Lesson Plan

Dilemma Deep Dive Plan

Students will analyze real-life dilemmas, identify possible actions and their consequences, and apply a structured four-step decision-making process to choose and justify responsible solutions.

Practicing responsible decision-making builds critical thinking, ethical reasoning, and empathy—skills that help students navigate personal and social challenges throughout life.

Audience

Time

Approach

Materials

Prep

Teacher Preparation

10 minutes

Step 1

Introduction & Framing

5 minutes

Step 2

Explore Scenarios in Groups

10 minutes

Step 3

Class Discussion

10 minutes

Step 4

Individual Worksheet Practice

10 minutes

Step 5

Reflect & Rate Exit Ticket

5 minutes

Slide Deck

What Would You Do Next?

Welcome students and introduce the session. Emphasize engagement and real-life relevance. Playful tone to build rapport.

Learning Objectives

Read each objective aloud. Ask students to paraphrase to ensure understanding.

What Is a Dilemma?

Ask: “What examples of dilemmas have you faced?” Capture responses on board.

Four-Step Decision-Making Process

Walk through each step with a brief example (e.g., choosing between studying and attending an event).

Scenario 1: Group Project Conflict

Divide students into groups of 3–4. Give them 3–4 minutes to discuss.

Scenario 2: Cheating Temptation

Encourage groups to debate honestly and list even unpopular options.

Scenario 3: Social Media Post Dilemma

Prompt groups to consider digital ethics and privacy.

Scenario 4: Peer Pressure at a Party

Highlight peer pressure dynamics and personal boundaries.

Discussion & Next Steps

Rotate presenters so each group has 1 minute to share. Tie back to the four-step process.

Lesson Plan

Dilemma Deep Dive Plan

Audience

Time

Approach

Materials

Prep

Teacher Preparation

Step 1

Introduction & Framing

Step 2

Explore Scenarios in Groups

Step 3

Class Discussion

Step 4

Individual Worksheet Practice

Step 5

Reflect & Rate Exit Ticket

Slide Deck

What Would You Do Next?

Learning Objectives

What Is a Dilemma?

Four-Step Decision-Making Process

Scenario 1: Group Project Conflict

Scenario 2: Cheating Temptation

Scenario 3: Social Media Post Dilemma

Scenario 4: Peer Pressure at a Party

Discussion & Next Steps

Worksheet

Cool Down

What Would You Do Next

Christine Santamaria