Analyze the input. Observe and reflect back to students what they actually know about the welfare system. Ask students to discuss what information was surprising to them and why. Brainstorm where students get their information about welfare from and how they form their opinions. Discuss strategies for distinguishing between opinion and fact.
Instructions Have students define what it means to be needy.
Write down all ideas where students can see them. Students should identify as many elements of need as they can. As a group, separate the responses into categories-housing, employment, education, etc. Facilitate a discussion with students about the consequences if society does not provide for its needy. Some examples might be increased homelessness, crime, illiteracy, or hunger.