Sexuality Education Programme

The Real Self

(Part 1)

1

(60 mins)

·         know how one’s perception of his body is linked to personal experiences and the sources of information that are taken in

·         recognise that one’s self-perception is influenced by his perception of his body

·         know strategies to develop healthy/positive perception of one’s body

Term 3 Week 4

Lessons about Love (Part 1)

2

(60 mins)

·         recognise the importance of cultivating friendships with members of the same and opposite sex

·         recognise what constitutes healthy and unhealthy relationships

·         recognise the influence of peers on oneself and one’s value system

·         distinguish between various types of love

·         know that the underlying value for healthy relationships is respect

Term 3 Week 5

3

(60 mins)

·         recognise the importance of developing a friendship before committing to a romantic relationship

·         recognise what dating involves

·         know the different levels of physical intimacy in a relationship

·         know that certain public displays of affection are not considered appropriate behaviour in our society

·         recognise that it is important to seek their family’s views, beliefs and expectations with regard to dating and romantic relationships in teenage years

Term 3 Week 9

“Familiar” Strangers Alert

(Part 1)

4

(60 mins)

·         reflect on the reasons for people to use social networking sites to make friends or to engage their existing friends

·         know the usefulness and dangers of making friends over social networking platforms

·         recognise that the media can influence the way people think, feel and behave

·         identify ways to protect themselves from negative influences from the media

Term 4 Week 2

5 – Part 1

(30 mins)

·         know the physiological, psychological and social impact of sexual abuse on the individual

·         recognise the provision  of Singapore laws that serves to protect teenagers from sexual perpetrators and persecute those who have committed such crimes

·         identify sources to seek help and support

Term 4 Week 1

5 – Part 2

Main Task

(30 mins)

Description of the Main Task:

·        Students are to work on the main task in groups of 4 or 5

·      Groups will describe how the media can influence relationships (with self, peers, and the  opposite sex)

·       Groups can choose to present this in the form of a song, short 1-min video, rap, poster or  any other preferred mode

Term 4 Week 1

Secondary 2

At the Crossroads

(Part 1)

9

(60 mins)

·         describe what pornography is, and why people view pornographic materials

·         examine the effects of pornography on self and others

·         know what masturbation is, and its relation to pornography

·         recognise the harmful consequences of excessive masturbation

·         recognise that they are able to make responsible decisions to manage their sexual desires

·         know appropriate sources to obtain accurate information about sex

Term 2 Week 4

10

(60 mins)

·         know/define what gender role is

·         know the influence of family, culture and society on one’s perception of his/her gender role

·         appreciate/ affirm one’s own unique qualities and characteristics as a male or female

·         know/define what sexual orientation (heterosexuality and homosexuality) is

·         recognise the need to treat people with respect regardless of their sexual orientation

Term 3 Week 4

Lessons about Love (Part 2)

6

(60 mins)

·         identify why relationships break down

·         identify the emotions that accompany the breakdown of a relationship

·         know healthy ways of coping with rejections and breakups

·         recognise the need to be respectful and responsible in ending a relationship

·         know ways to seek support when going through a breakdown of relationship and offer support for those going through the same

Term 3 Week 8

7

(60 mins)

&

8 – Part 1

(30 mins)

·         recognise the sources of temptation and situations that lead to pre-marital sex

·         resist pressure to engage in sexual activities

·         know the consequences of engaging in pre-marital sex

·         recognise that respect and responsible decision making are important in relationships

·         recognise the value of sexual abstinence

·         identify sources to seek help and support when faced  with teenage pregnancy

Term 4 Week 1

8 – Part 2

Main Task

(30 mins)

Description of the Main Task:

·         In groups, students will choose 1 out of 3 given scenarios.

·         Through the chosen scenario, students will share

o   the consequences of pre-marital sex

o   the value of abstinence before marriage

o   skills to say ‘no’ to temptations or pressure to have sex

·         Depending on the scenario chosen, groups can present the above through a short skit / presentation, song lyrics/ poem, or a comic strip / poster, or other preferred modes.

·        At the end of all the presentations, students are to assess and reflect upon their own learning using a reflection form.

Term 4 Week 2

Secondary 3

The Real

Self

(Part 2)

4

(60 mins)

·         evaluate the norms of acceptability for public display of affection

·         recognise how new media has shaped public perception of acceptability of public display of affection

·         identify the strengths and limitations of new media in allowing people to develop serious relationships

·         recognise how new media has influenced relationship building both positively and negatively

·         appreciate the value of face-to-face relationships

Term 1 Week 10

Lessons

about

Love

(Part 3)

1

(60 mins)

·         recognise what constitutes responsible dating

·         evaluate if a dating relationship is healthy or unhealthy

·         demonstrate competencies in managing emotions in dating and romantic relationships

Term 3 Week 5

2

(60 mins)

·         recognise differences in perspectives of dating and romantic relationships

·         evaluate one’s readiness for romantic relationships

·         recognise challenges that occur in the context of a relationship

·         examine how our response to emotions can affect relationships positively or negatively

Term 3 Week 7

3

(60 mins)

·         recognise the different levels of physical intimacy in a relationship

·         know the progressive nature of actions that lead to sexual arousal and intercourse

·         recognise that one may unintentionally invite sexual intimacy through one’s verbal and non-verbal behaviour

Term 3 Week 8

5 – Part 1

(30 mins)

·         recognise the importance of having healthy self-esteem that is not affected by external influences

·         demonstrate strategies to identify and evaluate sources that contribute towards healthy self-esteem

·         recognise the importance of self-esteem in building friendships Identity and healthy relationships

Term 4 Week 2

5 – Part 2

(30 mins)

Description of the Main Task:

·         Students are to work in groups of 4 or 5.

·         Each group will present the positive and negative messages about self-image received from a chosen source (peers, teachers, families or the media) and share tips on managing the negative messages.

·         Groups can represent their learning through a blog, a poster presentation, an article for a teenage magazine, a role-play, a letter of response from Aunt Agony, a pamphlet or other preferred modes.

·         At the end of all the presentations, students are to assess and reflect upon their own learning using a reflection form.

Term 4 Week 2