of being responsible towards personal financial decisions Explain how one’s attitude towards money can affect society State peer influence on spending decisions Character/ Citizenship Attitude (Socioemotional) Express gratitude in managing finance wisely Appreciate income Citizenship Competence (Action) Frugality in spending Wise application of financial management Practise savings Suggested Activity/ Programme T&L Activity Create slogans related to financial management 21st CL on frugal spending Prepare a checklist on personal financial management Co-curricular Activity School Co-op Debate Talk School Programme Financial Management Carnival with external agencies (PNB, BNM, bank tempatan) A talk on financial management in cooperation with the Counselling and Credit Management Agency (AKPK) 25 TOPICS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR CIVIC EDUCATION IN SECONDARY SCHOOL CIVIC EDUCATION CIVIC LITERACY CORE VALUE RESPONSIBILITY TOPIC CONTEXT Citizenship Knowledge (Knowledge) Freedom with Limitations Oneself, Family, School, Society, Country and Global Explain the freedom of speech in the Malaysian Constitution List the rights and limitations in the Malaysian Constituion Explain the procedures in giving and receiving critisicms in the right way Character/ Citizenship Attitude (Socioemotional) Appreciate the freedom given CIVIC PRACTICE Citizenship Competence (Action) Express feelings, opinions and dissatisfactions through proper channels Use mass media and social media wisely Suggested Activity/ Programme T&L Activity Simulation activity on giving opinion through proper channels Brainstorming on the rights and limitations on the Malaysian Constitution Co-curricular Activity The use of gadgets School Programme Comment etiquettely on social media ‘Verify Before You Share’ Campaign in co-operation with the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) 26 TOPICS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR CIVIC EDUCATION IN SECONDARY SCHOOL CIVIC EDUCATION CIVIC LITERACY CORE VALUE TOPIC RESPONSIBILITY Technological Advancement and Ethics in Usage of Gadgets CONTEXT Oneself, Family, School, Society, Country and Global Citizenship Knowledge (Knowledge) List technological advancement Explain the ethics when using technology Explain the importance of using technology ethically Explain the effects of using technology and gadgets unethically Character/ Citizenship Attitude (Socioemotional) Express happiness in using technology ethically Express guilt and shame in unethical use of technology CIVIC PRACTICE Citizenship Competence (Action) Suggested Activity/ Programme T&L Activity Practise ethical behaviour when Create folio on ethical practices of using using gadgets technology in every day life Co-Curricular Activity Reprimand A talk on awareness on the usage of unethical gadgets behaviour of friends when School Programme using Gadgets and Time Management technology Campaign A talk on Technology, Gadgets and Youth in co-operation with MCMC 27 TOPICS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR CIVIC EDUCATION IN SECONDARY SCHOOL CIVIC EDUCATION CIVIC LITERACY CORE VALUE TOPIC RESPONSIBILITY Diligence in Work CONTEXT Oneself, Family, School, Society, Country and Global Citizenship Knowledge (Knowledge) List acts of diligence in various aspects Explain the traits of diligence Explain the importance of being diligent Character/ Citizenship Attitude (Socioemotional) Express feelings of being diligent CIVIC PRACTICE Citizenship Competence (Action) Suggested Activity/ Programme T&L Activity Practise diligence Brainstorm on traits of diligent individuals Potray excellent work Co-curricular Activity ethics Daily and weekly roster School Programme A talk on diligence Diligence campaign CORE VALUE CIVIC EDUCATION 28 TOPICS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR CIVIC EDUCATION IN SECONDARY SCHOOL CIVIC LITERACY RESPONSIBILITY CIVIC PRACTICE TOPIC CONTEXT Citizenship Knowledge (Knowledge) Character/ Citizenship Attitude (Socioemotional) Citizenship Competence (Action) CorruptionFree Malaysia Oneself, Family, School, Society, Country and Global List different forms of corruption Explain the roles of anticorruption agencies State ways of avoiding corruption Express pride in being able to avoid corruption Express gratitude when Malaysia is free of corruption Practise avoiding corruption as Malaysians Suggested Activity/ Programme T&L Activity Create a poster on “CorruptionFree Malaysia” Prepare a situational card on corruption Co-curricular Activity Speech/ Debate Simulation School Programme Pledge on Corruption-Free Pantomime on Corruption- Free Campaign on “Degrade Corruption, Build Dignity” in cooperation with MACC CIVIC EDUCATION CORE VALUE TOPIC CONTEXT CIVIC LITERACY CIVIC PRACTICE 29 TOPICS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR CIVIC EDUCATION IN SECONDARY