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Understanding SEL/Lesson 8

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Understanding SEL

Lesson 8 : Responsible Decision-Making

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Self-Awareness

Self-Management

Social-Awareness

Relationship Skills

Responsible Decision-Making

CASEL 5 Competencies

SOCIAL AND EMOTIONAL LEARNING (SEL) FOCUS

  • Responsible Decision Making - The�ability to make caring and constructive choices about personal behavior and social interactions across diverse situations�
  • Working in teams, being open to ideas, using sound judgment, and problem solving is one way students can build responsible decision making skills

Understanding SEL/Lesson 8

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Essential Questions

  • What does responsible decision-making entail, and why is it important in personal, academic, and professional contexts?
  • How does responsible decision-making align with personal values and desired outcomes?
  • How can gathering diverse perspectives and information contribute to making more informed and responsible decisions?

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Inclusive Opener

Understanding SEL/ Lesson 8

David’s Story

Discussion Questions

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  • What type of decisions was David making in the beginning of the video? What was the impact of those decisions? How was he perceived?

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  • Why do you think David was making the decisions that he mentions in the film?

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  • What were the consequences of David’s decisions?

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Inclusive Opener

Understanding SEL/ Lesson 8

Responsible decision-making involves considering the following:

  • ethics - moral principles that govern behavior
  • consequence - result or effect of an action
  • potential risks - possibility of injury or loss

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Discussion Questions:

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  1. How did David’s decisions change from the beginning to the end of the video?
  2. How did David’s life change after he changed his decisions?

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Engaging Strategies

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Steps to Responsible Decision-Making

  1. Identify the decision to be made:
    • Clearly define the choice you need to make and the problem or situation it pertains to.
  2. Gather information and consider different perspectives:
    • Seek relevant information and perspectives from reliable sources.
    • Consider how different stakeholders might be affected by the decision.
  3. Evaluate options and potential consequences:
    • Brainstorm and evaluate different options available to you.
    • Assess the potential positive and negative consequences of each option.
  4. Make a decision based on values and desired outcomes:
    • Reflect on your personal values and the desired outcomes you wish to achieve.
    • Choose the option that aligns with your values and is most likely to lead to positive outcomes.
  5. Take action and implement the decision:
    • Put your decision into action, taking the necessary steps to execute your chosen option.
  6. Reflect on the decision and learn from the outcomes:
    • Evaluate the outcomes of your decision and reflect on its effectiveness.
    • Consider what you have learned and how you can apply those insights to future decision-making.

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Engaging Strategies

Understanding SEL/ Lesson 8

SELECT FROM ONE OF THE SCENARIOS BELOW:

Scenario 1:

You witness a classmate cheating on an important exam. What responsible decision would you make, and how would you handle the situation?

Scenario 2:

You have a part-time job and are considering quitting to focus on your academics. How would you approach this decision responsibly, considering factors such as financial implications, time management, and your long-term goals?

Scenario 3:

You are part of a group project, and one of your group members consistently fails to contribute their fair share of the work. How would you handle this situation responsibly, considering the impact on your grades, the group dynamic, and fairness?

Scenario 4:

You are offered the opportunity to attend a party where you know there will be underage drinking. How would you make a responsible decision regarding whether or not to attend the party and how to respond?

Scenario 5:

You come across a social media post spreading false information about a current event. How would you make a responsible decision regarding whether to engage, fact-check, or report the post?

Scenario 6:

You witness a friend engaging in harmful behaviors, such as substance abuse or self-destructive habits. How would you make a responsible decision about how to support your friend while also maintaining your own well-being?

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Engaging Strategies

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Group Presentations and Discussion (10 minutes):

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  1. Ask each group to present their scenario, the decision-making process they followed, and the solution they arrived at.
  2. Facilitate a class discussion by comparing and contrasting different approaches and solutions.
  3. Encourage students to reflect on the challenges faced during the decision-making process and the impact of responsible decision-making in resolving the scenarios effectively.

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Reflective Closure

DISCUSSION

  • Reflect on how responsible decision-making is important in the filmmaking process. Some things you will engage in…
    • Work in a Production Team
    • Develop a Story
    • Access and Work with a Film Kit
    • Learn and Practice Filmmaking Techniques
    • Engage with Adults and Other Students while you Film
    • Edit your Footage
    • Tell a Story Others Want to See
    • Be Prepared for your Film to Screen!

Understanding SEL/ Lesson 8