Sociology – 12/01/2016

I.  Bellwork

• Page 127 Skills Focus Q&A
• List 3 warning statements that are associated with suicide.

II.  Objectives:

• Examine the main challenges faced by those experiencing adolescence and the factors that influence these challenges.
• Evaluate multiple sources of information presented in different media or formats in order to address a question or solve a problem.

III.  Project: – Due Tuesday 12/13/16 (Two People Groups or Video 4 people)-

A.  Public Awareness Poster or Video to inform and discourage teenagers:

30 summative points (2-3 minutes)

• An original, catchy slogan 0-4 pts
• Strong, attention grabbing visuals (at least 8) demonstrating the social problem.  0-8 pts
• A chart, table or graph with statistical findings directly related to the topic and demonstrating how it impacts society. 0-4 pts
• Presentation, discussion and explanation. Flows smoothly, understands the issues and has data on why it is relevant and how it impacts society. 0-6 pts
• Explain and examine multiple preventative measures or actions to implement.  0-4 pts
• Eye pleasing, large, easy to read, and colorful. 0-4 pts

B.  Topics may include:

• Smoking
• Alcohol
• Drug Usage (Must pick a specific drug)
• Teenage Pregnancy
• Teenage Sexual Behavior
• Bullying/Cyberbullying
• Teenage Suicide

IV. Notebook:   Teasing vs Bullying – SlideShare

V.  Classwork:  The Bully Project Full Movie

A.  Questions & Answers

1. What is your opinion on bullying?
2. What were the most upsetting parts of the video to you?
3. Were you ever a victim of bullying? Explain
4. Were you ever the bully? Explain
5. Have you ever witnessed bullying? Explain.
6. Do you believe that bullying is a problem in schools today? Explain
7. Why do you believe people bully others?
8. What do you believe can be done to stop bullying?
9. What was the most disturbing incident in the video?
10. Is there anything Fordson needs to do to reduce bullying?

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