Through this essential lesson, students develop crucial analytical and goal-setting skills that form the foundation of effective decision-making. By learning to systematically break down problems and define clear objectives, students gain practical tools they can apply to both academic challenges and real-world situations. The lesson’s focus on connecting personal values to decision-making objectives helps students make choices that align with their long-term goals and aspirations. Students emerge better equipped to face complex challenges, with improved abilities to identify root causes, consider multiple perspectives, and set measurable, achievable objectives.

This lesson plan is part of the “Developing a Decision Education Course” instructional model. To learn more about the model and to view the scope and sequence, click here.

• Analyze problems and define objectives for decision-making while considering personal values.