The Right to Die: Exploring Euthanasia & Assisted Dying

This resource delves into the complex and often controversial issue of Euthanasia and Assisted Dying, encouraging students to confront the ethical dilemma of ending a life to alleviate suffering. With recent developments in legislation, such as the Assisted Dying for Terminally Ill Adults Bill in England, which aims to allow terminally ill adults to request assistance in ending their lives under strict safeguards, this topic is more relevant than ever. Similarly, in the USA, various states are considering or have passed bills related to physician-assisted suicide, highlighting the ongoing debate surrounding these sensitive issues.

Tried and tested in classrooms for years, this resource offers a versatile approach to engaging students in this challenging topic. It can be utilized as a starter activity, a plenary session, or the central component of a lesson, seamlessly integrating with any existing textbook or resource.

The strength of this resource lies in its adaptability, catering to diverse learning styles and abilities. Students actively engage in sorting and organizing persuasive arguments for and against voluntary euthanasia, fostering critical thinking and debate. The activity involves students cutting out and arranging cards containing arguments, allowing them to construct their own compelling case.

This resource can be used for individual work, group discussions, or extended writing activities, making it suitable for diverse classrooms. By exploring the multifaceted issue of Euthanasia and Assisted Dying, students will gain a deeper understanding of the ethical complexities involved, especially in light of current legislative changes in both England and the USA.

In summary, this resource not only promotes critical thinking but also encourages students to engage with contemporary issues that are shaping the future of healthcare and ethics.

When you purchase this resource, you will be able to download a single page Word Document which contains a learning objective, instructions, two heading cards as well as fourteen statements that can sorted under them.

The aims of this lesson / activity are:

Theme: Moral Ethics and Philosophy
Know: What is Euthanasia?
Understand: What are the arguments for and against Euthanasia?
Evaluate: Are there any circumstances in which is acceptable to take another life?

WILF - What am I Looking For?
Identify and describe - what is Euthanasia?
Explain - the arguments for and against Euthanasia?
Analyze - Are there any circumstances in which it is acceptable to take another life?

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