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Page 1: Preparatory Module

• Title: Creating a Safe Learning Environment

Page 2: Introduction

• Context: Participants may feel reluctant discussing sexual and reproductive health.

• Goal: Create a relaxed, encouraging, and safe learning environment through games and interactive activities.

• Key Concepts Introduced: Diversity, equality, trust, respect, and teamwork.

Page 3: Creating a Comfortable Learning Environment

• Objective: Energize and comfort participants.

• Activities include: Focus on diversity, equality, and teamwork through enjoyable activities.

• Encouragement: Everyone is invited to actively participate and prepare for learning.

Page 4: Session 0.1 - I Am Unique

• Learning Objectives:

  1. Fun introductions among participants.

  2. Identify unique traits.

• Key Topics: Individual uniqueness.

• Methodology: Self-introduction through adjectives related to names.

• Process: Participants introduce themselves with an adjective that describes them, fostering engagement.

Page 5: Learning Process for "Names and Adjectives"

• Instructions:

  • Form a circle and select a descriptive word beginning with the first letter of the name.

  • Participants act out their word and the group repeats it while mimicking the action.

• Purpose: Foster comfort by learning about each other's unique qualities.

Page 6: Session 0.2 - My Hopes and Fears

• Learning Objectives:

  1. Identify topics of interest in sexual and reproductive health.

  2. Share fears regarding discussion of these topics.

• Methodology: Small group discussions.

• Materials Needed: Large sheets of paper, markers, name tags.

Page 7: Group Discussion on Hopes and Fears

• Process:

  1. Form small groups to discuss hopes and fears about sexual health content.

  2. Assign roles for facilitation, note-taking, and reporting.

• Key Discussion Points: Acknowledge changing bodies and relationships during adolescence.

Page 8: Addressing Sexual and Reproductive Health Issues

• Current Statistics:

  • Increasing rates of adolescent pregnancies and STIs.

  • Lack of knowledge and awareness among youth regarding sexual health risks.

• Importance: Education on these issues is essential for personal development and safety.

Page 9: Empowering Adolescents

• Objectives Identified:

  • Foster positive self-image regardless of identity.

  • Encourage healthy relationships.

  • Protect against unwanted pregnancies and STIs.

• Course Structure: Four modules addressing various aspects of sexual health and personal development.

Page 10: Course Modules Breakdown

1. Module 1: Growing Up - Focus on physical changes and reproductive health.

2. Module 2: Changing Feelings - Emotional changes and self-regard.

3. Module 3: Changing Relationships - Navigating family and peer dynamics.

4. Module 4: Safety and Health in Adolescence - Skills for a healthy transition to adulthood.

Page 11: Session 0.3 - We Are the Same, We Are Different

• Learning Objectives:

  1. Acknowledge similarities and differences.

  2. Respect diverse viewpoints on sexual and reproductive health.

Page 12: Activity - The E Game

• Instructions:

  1. Observe and discuss various perspectives of the letter “E”.

  2. Explore how diverse backgrounds influence viewpoints.

• Importance: Emphasizes respect for differing opinions.

Page 13: Key Messages from Activity

• Understand diverse perspectives arise from different backgrounds.

• Each viewpoint is valuable and fosters a non-judgmental learning environment.

Page 14: Session 0.4 - We Are All Equal

• Learning Objectives:

  1. Identify power differences in society.

  2. Understand equality and respect in learning environments.

Page 15: Exploring Power, Privilege, and Inequality

• Methodology: Group discussions on experiences of privilege.

• Example Groups: Distinctions between categories like rich/poor, urban/rural, etc.

Page 16: Engaging Participants in Discussion

• Process: Voting on group placement in power/privilege columns.

• Reflection: Understand the implications of being in a privileged or non-privileged group.

Page 17: Wrap-Up Discussion

• Key Points:

  • Acknowledge discrimination faced by less privileged groups.

  • Foster a sense of equality during the course.

Page 18: Session 0.5 - Trust Me, I Trust You!

• Learning Objectives:

  1. Identify the role of trust in a learning environment.

  2. Practice trust-building activities.

Page 19: Trust-Building Activity - Moving Human Sculptures

• Instructions: Participants create poses as a team to demonstrate trust and cooperation.

Page 20: Processing the Activity

• Discussion Points: Emotions experienced during exercises, importance of trust in learning.

Page 21: Key Takeaways on Trust

• Trust facilitates openness and growth in learning environments.

• Trustworthiness involves reliability and commitment.

Page 22: Session 0.6 - Ground Rules

• Learning Objectives:

  • Establish rules to ensure a positive learning environment.

• Process: Groups create and act out rules that promote safety and comfort.

Page 23: Discussing Ground Rules

• Agreed Points:

  • Importance of confidentiality, respect, and timing in discussions.

  • Facilitating an environment where every voice is heard and valued.

Page 24: Maintaining the Ground Rules

• Wrap-Up: Importance of ground rules in fostering a safe and respectful space for learning.

Page 25: Course Closure on Ground Rules

• Messages: Ground rules help ensure safety and respect, enhancing participation.

Page 26: Session 0.7 - Let's Be a Team

• Learning Objectives:

  • Emphasize teamwork and cooperation for a safe learning environment.

• Activity: "Pass the Beat" exercise to encourage collaboration.

Page 27: Group Exercise - Pass the Beat

• Instructions: Participants pass a rhythm around the circle, promoting team dynamics.

Page 28: Debrief on Teamwork Exercise

• Reflections: Discuss feelings and observations regarding teamwork.

• Key Messages: Cooperation builds a supportive learning community, enhancing engagement.

Page 29: Endnotes

• Adaptations and sources for the activities and discussions captured in the preparation manual.

Key and Important Terms

• Diversity: The inclusion of different types of people with various backgrounds, identities, and experiences.

• Equality: The state of being equal, especially in status, rights, and opportunities.

• Trust: The firm belief in the reliability, truth, or ability of someone or something, essential for effective learning environments.

• Teamwork: The cooperative effort of a group of people working together towards a common goal.

• Self-Introduction: A method used to share personal information, traits, or feelings and promote engagement among participants.

• Hopes and Fears: A reflective exercise to identify personal interests and apprehensions regarding specific topics, particularly in sexual and reproductive health.

• Ground Rules: Established guidelines that help create a safe and respectful environment for discussion and learning.

• Trust-Building Activities: Exercises designed to foster reliability and openness among group members.

• Cooperation: Working together collaboratively to achieve a desired outcome, emphasizing the importance of teamwork.