AFFECTIVE DOMAIN

RECEIVING
Receiving is the lowest level of the affective domain. It is simply the
awareness of feelings and emotions. It involves passively paying
attention and being aware of the existence of certain ideas, material,
or phenomena. Without this level, no learning can occur. If
information is never received and cannot be remembered.

Examples:
• Listens attentively
• Demonstrates an understanding of the importance of learning
 RESPONDING

• Examples:
• Completes assigned homework
• Participates in class discussions
• Volunteers for tasks
• Shows interest in the subject
• Helps others (when requested)
• Asks relevant questions
• Contributes material for the bulletin board and school newspaper
 VALUING

• Shows concern for the welfare of others

• Demonstrates a positive problem solving attitude
• Offers help to others (without being requested)
• Shares material with others
• Encourages other students in the class
• Asks permission before using another student's materials
 ORGANIZING
Organizing involves putting together different values, information, and ideas then
relating them to already held beliefs to bring it into an internally consistent philosophy.
Essentially, it is ability to prioritize one value over another and create a unique value
system. The focus of this level is on comparing, relating, and assessing values to create
that unique value system.

Examples:
• Acknowledges and accepts his own strengths and weaknesses
• Formulates a life plan consistent with his abilities, interests, and beliefs
• Formulates well-constructed rationale
• Considers the needs of others in addition to personal needs
• Considers the pros and cons of a situation before making a decision
 CHARACTERIZING

This is the highest of the affective domain. It is about internalizing values.

It means acting consistently in accordance with the set of values you have
internalized and your characterization or philosophy about life. Essentially,
you internalize values and let them control or guide your behavior.

Examples:
• Demonstrates self confidence when working independently
• Cooperates in group activities
• Shows punctuality and self discipline