1. Maslow’s Hierarchy of Human Needs
Connections to the movie Cast Away,
starring Tom Hanks and Wilson.

2. Unit Terms Need Esteem Self-Actualization Stability Security Affection
Acceptance
Companionship 
Growth
Metacognition
Approval
Ethical
Potential
Compassionate
Humanity
Crisis
Maslow’s Hierarchy of Human Needs
Temperament

4. Human Development The process of growing into maturity
Development is described in three domains, but growth
in one domain influences the other domains.
Physical Domain:
body size, body proportions, appearance, brain development, motor development, perception capacities, physical health.
Cognitive Domain:
thought processes and intellectual abilities including attention, memory, problem solving, imagination, creativity, academic and everyday knowledge, metacognition, and language.
Social/Emotional Domain:
self-knowledge (self-esteem, metacognition, sexual identity, ethnic identity), moral reasoning, understanding and expression of emotions, self-regulation, temperament, understanding others, interpersonal skills, and friendships.

5. Understanding Growth and Development
What is a theory?
Orderly set of ideas which describe, explain, and predict behavior.
Why are theories important?
To give meaning to what we observe.
As a basis for action -- finding ways to improve the lives and education of children

6. Abraham Maslow
A Psychologist who was interested in human potential, seeking peak experiences and improving mental health.

7. What Motivates you?
Take the next 45 seconds and discuss with your partner(s) the things that motivate you.
Rank your top 3 motivators.

8. Maslow’s Theory Esteem Love and Belonging Safety and Security Physical
Self-Actualization
Esteem
Love and Belonging
Safety and Security
Physical

9. Physical Needs Physical Food Sleep Exercise Shelter Water Air
Some may want to delete the word sex, depending on teacher’s comfort level and maturity of students.
Physical

10. Safety and Security Needs
Stability Freedom from Danger Financial Security Personal Safety Windows and Doors with Locks
Safety and Security

11. Love and Belonging Needs
Affection Approval Companionship Acceptance
Love and Belonging

12. Esteem Needs Esteem Self Respect Pride Meaningful Career
Respect from others
Self Respect
Pride
Meaningful Career
Esteem

13. Self-Actualization Self- Actualization
Fulfilling one’s potential Concern for Humanity Ethical Compassionate Creative
Self-
Actualization

14. Reflection
Where are your top three motivators on the Needs Pyramid?

15. The Theory
First concern is to fulfill the lowest level of unsatisfied need
Motivation to satisfy needs produces growth
When need is met, it becomes less important and the next level of need becomes the focus
If needs are not met, misbehavior or mental illness may occur
During crisis decisions will be made to secure basic needs

16. Making the Connection with Film

17. Youtube video demonstrating…
Maslow according to Movies Video Clip

18. What do you think?
Write a reflection on the ideas discussed in the YouTube video.
Describe a movie that you have noticed the Hierarchy of Needs being displayed.
If you have viewed any of the films shown at the end, how do you feel the creator of the video has connected Maslow to the film?

19. Connection to Castaway
Chuck had everything until the crash. Now he is on an uninhabited island and is working to meet his basic human needs. Watch the following clip.
Cast Away Introduction.

20. Connection to Cast Away
In the movie Cast Away, Chuck has to supply his basic physical needs with things he finds on the island; like coconuts, fish & crabs (raw at first), gather water and create a shelter tent.
Physical

21. Connection to Castaway
Chuck’s life changes forever. His safety and security is taken away. Watch the Plane Crash
Safety and Security

22. Connection to Castaway
Chuck has family and friends that love him. Before the accident Chuck gave his girlfriend an engagement ring and then said, I'll be right back!
Love and Belonging

23. Connection to Cast Away
Fire means a lot to Chuck. It is a signal for search planes and no more raw food! I HAVE MADE FIRE!
Esteem

24. Connection to Castaway
What areas of Maslow’s Hierarchy of Human Needs do you see in this clip: Never Again, Never Again

25. Connection to Castaway
Would you be brave enough to sail away from the island? Escape to Sea

26. Connection to Cast Away
During crisis decisions will be made to secure basic needs: I'm Sorry Wilson! What would you do?

27. Connection to Cast Away
What would you do if you were Standing at the Crossroads

28. If you were Chuck, what would you do next? Time to Reflect
After watching this last clip, please write a reflection answer to the following question:
If you were Chuck,
what would you do next?