Сьогодні на уроці англійської мови учні 8-х класів занурилися в тему, що відгукується в серці кожного українця – День Гідності та Свободи, “Dignity Day”. Діти поділилися своїми асоціаціями зі словом “гідність”. Для кожного воно має особливий зміст – від чесності й самоповаги до свободи вибору та любові до рідної землі. Учні прослухали Гімн Гідности та проаналізували його текст, виділили ті фрази, які найбільше резонували з їхніми почуттями. Це був момент справжнього натхнення!
Через метафоричні картки діти досліджували, як виглядає гідність у житті кожного з нас. Це допомогло їм глибше усвідомити, що гідність – це не лише слово, а й спосіб мислення, дій і взаємин.
На завершення ми розглянули, що ж означає гідність по-українськи – від історичних подій до сучасних героїв, які щодня боронять свободу нашої країни.

Цей урок став чудовою нагодою вкотре замислитися про важливі цінності та зміцнити почуття гордості за свою країну. 💙💛

Конспект уроку англійської мови “Dignity Day”

Topic: Dignity Day

Lesson Objective: Dignity Day

• Developmental Objective: Enhance students’ vocabulary on the topic of dignity, human rights, and moral values; improve their speaking, reading, and writing skills in English.
• Educational Objective: Introduce the concept of dignity and its importance in individual and societal life; foster an understanding of respect, tolerance, and equality.
• Personal Growth Objective: Cultivate a sense of self-respect and respect for others; encourage critical thinking and the ability to express personal opinions on ethical issues.

By the end of the lesson, students will be able to:

1. Define “dignity” in English and explain its meaning.
2. Provide examples of situations where dignity plays a key role.
3. Share their opinions about the importance of dignity in daily life and society.
4. Write a short essay or speech on the topic: “What does dignity mean to me?”

1. New words

Dignity – гідність

Responsibility – відповідальність

Sympathy – співчуття

Nobility – благородність

Decency – порядність

Goodwill – доброзичливість

Corruption – корупція

Revolution – революція

Democratic rights – демократичні права

Freedom – свобода

 To struggle – боротися

Treat with respect – сприймати з повагою

To fight – боротися, битися

Strike- страйки, страйкувати

Human rights violation – порушення прав людини

labels and assumptions – ярлики і припущення

Nerd, swort – ботан

• World Dignity Day is an independent project that makes young people to feel their dignity in everyday life.
• Mindmap – what words do you associate with dignity?

Dignity associations

• What is dignity? Video – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=90vEB1_B-Rw
• Anthem of dignity

In support of World Dignity Day, musician Dave Stewart wrote a song “Dignity”, which became the world anthem of dignity. Its premiere took place at the forum before the World Day of Dignity in Helsinki (Finland). There were 1,000 participants of the forum. Lyrical hip-hop singer Nadira-X performed the song.

lyrics of the words

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1nPm6Y5Qh502GsppuYeh2bh77I2oS7F7j/view

video of anthem – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=71LQCBLtsGc

In the song there were the words:

«You must be the change you wish

to see in the world

Yeah, you must be the change, you

must be the change»

• And what would be your words about dignity, if you were offered to star in this clip?- write
• Metaphorical cards – Look at the images and choose the 1-2 that you like the most.

https://photos.google.com/share/AF1QipOrpZ8jZMvYl2rSlBYqA2XY__H5t4xicKUAd4PAVJnS4HDhXkNvGnXHq11D_grPQg?key=WVBOQm9nU1ZhcnBaZUJCVkVHV25EaU54V1gzVzBn

Using the picture as a symbol / hint, think about how you understand the word “dignity”?

Write it down your ideas.

• Labels prevent us from seeing a person’s personality and dignity.

The Coca-Cola Middle East team made a video about labels and assumptions. Six strangers gathered in one room and talked about themselves. All this happened in total darkness, so everyone could form their own idea of ​​the person who was speaking. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U39xcsaiBas

Have you ever experiences labels and assumptions in your life?

