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Middle School > 6th Grade

Lesson 6.8: Decision Making and Values

Lesson Goals

  • Examine personal values and how they inform decision making.
  • Discuss factors that go into decision making.

Teacher Note

People have many different ways of making decisions. The decision-making model is presented as one concrete method that can help students visualize the consequences of their actions. As you demonstrate the model with the class, be sure to use a controlled scenario where the pros and cons are strong enough that it will be easy for students to make a healthy decision.

Connecting the Lessons

Builds on Lesson 6.7: Abstinence.

SEL Skills Addressed

  • Self-awareness
  • Social awareness
  • Responsible decision making

Logic Model Determinant(s)

  • Address values around abstinence and sex.
  • Address perceptions of peer norms regarding sexual behavior.
  • Increase communication with parents and other caring adults.
  • Address future goal setting.
  • Increase knowledge of how drugs and alcohol can affect decision making around sexual behavior.