Lesson Plan: Hellison Model of Social Responsibility
Subject: Physical Education
Year Level: 9
Duration: 30 minutes
Learning Objectives
By the end of this lesson, students will be able to:
- Understand the Hellison model of social responsibility.
- Identify and discuss different levels of responsibility in physical education and sports.
- Demonstrate their understanding of social responsibility through group activities.
Materials Needed
- Whiteboard and markers
- Handouts outlining the Hellison model levels
- Space for group activities (indoor gym or outdoor field)
- Equipment for small games or physical activities (e.g., basketballs, cones)
Lesson Structure
Introduction (5 minutes)
- Briefly introduce the Hellison model and its relevance in promoting social responsibility in physical education.
- Explain the five levels of the Hellison model:
- Irresponsibility
- Respect
- Participation
- Self-Direction
- Social Responsibility
- Discuss the importance of each level in the context of teamwork and community involvement.
Main Activity (20 minutes)
Activity 1: Group Discussion (10 minutes)
- Divide the class into small groups (4-5 students each).
- Provide each group with a handout explaining the levels of the Hellison model.
- Ask each group to discuss and provide examples of behaviours associated with each level, especially focusing on social responsibility.
- Have a few groups share their thoughts with the class.
Activity 2: Practical Application (10 minutes)
- Organize a series of small games or sports activities (e.g., cooperative relay races, team challenges).
- Encourage students to demonstrate socially responsible behaviour during the games.
- Remind students to exhibit respect for teammates, communicate effectively, and strive for collective participation, reflecting on the discussions from Activity 1.
Conclusion (5 minutes)
- Regroup and reflect on the lesson. Ask the students:
- What level of the Hellison model do they think they exemplified during the activities?
- How can they apply these principles outside of physical education?
- Encourage students to think of ways they can be responsible members of their community and sport.
Assessment
- Participation in group discussions and activities will serve as a formative assessment to gauge students' understanding of social responsibility as conveyed through the Hellison model.
Further Extensions
- Consider exploring how social responsibility applies in different contexts, such as community service or leadership roles in sports teams.
- Assign students to identify a community issue and propose a plan for addressing it, linking back to the Hellison model's principles.
This lesson plan effectively aligns with New Zealand’s physical education curriculum, ensuring students develop not only physical competencies but also the social skills necessary for responsible citizenship.