This terms Big Idea in inquiry is: In order to function and be a happy contributing member of society it is important to understand the value and power of the 'word'. Through exploring the idea of 'owning your words' the students will become more aware of the impact that words - negative and positive - can have on peoples well-being, society, religion, politics and in particular advertising.
In class today we were looking at the Big Questions:
- What 'words' influence you?
- What influences your choices?
- What words do you use to boost another person up?
- What words do you or others use to bring someone down?
- Who do you listen to the most?
- How do you respond in different situations?
What would your answers be?
This terms Big Idea in inquiry is: In order to function and be a happy contributing member of society it is important to understand the value and power of the 'word'. Through exploring the idea of 'owning your words' the students will become more aware of the impact that words - negative and positive - can have on peoples well-being, society, religion, politics and in particular advertising.
