Yes, we know what to integrate and where to integrate. Our next problem now is how to integrate. This is indeed a problem because this is easier said than done. Values integration across the curriculum entails too much creativity on the part of the teacher. Let me talk about the daily lesson plan. In the standards of learning alone (SOL), the value/s integrated must already be very clear. In the learning content, the core value and the related value must also be articulated well together with the identification of the social orientation which reflects back to the affective SOL.
As prescribed by FAPE, there must be an introduction of the lesson, followed by interaction and then integration. In the integration part (which talks about the value/s), there should be:
- Integration across the discipline
- Core value integration
- Related value/s integration
- Reflection
- Biblical text identification
The reflection part and the biblical text identification strengthen values integration in as much as both are reflective in nature. The student goes into some sort of reflection to be able to relate the lesson of the day to real life situations and social problems.
Values integration indeed is not easy. But because we are for excellence, then it is imperative that we have to work for it. Good luck!
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