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Civic Competence

Competencia Ciudadana (CC)

Ciudadanía · Democracia · Derechos · Convivencia

Overview

Civic Competence refers to the ability to act as informed, responsible, and active citizens. It encompasses knowledge of democratic institutions and processes, respect for human rights and the rule of law, critical understanding of social and political issues, and the disposition to participate constructively in civic life at local, national, European, and global levels.

Why It Matters

Democracy requires informed and engaged citizens. Civic competence equips students to understand how society is organised, to defend their rights and respect those of others, to engage with political and social issues critically, and to contribute to a just, peaceful, and sustainable world.

Key Dimensions

1

Democratic Knowledge

Understanding democratic institutions, human rights, and the rule of law.

2

Critical Social Understanding

Analysing social, political, and economic issues from multiple perspectives.

3

Civic Participation

Engaging actively and responsibly in school, local, and wider civic life.

4

Intercultural Dialogue

Respecting diversity and building bridges across cultural and social differences.

Learning Descriptors by Level

Junior (Years 1–3)
  • Understands and follows class and school rules, recognising their purpose.
  • Identifies basic rights and responsibilities in the school community.
  • Shows respect for classmates from different backgrounds and cultures.
  • Participates in simple democratic processes (class votes, class council).
Primary (Years 4–6)
  • Explains the structure of local and national government and their functions.
  • Identifies examples of human rights and situations where they are violated.
  • Participates in school democratic structures (student council, class assemblies).
  • Analyses social issues (inequality, discrimination) and proposes constructive responses.
  • Demonstrates solidarity and respect in interactions with diverse peers.
Secondary (Years 7–10 / ESO)
  • Analyses the functioning of democratic systems and their strengths and weaknesses.
  • Evaluates current social, political, and environmental issues using multiple sources.
  • Participates in civic action (campaigns, petitions, community projects) at school or local level.
  • Defends positions on ethical and social issues with reasoned arguments, respecting dissent.
  • Understands the role of international organisations (UN, EU, Council of Europe) in global governance.
  • Reflects on their own identity, values, and responsibilities as a citizen.

Classroom Examples

1Simulating a parliamentary debate on a current social issue.
2Researching and presenting on a human rights case study.
3Organising a school fundraising or awareness campaign for a social cause.
4Analysing election manifestos and comparing political positions.
5Creating a class constitution or charter of rights and responsibilities.

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