SLOVENIA'S 5 CORE VALUES

Real-life examples commentary

Objective Critical assessment of behaviour.

Activity

• Group discussion on cases:
  • Classmate of a weakling,
  • Someone is deliberately skipping lessons.,
  • The student hides his phone during the break and chews.
• Questions: Is this a lie? Who does it affect? What are the consequences? Emphasis: Honesty impacts the community.

Foreword (5–10 minutes)

The teacher writes the word 'honesty' on the board.

Questions for reflection

• Is fairness important only for me or also for others?
• Can dishonest behaviour harm the community?

The teacher emphasised: »Our actions also affect the people around us.«

MIDDLE SECTION (30 minutes)

1. Group work – real-life examples

Divide the pupils into smaller groups (4–5 pupils). Each group receives one example.

• Topics for discussion:
  • A classmate cheats on a test.
  • Someone is deliberately skipping lessons.
  • During break time, the pupil hides his phone and chews gum.
• Each group discusses the questions and writes down their answers:
  • Is this a lie or dishonest behaviour? Why?
  • Who is affected by such behaviour? (the teacher, classmates, the pupil themselves …)
  • What might the short-term and long-term consequences be?
  • How could we resolve the situation in a fairer way?
  • How do we feel when someone lies to us or hides their actions?
  • What can a class do to encourage fair behaviour?

2. Presentation and group discussion

• The groups present their findings.
• The teacher leads the discussion and encourages students to present their arguments rather than make accusations.
• You can write on the board:
  • Action
  • Those affected
  • Consequences
  • A better choice

CONCLUSION (5-10 minutes)

The teacher’s closing remarks: »"Honesty affects the community – it either builds trust or destroys it."«

Primary School Kranj