SCHOOL Citizenship Knowledge (Knowledge) RESPONSIBILITY Global Sustainability Oneself, Family, School, Society, Country and Global Explain the importance of environmental sustainability for the well-being of life Explain the importance of ensuring quality water and air to guarantee good health Explains ways of maintaining global sustainability Character/ Citizenship Attitude (Socioemotional) Aprreciate and love the environment Show pride in contributing towards global sustainability Citizenship Competence (Action) Involved in protecting the environment Practise global sustainabilty in life Suggested Activity/ Programme T&L Activity Write a letter to the editor’s column on saving electricity and recycling Create a poster on global sustainability Co-curricular Activity ‘3K’ activity School Garden School Programme Mini forum on global sustainability Project on global sustainability in co-operation with Parent-Teacher Association CIVIC EDUCATION CORE VALUE TOPIC CONTEXT CIVIC LITERACY CIVIC PRACTICE 30 TOPICS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR CIVIC EDUCATION IN SECONDARY SCHOOL RESPONSIBILITY Parlimentary Democratic System Oneself, Family, School, Society, Country and Global Citizenship Knowledge (Knowledge) Character/ Citizenship Attitude (Socioemotional) Citizenship Competence (Action) Explain the Parliamentary Democratic System Decribe the process of election in Malaysia Explain rights to choose leaders Explain the importance of electing a government as voters Express gratitude towards countries that practise Parliamentary Democratic System Express happiness in carrying out responsilibities as citizens Show pride as a Malaysian Carry out responsibilties as a citizen Register and carry out rights as a voter when eligible Suggested Activity/ Programme T&L Activity Collect information on the process of election Prepare pamphlets on voting rights Co-curricular Activity Public Speaking Presentation on “Love Malaysia” School Programme Simulation on the election process 31 TOPICS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR CIVIC EDUCATION IN SECONDARY SCHOOL CIVIC EDUCATION CIVIC LITERACY CORE VALUE RESPONSIBILITY TOPICS Citizens with Integrity CIVIC PRACTICE CONTEXTS Citizenship Knowledge (Knowledge) Character/ Citizenship Attitude (Socioemotional) Citizenship Competence (Action) Oneself, Family, School, Society, Country and Global State the meaning of integrity Explain the importance of being citizens with integrity State the roles of citizens with integrity Describe the effects of being dishonest to the country Express gratitude for being citizens of integrity Practise integrity in every day life Involve in eradicating dishonest behaviours Suggested Activities/ Programmes T&L Activities Produce a poem on the Culture of Integrity Conduct a forum on citizens with integrity Co-Curricular activity A talk on ‘Leadership by Example’ School Programme Campaign on Integrity Dialogue and workshop on Culture of Integrity in cooperation with the Malaysian Institute of Integrity(IIM) ] CORE VALUE CIVIC EDUCATION 32 TOPICS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR CIVIC EDUCATION IN SECONDARY SCHOOL CIVIC LITERACY TOPIC RESPONSIBILITY Time Management CONTEXT Oneself, Family, School, Society, Country and Global Citizenship Knowledge (Knowledge) Explain managing time wisely Explain the importance of managing time wisely Explain the effects of not managing time wisely Character/ Citizenship Attitude (Socioemotional) Express pride in managing time wisely CIVIC PRACTICE Citizenship Competence (Action) Practise managing time wisely Suggested Activity/ Programme T&L Activity Brainstorm on managing time wisely Create a personal time table on managing time wisely Co-curricular Activity Create a daily roster School Programme A talk on time management Campaign on time management CIVIC EDUCATION CORE VALUE TOPIC CONTEXT CIVIC LITERACY CIVIC PRACTICE 33 TOPICS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR CIVIC EDUCATION IN SECONDARY SCHOOL RESPONSIBILITY Abuse of Prohibited Substances Oneself, Family, School, Society, Country and Global Citizenship Knowledge (Knowledge) Character/ Citizenship Attitude (Socioemotional) Citizenship Competence (Action) Suggested Activity/ Programme List prohibited substances Explain the effects of misusing prohibited substances Describe ways of handling issues pertaining to misuse of prohibited substances Express gratitude when able to avoid misusing prohibited substances Work together with agencies to curb issues and problems on use of prohibited substances T&L Activity 21st CL on classfication of prohibited substances Create a brochure on the effects of misusing prohibited substances Co-curricular Activity Debate Create a poster Scrap Book School Programme Campaign on the dangers of Cigarattes, inhalants and drugs (PPDA & Petronas) A talk on Cigrattes, inhalants