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Body Positivity: Real or Reel?

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Be Cañada Real

Tier 1
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Lesson Plan

Body Positivity: Real or Reel? Lesson Plan

Students will differentiate between body positivity and body obsession, critically analyze societal influences on body image, and identify healthy approaches to self-perception.

This lesson helps 12th-grade students navigate complex societal messages about appearance, especially in the digital age, and cultivate a positive and healthy self-image. It fosters critical thinking and media literacy.

Audience

12th Grade

Time

30 minutes

Approach

Engage students through a thought-provoking TED Talk, followed by guided discussion and reflective activities.

Materials

Internet access and projector/smartboard, Body Positivity: Real or Reel? Slide Deck, Body Image Warm-Up, Body Positivity Discussion Guide, and Body Image Cool-Down

Prep

Teacher Preparation

15 minutes

  • Review all generated materials: Body Positivity: Real or Reel? Lesson Plan, Body Positivity: Real or Reel? Slide Deck, Body Image Warm-Up, Body Positivity Discussion Guide, and Body Image Cool-Down.
    - Ensure internet access and projector/smartboard are working.
    - Prepare to play the TED Talk video (assume 'The Price of Perfection: Unpacking Body Image in the Digital Age' by Dr. Anya Sharma, approximately 10-12 minutes long).

Step 1

Warm-Up: Initial Thoughts (5 min)

5 minutes

  • Distribute the Body Image Warm-Up worksheet.
    - Instruct students to complete the warm-up individually.
    - Briefly discuss a few student responses to set the stage for the lesson.

Step 2

Introduction to the TED Talk (2 min)

2 minutes

  • Use the Body Positivity: Real or Reel? Slide Deck to introduce the TED Talk topic and speaker.
    - Briefly explain the premise: exploring the line between body positivity and body obsession.

Step 3

Watch TED Talk (10-12 min)

10-12 minutes

  • Play the selected TED Talk video (e.g., 'The Price of Perfection: Unpacking Body Image in the Digital Age' by Dr. Anya Sharma).
    - Encourage students to take notes on key points or ideas that resonate with them.

Step 4

Guided Discussion (8-10 min)

8-10 minutes

  • Facilitate a class discussion using the prompts from the Body Positivity Discussion Guide.
    - Encourage students to share their reflections on the TED Talk and connect it to their own experiences or observations.
    - Emphasize respectful sharing and diverse perspectives.

Step 5

Cool-Down: Reflection & Takeaway (3 min)

3 minutes

  • Distribute the Body Image Cool-Down exit ticket.
    - Ask students to complete the cool-down individually, reflecting on a key takeaway from the lesson.
    - Collect cool-downs as students leave.
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Slide Deck

Body Positivity: Real or Reel?

Navigating Body Image in a Digital World

What's the difference between 'body positivity' and 'body obsession'?

Let's explore this together!

Welcome students and introduce the day's topic. Explain that we'll be exploring the nuanced world of body image.

Warm-Up: Initial Thoughts

On your Body Image Warm-Up worksheet, take a few minutes to reflect on these questions:

  • What does "body positivity" mean to you?
  • What does "body obsession" mean to you?
  • Where do you see messages about body image in your daily life?

Introduce the Warm-Up activity. Instruct students to complete the 'Body Image Warm-Up' worksheet. After a few minutes, ask for volunteers to share some of their initial thoughts or responses. This helps gauge prior knowledge and set the tone.

Today's TED Talk

We'll be watching a TED Talk titled:

"The Price of Perfection: Unpacking Body Image in the Digital Age"
by Dr. Anya Sharma

This talk challenges us to think critically about our perceptions of body image and the media.

Introduce the TED Talk. Mention the title and speaker. Explain that the talk will delve into the complexities of body image and how societal pressures can blur the line between healthy self-acceptance and unhealthy preoccupation. The hypothetical TED Talk is 'The Price of Perfection: Unpacking Body Image in the Digital Age' by Dr. Anya Sharma.

As you watch, consider:

  • What are the speaker's key messages?
  • What examples or stories stand out to you?
  • How does this connect to your own experiences or observations?

Play the TED Talk video. Encourage students to listen actively and consider the speaker's main arguments and examples. Remind them they can jot down notes.

Let's Discuss!

Now that we've watched the TED Talk, let's explore its ideas further.

We'll use our Body Positivity Discussion Guide to prompt our conversation.

Remember to listen actively and share your thoughts respectfully.

Transition to the discussion. Explain that we will use the 'Body Positivity Discussion Guide' to facilitate a conversation based on the TED Talk. Encourage everyone to participate respectfully.

Cool-Down: Your Big Takeaway

On your Body Image Cool-Down exit ticket, please write down:

One key insight or question you're taking away from today's lesson.

Thank you for your thoughtful participation!

Conclude the lesson by distributing the 'Body Image Cool-Down' exit ticket. Ask students to complete it before leaving, focusing on one key takeaway. Collect the cool-downs as students exit.

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Warm Up

Body Image Warm-Up

Take a few minutes to reflect on the following questions. Your honest thoughts are valuable!

  1. What does the term "body positivity" mean to you? How do you see it portrayed in media or everyday life?





  2. What does the term "body obsession" bring to mind? Can you think of examples of how it might manifest?





  3. Where do you most often encounter messages about body image (e.g., social media, advertising, friends, family)? How do these messages make you feel?





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Discussion

Body Positivity: Real or Reel? Discussion Guide

Use these questions to guide our conversation after watching the TED Talk. Remember to listen actively and share your perspectives respectfully.

  1. The speaker discussed the concept of "body neutrality" alongside "body positivity." What is the difference, and which approach do you find more realistic or helpful in your own life? Why?










  2. How does social media contribute to both body positivity movements and potential body obsession? Can you identify specific features or trends that exemplify each?










  3. The TED Talk highlighted the pressure to achieve a "perfect" body. Where do these ideals come from, and what impact do they have on mental and physical health?










  4. What strategies can individuals use to cultivate a healthier relationship with their body image, as suggested by the speaker or as you've learned elsewhere?










  5. How can we, as a community or in our personal lives, promote genuine body positivity and challenge harmful ideals of body obsession?










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Cool Down

Body Image Cool-Down: Your Big Takeaway

Before you leave, please take a moment to reflect on today's lesson, the TED Talk, and our discussion. Write down:

One key insight or question you're taking away from today's lesson about body positivity, body obsession, or healthy body image.













Thank you for your thoughtful participation!

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Quiz

Body Positivity Talk Quiz

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Answer Key

Body Positivity Talk Quiz Answer Key

Here are the suggested answers and reasoning for the quiz questions:

1. According to the TED Talk, what is the core difference between genuine body positivity and a focus that leans towards body obsession?

Thought Process: The core of the talk's title suggests a clear distinction between the two concepts. Genuine body positivity would likely focus on unconditional self-acceptance, valuing the body for its function, and appreciating diversity. Body obsession, conversely, would be characterized by an unhealthy preoccupation with appearance, constant comparison, and striving for an often unrealistic ideal, leading to distress or disordered behaviors.

Answer: Genuine body positivity, as discussed in the TED Talk, centers on an unconditional acceptance and appreciation of one's body, celebrating its capabilities, health, and diverse forms, irrespective of societal beauty standards. It promotes self-love, respect, and a focus on overall well-being. In contrast, body obsession is characterized by an unhealthy preoccupation with physical appearance, often driven by external validation, constant comparison to others, and an relentless pursuit of an

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