Power
Power comes in many forms.
We are going to look at power by individuals/groups. The art below encompasses power in the form of art. After learning about the three kinds of power, we will determine what kind of power the artist is using to influence people’s thoughts.
Banksy
Power is an individual or group’s ability to influence. There are three types of power we are going to study:
Force: Pushing someone, saying something hurtful, being forced
Authority: Being elected, invited to speak on behalf of a group etc.
Influence: Speaking out on own behalf to influence.
Here is the list of individuals/groups we brainstormed in class, that have power:
Local (Estevan & Area):
Police
Bullying
Mayor: Roy Ludwig
Parents
Border Security
Firefighters
Jury
Judge
City Council
Provincial (Saskatchewan):
Premier: Brad Wall
Gangs
Federal (Canada):
Prime Minister: Stephen Harper
Globally (All Countries):
United Nations
Common traits/characteristics in effective leaders are:
Respectful
Responsible: Good influence
Loyal
Helpful
Smart
Kind and understanding
Encouraging
Be active
Bee Intentional 