Video: The Story of Human Rights

Age Group(s): Owlins (9-11)

Hello, Teachers!

PREDICTION / BRAINSTORMING FOR STUDENTS
1. What do you think “human rights” means?
2. Can you name any rights that you think all people should have?

WHAT STUDENTS WILL LEARN

1. The concept and definition of human rights
2. The historical development of human rights
3. Key figures and events in the history of human rights
4. The Universal Declaration of Human Rights and its significance
5. Current challenges in implementing human rights globally
6. The importance of individual action in promoting human rights

KEYWORDS

Human rights, universal, natural law, Cyrus the Great, Cyrus cylinder, United Nations, Universal
Declaration of Human Rights, Eleanor Roosevelt, Gandhi, civil rights, social justice, equality, freedom,
dignity

A QUICK SUMMARY

The transcript provides a comprehensive overview of the concept of human rights and their historical development. It begins by exploring the difficulty in defining human rights, then proceeds to explain them as universal rights that apply to everyone, everywhere. The video traces the evolution of human rights from ancient times, starting with Cyrus the Great, through various historical periods and key figures such as Gandhi and Eleanor Roosevelt. It culminates in the creation of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights by the United Nations. The transcript concludes by highlighting ongoing human rights challenges and emphasizing the role of individuals in making human rights a reality.

 As we introduce this year’s theme of “Analytical Thinking: Navigating Complexity”, through this video, it’s important for your students to engage with both the transcript and the visuals. The transcript provides key information, while the visuals enhance understanding and provide more information by illustrating concepts and adding context!