Pictures with people – giving the labels

9. DIGNITY IS:

*listen respectfully to those whose ideas differ significantly from yours

own;

the feeling that your ideas have no weight;

feeling sorry for someone who has less opportunities than you;

*realization that even robbers are people;

a feeling of pity for a girl who is not allowed to go to school;

feeling that you deserve special treatment because of the material

your family’s wealth;

*an understanding that even those people who do terrible things have

dignity;

*sorry when you make a mistake;

not to trust a person because his religious beliefs are not the same as yours;

*contribute to ensuring that every person has access to food,

housing, security, opportunity and freedom;

feeling that your religion, country and customs are the best in the world;

*understanding that you are important and that your actions have weight;

*invite someone to play with you and become your friend

or girlfriend;

forgetting to praise someone for doing something very well;

*thanks for the help provided;

tell someone you don’t like them.

10 Our constitution of dignity

Our dignity is interconnected with the dignity of other people. But what does —

respect someone’s dignity? Here’s how Donna Hicks, Ph.D., explains it in ten steps

Harvard University, well-known and authoritative on the topic of dignity.

WHEN I RESPECT SOMEONE’S DIGNITY, THEN I:

1) I accept the personality and identity of a person and give him the freedom to express himself as such,

as she is, without fear of being condemned;

 2) I recognize the unique qualities of a person, his talents and way of life and appreciate his merits, contribution,

ideas and experience;

 3) make it feel that I recognize everything seen and heard by a person, react to his concerns

and what she had to go through;

 4) involve the community / company, help a person to feel part of it;

 5) I help a person feel safe — both physically and emotionally, by protecting

from fear of shame or humiliation;

 6) treat people fairly, without prejudice and inequality;

 7) I give a person a sense of freedom and independence, help him feel hope and opportunities;

 8) I seek understanding and give a person the opportunity to explain his experience and perspectives;

 9) help a person get the benefit of the doubt, starting with the fact that he has a good one

motives and acts holistically;

 10) I apologize and take responsibility if I violate the dignity of a person, I take it upon myself

commitment to change harmful, unworthy behavior.

Mark – what of this you do, and what – not. Why? By completing this task online, you can show “thumbs up” / green card if “yes” and “thumbs down” signs /

red card if “no”.

11. Dignity in our daily lives

What worthy deeds – “small” or “big” – do you do or observe every day?

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12. Гідність по-українськи

Music always reflects our reality

Грайлист гідності https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLF8MwlgxLRAb6dW23y1_PEWLrZgFJNQni

What themes were in the songs?

What feelings did you have while listening?

13. Dignity in Ukrainian

 Print out a t-shirt mockup and design it with some stickers that, in your opinion, reflects the meaning of the concept of “dignity”.

Conclusion:

• Summarize the key points discussed during the lesson, emphasizing the meaning of dignity and its importance in everyday life.
• Reiterate how respecting others and oneself contributes to a harmonious and fair society.
• Encourage students to take the principles of dignity beyond the classroom, applying them in their relationships and actions.

Example Teacher’s Closing Statement:
“Today, we explored what dignity means and why it matters. Remember, showing respect and valuing others’ rights and feelings is a choice we make every day. Let’s strive to create a world where dignity is a value we all uphold.”

Reflection Activity:

1. Think-Pair-Share: Ask students to reflect individually on the following question:
   “What is one thing you learned today that changed the way you think about dignity?”
   Then, let them share their thoughts with a partner and finally with the class.
2. Exit Tickets: Provide students with small cards where they write their responses to these questions:
   1. One word to describe what dignity means to me.
   1. One action I can take to show dignity to others.
3. Group Discussion: Encourage an open discussion where students share their reflections on the lesson and how they plan to practice dignity in real life.

Final Motivational Note:

End the class on an inspiring note by quoting a famous saying about dignity:
“Dignity does not come from power or position. It comes from respect and humanity.”

Thank the students for their participation and encourage them to continue thinking about and practicing the values discussed.

Конспект уроку складений за матеріалами путівника Усесвітнім Днем Гідності 2024 https://drive.google.com/file/d/10xA31OUVIC0eJPbGgBypgqxONTGGaHEZ/view

У рамках творчого проєкту “Літо в банці” восьмикласники реалізували цікаву ідею — створили унікальні закладки для книг із сухих квітів. Ця ініціатива не лише розкрила творчі таланти школярів, а й дозволила їм зберегти теплі спогади про літній сезон.

Проєкт “Літо в банці” став чудовим прикладом того, як поєднати творчість, природу й практичність у навчанні.