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This module presents information about the many aspects of human sexuality, with respect for personal standards and family beliefs. The information is presented in a manner that will enhance student self-esteem and encourage students to practise effective decision-making skills. As in the other modules of Life Transitions 20 and 30, students evaluate sources of information in order to gather current and accurate information upon which to base informed decisions. In addition to practising their decision- making skills, students design step-by-step action plans aimed at meeting goals related to healthy sexuality. By carrying out their action plans on a day-to-day basis, students acquire and practise the skills of taking responsibility for their sexual behaviour. This module, like all the others in Life Transitions, is designed to assist students as they progress from adolescence to adulthood and from dependence to independence. Therefore, students have an opportunity to move beyond information and choices to actually making decisions and acquiring the skills to carry them out in ways that reflect sexual responsibility for self, partner and society. Abstinence is the healthiest choice for teens. Making responsible decisions and maintaining an abstinent lifestyle are compatible concepts for high school teens. You may want to present the Human Sexuality module prior to the Community Issues and Ethics module. The reason for this is that students, during the Human Sexuality module, might express interest in learning more about such issues as reproductive technology, genetic engineering and midwifery. They can delve further into such topics in the Community Issues and Ethics module. |