Honesty in Action

Shamone Wilson

Tier 1

Lesson Plan

Honesty in Action

Explore ethical responsibility

This lesson introduces 6th graders to the concept of ethical responsibility through a social experiment on honesty. By engaging with the 'A Social Experiment on Honesty' video, students will explore the motivations behind honest behavior and its importance in society. This lesson is crucial as it helps students understand the value of honesty and ethical decision-making in everyday life.

Audience

6th graders

Time

10 minutes

Approach

Active Learning, Restorative Practices, Game-Based Learning

Materials

Video: A Social Experiment on Honesty, Discussion Questions, Activity Worksheet, and Answer Key

Step 1

Introduction

1 minute

Introduce the concept of ethical responsibility and honesty. Ethical responsibility involves making choices that reflect our values and contribute positively to society. Honesty is a key part of this, as it builds trust and integrity in our relationships and communities. For example, if you find a wallet on the ground, being honest means trying to return it to its owner rather than keeping it for yourself.
Explain that students will watch a video about a social experiment on honesty.

Step 2

Video Viewing

5 minutes

Play the video A Social Experiment on Honesty.
Ask students to pay attention to the motivations behind honest behavior discussed in the video.

Step 3

Activity

2 minutes

Distribute the activity worksheet.
Ask students to write down one instance where they had to make an honest decision and what motivated their choice.

Step 4

Discussion and Reflection

2 minutes

Use the discussion questions to guide a brief reflection on the video.
Encourage students to share their thoughts on why honesty is important in society.

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Discussion

Honesty Discussion

A brief discussion to reflect on the video and explore the concept of honesty.

What surprised you about the results of the Lost Wallet Test?

Encourage students to think about the expectations versus the actual outcomes of the experiment.

Why do you think honesty is important in society?

Discuss the role of honesty in maintaining trust and cooperation in communities.

Answer Key

Honesty Activity Answer Key

Provides guidance on how to evaluate students' reflections on their honest decisions.

Describe an instance where you had to make an honest decision.

Varies by student response.
Students should reflect on personal experiences and identify motivations such as self-image, altruism, or societal expectations.