Character Counts will be one module that they can choose to take.
Students work in pairs in their modules.
They will have an opportunity in this module to learn the 6 pillars of character as defined by the Character Counts program. They will study the character traits, make an inspiration project using the traits, and correspond with an e-pal from the elementary school classrooms of collaborating teachers. I believe Character Counts is an effective tool for teaching the character traits of trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, fairness, caring and citizenship. I hope this unit will increases their awareness of how they can affect the world in a positive way by caring for others and demonstrating the above character traits. Some of the developing knowledge, skills, habits of mind, and attitudes that I expect students to gain are to access technological resources to organize their thoughts and ideas, and to respond to others questions via e-mail.