Assignment task: The Role of Parliament in Constitutional Reform in Belize
Objective: To develop analytical thinking and evaluation skills, research communication, and ethical and civic engagement in Belize
Purpose: This assignment analyzes and evaluates the role of parliament in constitutional reform in Belize. Students examine the current Belize constitution to identify areas that require reform and discuss the importance of the parliament in the reform process.
Instructions:
1. Conduct thorough research on the Belize constitution to identify areas that require reform. (Students are asked to go to the constitution and thoroughly review the different areas, choose one area, and create an essay discussing how parliament would, could, or should focus on reform in their choice. It can be your opinion - but you must buttress your opinion with facts as this is an academic paper.)
2. Detailed essay on the role of parliament in constitutional reform in Belize, focusing on the area of the constitution you believe parliament should truly consider reforming.
3. The essay should include the following sections:
Introduction: Provide a brief overview of the current Belize constitution and the need for reform.
Role of Parliament: Discuss the role of parliament in constitutional reform. Include a discussion of the powers and responsibilities of parliament in the reform process.
Areas of Reform: Discuss the areas that require reform in the Belize constitution. Provide a detailed analysis of each area and explain the importance of reform.
Challenges and Opportunities: Discuss the challenges and opportunities in the reform process. Discuss the potential impact of partisan politics on the reform agenda and the importance of public input and consultation.
Conclusion: Provide a summary of the key points discussed in the essay and highlight the importance of the parliament in the constitutional reform process in Belize.
4. Students must use at least 5 credible sources in their essay and cite them according to a recognized citation style (APA).