Biblical references are a plus but practical useful information on their level is best.
2006-12-09 00:15:24 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Education & Reference ➔ Teaching
Let me elaborate a little. I am the Youth (high school) teacher at my church. I lead by example, encourage deeply the good decisions that I see my kids make. I have adopted several and get very involved in their lives. My problem lies in finding new fresh ideas of how to convey my study topics. Hands on things and stories that they can relate to are a must. I dont stand up and preach to them, they get enough of that at home. I also do not just give them biblical advice and text to look up, they get that 5 days a week at school. I am looking for inovative ways to look at this subject. Catch them off guard teach them something and they not even know they are learning. That is my goal, any ideas?
2006-12-09 19:31:53 · update #1
Do an exercise where putting others first is the key to succeeding in the exercise.
For example, in a "ropes course", two people are together tied to a rope (of course, protected by a harness) as they walk on a rope wire. In this lesson, the student must rely on the other student, and not be selfish in protecting only him or herself. Otherwise, they would both fall. The other student must try to help the other, and in return, he is helped by the other. That is the lesson of this course.
2006-12-09 02:38:01 · answer #1 · answered by AIEnglishPro 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
START FROM YOURSELF!!! ask anyone,, if you want others to do something that is worthwhile, why not set yourself as an example and be a good role model to them.. if they see you doing great stuff.. there might be a chance for you to even become an excelent inspiration... i know this because i have seen this through my professor's experience.. she, instead of her many achievements in her field decided to be as always humble and helping the small people in our country.. in return to these she was blessed to have a harmonious life with so many other blessings that continously comes along her way and that is i think is her good karma.. so if you want to teach these fellows about being emphatic.. START SHOWING them first on how to do it!!!!
2006-12-09 08:38:31 · answer #2 · answered by jesselyn 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It seems that this culture has made 'put others first' into anathema. ME FIRST is the hue and cry of media, politics, entertainment, and self help books in general.
I homeschooled my children to try and avoid the onslaught of our selfish world. I think some of my values are evident, but it has not shown up in the teens yet. My 3 adult children are kids to be proud of.
Two ideas: 1. role model as that other person said
2. Wait 5 years. It seems to just appear.
2006-12-09 08:29:33 · answer #3 · answered by thisbrit 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Teenage is a unique period in the life of every youngster. Teenagers are at one and the same time children and budding adults.
Your own example of putting others first can speak volumes to the teens around you.
Make it a point to appreciate a teen when he/she puts others first.
Provide them with opportunities for genuine service.
Assign responsiblities to the teens. They have tremendous spirit of generosity and responsibility and given a chance they will prove their worth.
2006-12-09 12:00:32 · answer #4 · answered by Dr. Tere - educator & professor 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If they haven't learned by now,.. its harder to drive home,.. however,.. like the one answer said,.. be a positive role modal is a huge thing...
additionally,... point to other figures who have historically and traditionally put themselves first and sacrificed for others,... not just popluar people, but peopel they can relate to,.. like firemen, policemen, and military personnel.. the people who many times sacrifice so much for the greater benefit of others
2006-12-09 08:25:35 · answer #5 · answered by Z 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
By being a good role model.
2006-12-09 08:18:33 · answer #6 · answered by WC 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