Feature Image

Enhancing Wellbeing Through Altruistic Behaviour

SecondaryYear 7 - 8Health and Physical EducationHealthSocialHuman RightsSocial ActionSocial and Emotional Learning

Summary

Learning intentions:

Students will...

  • understand the positive effects of altruistic behaviour on wellbeing and explore the evidence supporting the idea that giving and helping others can have physical and mental health benefits.

Success criteria:

Students can...

  • identify and define key terms related to altruism
  • analyse and interpret data related to altruism and wellbeing
  • construct arguments supported by evidence to explain the benefits of altruistic behaviour
  • design and present a message that reminds themselves and others about the importance of helping others.

Lesson guides and printables

Lesson Plan

Sample Worksheet

Student Worksheet

Sample Worksheet

Teacher Content Info

Sample Worksheet

Lesson Details