Author: Pablo Ruiz
- Age: 17+
- Hours: 6 - 10
Introduction
Being addicted to a substance or activity is a major problem among teens. To face this situation it is very important to be instructed and guided by peers, valuable models.
In this project students of 17+ can provide a useful guide to younger students to prevent addictions
Variables related to inclusion
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Promoting the emotional involvement of students Level 3:
The lesson plan promotes the recognition of one´s own emotions and those of others
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Creativity in problem solving Level 3:
The lesson plan makes students solve real problems by themselves
- Promoting the emotional involvement of students Level 2:
The lesson plan promotes the recognition of one´s own emotions and how to accept and manage them
- Creativity in problem solving Level 2:
The lesson plan shows students good practices related to problem solving
Objectives
- Prevent addictions among teenagers
- Design and implement activities to improve their wellness and health
Methodologies
Two phase project:
Phase one: Preparation
Students create different programs and activities in their classroom in interactive groups. They can find all the information needed online, and they are encouraged to implement new technologies in the preparation of two sessions to be held in a high school. They aim to prevent students from taking drugs;
Phase two: Implementation
Students present their sessions at a real school, facing real students and trying to make a change. They use technologies to encourage their participation
ONLINE
Preparation of materials
Recording of audio/videos
Meetings
Creation of assessment tests
PRESENCE
Preparation of materials (physical)
Recording of audio/videos
Rehearsing
Implementation of sessions
Process
PHASE ONE
- Define the final goal of the project, paying attention to the motivational aspects of reaching the goals. In this case "Create a project" aims to prevent addictions among teenagers".
- Debate the different options to reach that goal, focussing on the next questions:
- What information do you need?
- What activities would you do?
- What information would you have liked to have when you were a teenager?
- Students organise themselves in the different activities needed, looking for the different choices and sharing their personal opinions.
- Use of different media to create presentations to make the information attractive
PHASE TWO
- Implement the session created with the group of teenagers
CONCLUSION
Debate in class about the development of the session and the goals achieved