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Health 1
LESSON
Two
The Danger of Silence
60 minutes
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This lesson explores empathy, sympathy, and advocacy through personal reflection and analysis of Clint Smith's "The Danger of Silence" TED talk. Students distinguish between empathy and sympathy while examining how silence and inaction can perpetuate harm. Through journal writing, discussion, and creative activities, students develop skills to become more active and empathetic community members.
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how to prepare for this lesson
At the start of class:
- Test the Danger of Silence link (Youtube). Ensuring it can be accessed on the school server.
- Students should have journals out
- Copies of H1.2 Danger of Silence Transcript Handout for each student