This lesson focuses on teaching accountability through a game-based learning approach, using the video 'A Social Experiment on Honesty' to illustrate real-world applications of honesty and accountability. Students will engage in a collaborative activity to explore the concept of accountability, discuss its importance, and reflect on personal experiences. This lesson is important as it helps students understand the value of being accountable for their actions, fostering a sense of responsibility and integrity.
Video: A Social Experiment on Honesty, Printable Cards: Accountability Scenarios, Quiz: Accountability Quiz, and Exit Ticket: Accountability Reflection
Step 1
Introduction
5 mins
Begin by asking students what they think accountability means.
Divide students into small groups and distribute the printable cards with different accountability scenarios.
Instruct each group to discuss their scenario and decide how they would handle the situation responsibly.
Encourage groups to share their scenarios and solutions with the class.
Step 3
Discussion: Importance of Accountability
5 mins
Facilitate a class discussion on why accountability is important in everyday life.
Use questions like: "How does being accountable affect your relationships with others?" and "What are the consequences of not being accountable?"
Step 4
Quiz: Accountability Quiz
5 mins
Distribute the Accountability Quiz to assess students' understanding of the lesson.
Collect quizzes for evaluation.
Step 5
Closure: Exit Ticket
5 mins
Ask students to complete an exit ticket reflecting on what they learned about accountability today.
Prompt: "Write one way you can be more accountable in your daily life."
Worksheet
Accountability Scenarios Cards
These cards contain different scenarios that require students to think about how they would act responsibly. They are used in the group activity to encourage discussion and problem-solving.
You borrowed a friend's book and accidentally damaged it. What do you do?
You promised to help your sibling with homework but forgot. How do you handle it?
You found a wallet on the playground. What steps do you take?
You were supposed to clean your room but played video games instead. How do you make it right?
Quiz
Accountability Quiz
Worksheet
Accountability Exit Ticket
This exit ticket helps students reflect on their learning about accountability and how they can apply it in their lives.
Write one way you can be more accountable in your daily life.