and drugs in co-operation with the Ministry of Health (KKM) Drug- Free Carnival through Drug Prevention Education Programme CIVIC EDUCATION CORE VALUE TOPIC CONTEXT CIVIC LITERACY CIVIC PRACTICE 34 TOPICS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR CIVIC EDUCATION IN SECONDARY SCHOOL Citizenship Knowledge (Knowledge) RESPONSIBILITY Country and Taxes Oneself, Family, School, Society, Country and Global List types of taxes State the role of individuals in paying taxes Describe the importance of taxes for the development and progress of a country Character/ Citizenship Attitude (Socioemotional) Express pride when able to pay taxes Citizenship Competence (Action) Pay taxes for the development of a country Remind family members to pay taxes Involve oneself in #JomBayarCukai campaign Suggested Activity/ Programme T&L Activity 21st CL on country and taxes Simulation on paying taxes Co-curricular Activity Talk Public Speaking School Programme A talk on taxes in co-operation with the Inland Revenue Board (LHDN) #JomBayarCukai campaign in co-operation with LHDN CIVIC EDUCATION CIVIC LITERACY CORE VALUE TOPIC CONTEXT Citizenship Knowledge (Knowledge) Citizenship Character/ Attitude (Socioemotional) CIVIC PRACTICE Citizenship Competence (Action) Suggested Activity/ Programme 35 TOPICS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR CIVIC EDUCATION IN SECONDARY SCHOOL RESPONSIBILITY Cyber Threats and Concerns Oneself, Family, School, Society, Country and Global State the types of cyber threats and concerns State the consequences of cyber threats and concerns Describe rightful actions in curbing issues related to cyber threats and concerns Express pride in curbing issues and problems related to cyber threats and concerns Take rightful actions in curbing issues and problems related to cyber threats and concerns Avoid cyber crimes T&L Activity 21st CL activities related to cyber threats and country Co-curricular Activity Simulation Debate School Programme Campaign on the awareness of threats and concerns of cyber bullying A talk on Cyber Threats in cooperation with National Cyber Security Agency (NACSA) CIVIC EDUCATION CIVIC LITERACY CORE VALUE TOPIC CONTEXT Citizenship Knowledge (Knowledge) Citizenship Character/ Attitude (Socioemotional) CIVIC PRACTICE Citizenship Competence (Action) Suggested Activity/ Programme 36 TOPICS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR CIVIC EDUCATION IN SECONDARY SCHOOL HAPPINESS Rise From Failures in Life Oneself, Family, School, Society, Country and Global State factors that contiribute to failures in life Identify ways of handling challenges to rise from failures Express happiness in overcoming challenges Express pride in controlling emotions when faced with challenges Take appropriate actions in handling various challenges Able to solve problems rationally T&L Activity 21st CL activities on the importance of managing emotions rationally Co-curricular Activity Sing patriotic songs School Programme Programme with the school counsellor 37 TOPICS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR CIVIC EDUCATION IN SECONDARY SCHOOL CIVIC EDUCATION CIVIC LITERACY CORE VALUE TOPIC HAPPINESS Moderation In Life CONTEXT Oneself, Family, School, Society, Country and Global CIVIC PRACTICE Citizenship Knowledge (Knowledge) Citizenship Character/ Attitude (Socioemotional) Citizenship Competence (Action) Explain ways of living moderately Explain the importance of moderate living in life Describe the effects of living lavishly Express pride in living moderately Express gratitude for having a comfortable life Practise prudence in life Practice living moderately Suggested Activity/ Programme T&L Activity Carry out situational card activities on being grateful Co-curricular Activity Spiritual talk Create a tagline School Programme Food Bank Malaysia Programme in co-operation with the Ministry of Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs (KPDNHEP) A talk show on moderate living 38 TOPICS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR CIVIC EDUCATION IN SECONDARY SCHOOL CIVIC EDUCATION CIVIC LITERACY CORE VALUE HAPPINESS TOPIC Excellent Citizen CONTEXT Oneself, Family, School, Society, Country and Global Citizenship Knowledge (Knowledge) Citizenship Character/ Attitude (Socioemotional) Describe the traits of being an excellent citizen Explain the steps taken to be an excellent citizen Express pride in being an execellent citizen CIVIC PRACTICE Citizenship Competence (Action) Suggested Activity/ Programme Practise the traits of T&L Activity being an excellent Talk on “Excellent Citizen, citizen Country’s Successor” Speech on an excellent role model Co-curricular Activity Gotong-royong Peer buddy School Programme Excellent student motivational programme 39 TOPICS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR CIVIC EDUCATION IN SECONDARY SCHOOL CIVIC EDUCATION