Who Dares? (Who is willing to? Is there a volunteer?)
Mental
Author: Aleix Barrera, Diego Castro & David Rodriguez-Gomez
Facilitated by the teacher
The aim is to convey the idea that it is easier to be motivated and to participate when we know what is expected of us.
20-30 mins
15 students
Whiteboard
Steps
- The teacher asks for a number of volunteers (approx 3 – 4 people). This number will be dependent on the size of the group.
- The teacher explains that this activity will generate a debate about motivations, resistance and fears etc. - it is not about participating in a specific game or task.
- The students explain their motivations for volunteering e.g. what they wanted to achieve by doing so.
- The students who did not volunteer should also explain their thoughts and why they did not volunteer.
- The students take note of all the comments and review them.
Reflection
This activity shows that commitment is a clear indicator of our motivation. When we are motivated, our level of commitment is very high. We can only commit ourselves without reservation to what is clear to us.
Inspiration