Students worked on a project that allowed them to explore many aspects of their lives to determine what makes them unique. They were asked to share information about any combination of the following topics:
- Personal beliefs (religion, family, education, morality, humanity)
- Values - what is most important to you (family, health, the environment, scientific discovery)
- Preferences (what you like/dislike)
- Learning style (how you learn best)
- Skills and talents
- Contributions (to home, school, community, planet)
- Culture (food, language, fashion, holidays, customs)
- Interests and passions
- Achievements and recognitions
Students were given the option of presenting their information in a format they chose (PowerPoint, poster, movie, song, newscast, create a game, write a book, etc.). Students who struggled with other aspects of school showed remarkable success with this project, as did students who were also successful in other areas.
I am able to identify different groups that I belong to; I am able to represent aspects of my cultural contexts (such as family, communities, school, peer groups) through words and/or images. I can describe what is important to me. I can describe and demonstrate pride in my positive qualities, characteristics and/or skills; I can explain how I am able to use these to contribute to my home and/or community.