CIVIC LITERACY CORE VALUE TOPIC HAPPINESS Healthy Interactions CONTEXT Oneself, Family, School, Society, Country and Global Citizenship Knowledge (Knowledge) Explain traits of courteous communication Explain the importance of courteous communication Explain the consequences of communicating discourteously CIVIC PRACTICE Citizenship Character/ Attitude (Socioemotional) Express happiness when able to communicate courteously Citizenship Competence (Action) Communicate courteously Suggested Activity/ Programme T&L Activity Brainstorm on courteous communication Create a video clip on courteous communication Co-curricular Activity Dynamic games Language games School Programme Courteous Communication campaign 40 TOPICS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR CIVIC EDUCATION IN SECONDARY SCHOOL CIVIC EDUCATION CIVIC LITERACY CORE VALUE HAPPINESS TOPIC Networking Across Borders CONTEXT Oneself, Family, School, Society, Country and Global Citizenship Knowledge (Knowledge) Explain the importance of choosing friends wisely across borders Explain using technology wisely when networking with friends virtually Describe the effects of choosing wrong friends virtually Citizenship Character/ Attitude (Socioemotional) Appreciate friendship ties and relationship with friends Express gratitude in enjoying communication technologies CIVIC PRACTICE Citizenship Competence (Action) Act assertively in curbing negative peer influence Use technology wisely when networking with friends virtually Suggested Activity/ Programme T&L Activity 21st CL on ways to choose friends wisely through cyberspace Group presentation on the wise use of technology Co-curricular Activity Write a letter to a friend Create a friendship bracelet School Programme Organise a talk in cooperation with the Malaysian Multimedia and Communication Commission (SKMM) 41 TOPICS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR CIVIC EDUCATION IN SECONDARY SCHOOL CIVIC EDUCATION CIVIC LITERACY CORE VALUE TOPIC HAPPINESS A Reputable Leader, A Peaceful World CONTEXT Oneself, Family, School, Society, Country and Global Citizenship Knowledge (Knowledge) State the traits of quality leaders State the contributions of leaders at international level Explain the roles of leaders in achieving national and global vision Citizenship Character/ Attitude (Socioemotional) CIVIC PRACTICE Citizenship Competence (Action) Appreciate Apply positive services of leadership traits in national leaders everyday life Express feelings of gratitude in enjoying a stable life due to quality leaders Suggested Activity/ Programme T&L Activity Role play on a quality leader Multimedia show on the biography of a world leader Co-curricular Activity Create a poster Public speaking School Programme Leadership Camp Programme to discover pupils’ leadership qualities 42 TOPICS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR CIVIC EDUCATION IN SECONDARY SCHOOL CIVIC EDUCATION CIVIC LITERACY CIVIC PRACTICE CORE VALUE TOPIC HAPPINESS Proud of the Malaysian Identity CONTEXT Oneself, Family, School, Society, Country and Global Citizenship Knowledge (Knowledge) Explain Malaysian identity such as the National Principles, National Language, Malaysian flag, National Anthem, National Emblem, and National Flower Explain the importance of national identities to a country Describe the effects of not internalizing national identities Citizenship Character/ Attitude (Socioemotional) Citizenship Competence (Action) Suggested Activity/ Programme T&L Activity Express pride of Practise the the Malaysian National Principles Gather information on identity Malaysian identity Show loyalty and Express feelings of sensitivity to the Create a Malaysian flag using gratitude for being Malaysian identity various media patriotic Co-curricular Activity Sing patriotic songs Patriotic simulations School Programme Mural drawing on Malaysian identity Social Corporate Responsibility (CSR) programme in cooperation with corporate agencies #AnakAnakMalaysia 43 TOPICS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR CIVIC EDUCATION IN SECONDARY SCHOOL CIVIC EDUCATION CIVIC LITERACY CORE VALUE HAPPINESS TOPIC Contribution to Country CONTEXT Oneself, Family, School, Society, Country and Global Citizenship Knowledge (Knowledge) State the importance of contributing to the country Explain ways of contributing to the country Citizenship Character/ Attitude (Socioemotional) Express feelings of gratitude for contributing to the country CIVIC PRACTICE Citizenship Competence (Action) Involve actively in contributing to the country Suggested Activity/ Programme T&L Activity Collect information on individuals who have contributed to the country 21st CL on ways to contribute to the country Co-curricular Activity Voice of Malaysia Fit Malaysia Run School Programme Track prominent figures programme (various fields) Santuni Tokoh programme 44