Value Identification Workshop

Objective

To help students identify and articulate their personal values, fostering self-awareness and preparing them for aligning these values with their decision-making processes.

Materials Needed

• Paper and pens for each student
• Whiteboard and markers
• "Values Influencing Decisions" slide-deck (optional for reference)

Activity Steps

Step 1: Introduction (5 minutes)

• Begin by explaining the purpose of the activity: to identify personal values and understand their importance in decision-making.
• Briefly review what values are, using examples from the "Values Influencing Decisions" slide-deck if necessary.

Step 2: Personal Reflection (10 minutes)

• Ask students to take a few minutes to think about what is most important to them in life. Prompt them with questions such as:
  • What qualities do you admire in others?
  • What makes you feel proud of yourself?
  • What principles guide your actions?
• Have students write down their thoughts and list at least 5 values they believe are most important to them.

Step 3: Group Discussion (10 minutes)

• Divide the class into small groups of 4-5 students.
• In their groups, students share their lists of values. Encourage them to discuss why they chose these values and how they influence their daily lives.
• Ask each group to identify common values among their members and discuss any differences.

Step 4: Class Sharing (5 minutes)

• Bring the class back together and invite each group to share one or two common values they discussed.
• Write these values on the whiteboard, creating a class list of shared values.

Step 5: Reflection (5 minutes)

• Conclude the activity by asking students to reflect on the following questions:
  • How did it feel to identify and share your values?
  • Did you learn anything new about yourself or your classmates?
  • How might these values influence your decisions in the future?

Follow-Up

• Encourage students to keep their list of values and refer back to it during the "Values Alignment Chart Activity" to see how their decisions align with their identified values.
• Consider revisiting this activity periodically to see if and how students' values evolve over time.

Values Alignment Chart

Instructions

Reflect on a recent decision you made. Use the chart below to map this decision against your personal values. Consider how well your decision aligns with each value and what this alignment means for you.

Step 1: Identify Your Values

List your top 5 personal values in the spaces provided below. These are the values you identified during the Value Identification Workshop.

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Step 2: Describe Your Decision

Briefly describe a recent decision you made. Consider decisions from any area of your life, such as school, friendships, or family.

Decision: ____________________________________________________________

Step 3: Map Your Decision Against Your Values

For each value, reflect on how your decision aligns or does not align with it. Use the chart below to guide your reflection.

Step 4: Reflection Questions

1. How did it feel to map your decision against your values?
   
   
   
   
   
2. Were there any surprises in how your decision aligned with your values?
   
   
   
   
   
3. What might you do differently in the future to ensure your decisions align more closely with your values?
   
   
   
   
   

Use this chart as a tool to help you make decisions that are consistent with your personal values, leading to greater integrity and satisfaction in your actions.

Value Reflection Prompt

Objective

To encourage students to reflect on their personal values and how these values influence their decision-making processes.

Instructions

1. Reflect on Today's Lesson

   • Take a moment to think about what you learned today about values and beliefs. Consider how these concepts relate to your own life and decision-making.

2. Personal Reflection Questions

   • Answer the following questions to deepen your understanding of your personal values and how they guide your decisions:

     a. What is one value that you identified today that you feel is most important to you? Why?
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     b. Describe a recent decision you made that aligned with this value. How did it feel to make this decision?
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     c. Reflect on a decision you made that did not align with your values. What did you learn from this experience?
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     d. How can you ensure that your future decisions align more closely with your values?
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3. Share Your Insights

   • If you feel comfortable, share one insight or takeaway from your reflection with the class. This could be something you learned about yourself or a strategy you plan to use in the future.

Closing

Reflecting on your values and how they influence your decisions is a powerful tool for personal growth. Use this reflection as a guide to help you make decisions that are true to who you are and what you believe in.