Lesson Plan | Traditional Methodology | Violence and its Manifestations

Objectives

Duration: (10 - 15 minutes)

This stage aims to ensure that students understand the scope of the topic of violence and its manifestations. By defining and clarifying the main objectives, students will be better prepared to follow the lecture, understand the concepts presented, and apply this knowledge in future discussions and activities. Clarity in the objectives also facilitates a more focused and directed learning.

Main Objectives

1. Understand the various manifestations of violence in society, including physical, psychological, moral, sexual, and property violence.

2. Identify and recognize clear and direct examples of each type of violence addressed.

3. Develop the ability to directly address the problem of violence in society.

Introduction

Duration: (10 - 15 minutes)

The purpose of this stage is to place students in the context of violence and its manifestations, awakening their interest and demonstrating the relevance of the topic. By presenting curiosities and impactful facts, the goal is to engage students from the beginning, facilitating their understanding and retention of the content that will be covered in the following lesson.

Context

To introduce the topic of the lesson on violence and its manifestations, it is essential to start by contextualizing violence as a social phenomenon present in all societies throughout history. Explain that violence can manifest in various forms and in different contexts, from armed conflicts between nations to situations of domestic violence. Emphasize that violence is not limited to physical acts, but can also be psychological, moral, sexual, and property-related. Highlight that understanding the various forms of violence is crucial for identifying and combating these acts in everyday life, promoting a fairer and safer society.

Curiosities

Did you know that violence is one of the leading causes of death among young people aged 15 to 29 worldwide? Moreover, studies show that domestic violence significantly increased during confinement periods, such as during the COVID-19 pandemic, highlighting the need to discuss and understand this issue in the current context.

Development

Duration: (50 - 60 minutes)

The purpose of this stage of the lesson plan is to provide a detailed and comprehensive understanding of the different forms of violence, allowing students to recognize and differentiate each one. By addressing each type of violence with clear and direct examples, the goal is to raise students' awareness of the importance of identifying and combating these practices in society. The proposed questions encourage critical reflection and the application of acquired knowledge, promoting active and contextualized learning.

Covered Topics

1. Physical Violence: Explain that physical violence involves the intentional use of physical force against another person, resulting in bodily injury, pain, or incapacitation. Examples include assaults, beatings, homicides, and domestic violence. Use statistical data to illustrate the prevalence of this type of violence in society. 2. Psychological Violence: Detail that psychological violence includes actions that cause emotional and mental harm to a person. This can involve humiliation, intimidation, threats, and manipulation. It is important to highlight that this type of violence can be as harmful as physical violence, affecting the mental health and well-being of victims. 3. Moral Violence: Describe moral violence as actions aimed at denigrating a person's reputation and dignity. This can include slander, defamation, and insults. Provide examples of how moral violence can occur both in physical and digital environments, such as through social media. 4. Sexual Violence: Explain that sexual violence involves any action that coerces or forces a person to participate in sexual acts against their will. This includes rape, sexual abuse, and sexual harassment. Emphasize the severity and profound impact of this type of violence on victims, along with discussing the importance of consent. 5. Property Violence: Detail that property violence involves the destruction, subtraction, or retention of another person's goods and properties with the intention of causing harm. Examples include vandalism, theft, and retention of personal documents. Explain how this type of violence can be used as a means of control and oppression, especially in contexts of domestic violence.

Classroom Questions

1. 1. What are the main types of violence discussed in the lesson, and how can each manifest in society? 2. 2. Provide examples of situations where psychological violence can be as or more harmful than physical violence. Justify your answer. 3. 3. How can property violence be used as a form of control in abusive relationships? Provide examples and discuss the potential consequences for the victim.

Questions Discussion

Duration: (20 - 25 minutes)

The purpose of this stage is to consolidate learning, allowing students to apply and discuss the knowledge acquired in a critical and contextualized manner. By engaging students in active discussion, it promotes reflection on the relevance of the topic and internalization of concepts, as well as encourages empathy and awareness of the importance of combating violence in all its forms.

Discussion

• Discussion of Questions:

• 1. What are the main types of violence discussed in the lesson, and how can each manifest in society?
• • Physical Violence: Includes assaults, beatings, homicides, and domestic violence. It manifests through the intentional use of physical force.
• • Psychological Violence: Involves humiliation, intimidation, threats, and manipulation. Can cause emotional and mental harm.
• • Moral Violence: Includes slander, defamation, and insults, both in physical and digital environments.
• • Sexual Violence: Involves coerced sexual acts, such as rape and sexual abuse. Emphasizes the importance of consent.
• • Property Violence: Involves the destruction or retention of goods, such as vandalism and theft, often used as a form of control.
• 2. Provide examples of situations where psychological violence can be as or more harmful than physical violence. Justify your answer.
• • Examples may include abusive relationships where the victim is constantly humiliated or threatened, leading to serious mental health issues such as depression and anxiety.
• • Justification: Psychological violence can destroy the victim's self-esteem and emotional stability, resulting in traumas that can last a lifetime, often without leaving visible marks.
• 3. How can property violence be used as a form of control in abusive relationships? Provide examples and discuss the potential consequences for the victim.
• • Examples include controlling money, destroying personal documents, or valuable sentimental items.
• • Consequences: The victim may be forced to remain in the abusive relationship due to financial dependence or loss of essential belongings, exacerbating the cycle of abuse.

Student Engagement

1. Student Engagement: 2. Ask students if they can identify examples of violence in the media and discuss how these examples fit into the categories explained. 3. Encourage students to reflect on why some forms of violence are more visible and discussed in society than others. 4. Encourage students to share personal experiences or observations (anonymously, if preferred) about violence and how they were treated or perceived in their communities. 5. Question: How can we, as a society, work to prevent and combat each type of violence discussed?

Conclusion

Duration: (10 - 15 minutes)

The purpose of this stage of the lesson plan is to summarize and consolidate the content presented, reinforcing the main points addressed during the lesson. This ensures that students leave with a clear and integrated understanding of the topic, ready to apply this knowledge in future discussions and in their own lives.

Summary

• Understanding the various manifestations of violence in society: physical, psychological, moral, sexual, and property.
• Identifying clear and direct examples of each type of violence.
• Discussing the importance of recognizing and combating violence in all its forms.

The lesson connected theory with practice by providing real examples and statistical data on each type of violence, as well as discussing everyday situations and presenting ways to prevent and combat it. This allowed students to understand how theory applies to the real world and their own lives.

The topic of violence is extremely relevant to students' daily lives, as violence can directly affect their lives and communities. Understanding the different forms of violence and their consequences helps create a more aware and prepared society to face and combat these issues. Furthermore, discussing violence promotes empathy and awareness of the importance of mutual respect and safety.