10 mins to be spent on purple pen. Answer 2 questions from DIRT sheet.

Attitudes to immigration

LO: We are learning today about attitudes to immigration.  All students will be able to identify 4 attitudes to immigration.  Most students will evaluate negative and positive attitudes toward immigration.  Some students will produce a convicting argument to oppose negative attitudes.

List different peoples attitudes to immigration  Some peoples opinions may be based on confusion about categories of migrants.  Immigration is currently a high priority and is ranked in the top 5 most important issues selected by the British public.  ¾ of Britain are in favour of reducing immigration.  Concerns of migration applies to EU and non EU citizens.  Britons oppose immigration more than rest of Europe and North America.  Attitudes to migration vary on different migration types.

Understanding different attitudes Why do you think different people have different attitudes to change? Give examples to support your answer (6 Marks)

Mark your work  Intro (1 Mark)  Fear of change (1 mark) – Many people have a fear of difference because new arrivals may change their community. If you are afraid of change then you may not know how to deal with people from different backgrounds and cultures. (1 mark)  Employment (1 mark) – New people may threaten the job market. When unemployment is rising this is when immigration becomes a problem as economy is not big enough to cater for migrants. (1 Mark)  Conclusion (1 mark)

Produce a Argument  YOU have been elected as the MP for immigration.  You have been sent a letter from a member of the public complaining about the volume of immigrants in London.  Write a letter to persuade/ inform this person of the advantages of immigration.

For Points  People welcome change  You can enjoy a wide range of cultural activities and choices that a multicultural society can offer.  Helping people to become self sufficient to participate in the local community helps to overcome difficulties.  GCSE results show that some groups make the most of their opportunities offered, they therefor become successful members of the community.

 Immigrant workers fill skill gaps and do jobs that British workers do not want.  Immigrants have different skills that could lead to establishment of new businesses to help local economies.  They can also expand the market by establishing links to their country of origin.

Plenary  Answer questions in the textbook on page titled ‘attitudes to immigration’.