LEARNING GOALS
Examine the impact of changes and transitions on relationships (ACPPS090)- practising skills to deal with challenging or unsafe situations, such as refusal skills, communicating choices, expressing opinions and initiating contingency plans
- asserting their stance on a situation, dilemma or decision by expressing thoughts, opinions and beliefs that acknowledge the feelings of others'
- assessing behavioural expectations in different relationships and social situations, and examining how these expectations can influence decisions and actions
EXPLORATION
Whiteboard/Poster Brainstorm
1. A young person has just made the transition from childhood to adulthood. How are they now expected to behave- with their family at home
- with their friends in a group
- with a (boy/girl) friend in private
- at school / work
- other situations...
2. How can these (new) expectations influence the young person's decisions and actions? Give three examples.
3. What strategies could a young person use if they are feeling pressure to do something they do not want to do?
ASSESSMENT (Week 4 - In class)
Possible topics: bodies, food, physical activity, sexual health, driving and/or another risk-taking behaviour as discussed with teacher.Activity (10 marks total): In groups of 2/3 plan and present three short role-plays on each of the situations below using the above topics:
- Where you refuse to do something your friend/s want you to do. (3 marks)
- Where you have to express a different opinion, while acknowledging the feelings of others. (3 marks)
- Where you have to change plans (situation becomes risky, emergency) (4 marks)
- Own the situation (YOU are responsible for your choices) - STEP UP
- Be friendly and communicate confidently - SPEAK OUT
- Act with integrity and determination - STAND STRONG
