Module 1
KEEN “AWARENESS” TRAINING
Weeks 1 and 2
- Safer side of the street and why
Which side of the street is safer?
Why is that side safer than the other side?
2. Blind spots
Why do you think they called “blind spots?”
Name some blind spots.
Where are the blind spots around the school?
Where are some blind spots near your home?
3. Safer place to walk and why
Why is it safer to walk in the middle of the sidewalk?
4. Shopping malls
What should you do if you feel you are being followed in a mall?
What should you do if you feel you are being followed to your car when leaving the mall?
What should you do if you suddenly hear gunshots at the mall?
What should you do if you are approached by bullies while shopping at the mall, or any other public place?
5. Being followed, in general
(See number 4 above)
6. Diversions and the element of surprise
Demonstrate some diversion and element of surprise techniques
7. Use of objects
Name some objects that can be used against a bully.
When should we use these objects?
When should we NOT use any objects against a bully?
8. Physical fitness
Why can being physically fit be helpful in a bullying situation?
What are some ways to daily work on becoming physically fit?
- They are to plan, practice, and present a role-play about being keenly aware.
- Divide students into 6 groups
- Give each group a number between 1-6
Allow 10-15 minutes for their preparation.
After a team presents their role-play, the class is to guess which of the above topics was displayed. That team can then explain what they were expressing within their role-play, if necessary.
- After all six have been completed, the class can vote on the best role-play, but they are not allowed to vote for their own team!