Did the assumptions and tenets of classical liberalism contribute to the existing social and economic inequalities?
Have the students construct a social contract defining the relationship between government and the citizen, based on the principles and assumptions of classical liberalism. The students could use an analytical grid to contrast classical liberal assumptions with contemporary assumptions concerning government and the well-being of the citizenry. Have student groups investigate how the application of laissez faire assumptions would affect the lives of contemporary Canadians. Groups could investigate how the application of classical liberal tenets would affect: • educational opportunities for students; • the health of an ordinary Canadian family; • working conditions for Canadian workers; and, • struggle for gender equality. Charity Incorporating the C.E.L.s • Critical and Creative Thinking • Personal and Social Values and Skills • Independent Learning Concept Development Lesson for: Co-operatives, Regionalism, Influence, and Collective Well-being, As a class review the economic, political
