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Strategy

Values Clarification

Help students develop a stronger sense of self through this critical thinking activity.

This activity has been revised and was originally created by Charlotte Cushman and published in the Perkins Activity and Resource Guide (1st edition, 1992).  The second edition is available for purchase.

Students with multiple disabilities often have difficulty developing critical thinking skills: the ability to assess a given situation, generalize information, and apply knowledge from past experience. As a result, their problem-solving abilities may be limited to familiar or rote settings. This activity encourages students to practice using critical thinking to identify and develop personal values. They will also increase their self-esteem by developing a stronger sense of self.

Lessons include Concept Development, English Language Arts, Social Skills and Independent Living Skills.

None required

Ask students to discuss some of the following questions. This can be done individually with the teacher, in small groups, or written or recorded by students. Some students may only be able to respond to these questions in a cursory way, while others may be able to discuss their responses in a meaningful way.

Describe a situation in which the student must make a decision. Ask him to tell what he would do.

Hint: Encourage students to act in accordance with their personal values in real-life situations.

 


 

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