Overview
Imagine two students who help each other with homework not just to get good grades, but because they genuinely care about each other's learning and growth. Their friendship grows stronger as they support each other, even when school gets tough.
The Choice
Should Kofi confront Zoë about the app or not?
Quick Stats
- Grade Band
- Grades 6-8
- Reading Level
- Level 8.4
- Word Count
- 315 words
- Published
- Jun 7, 2025
The Dilemma
Kofi and Zoë have been best friends since kindergarten, always supporting each other through thick and thin. Recently, Zoë has been struggling with math, and Kofi has been helping her after school. One day, Kofi discovers that Zoë has been secretly using a math app to complete her homework without really understanding the material. Kofi knows that Zoë is under a lot of pressure to maintain her grades for the upcoming science camp, which she is really excited about. However, Kofi also believes that true friendship means helping Zoë learn and grow, not just helping her get good grades. Kofi The moment of decision has arrived.
Values in Tension
This dilemma explores the tension between two important values:
Consider how these values might conflict or complement each other in this situation.
Your Options
Confront Zoë about the app.
Ignore Zoë's use of the app.
Questions for Reflection
Take a moment to consider these questions. There are no "right" answers – the goal is to explore different perspectives and develop your own reasoning.
- 1
What would you do, and why?
- 2
Why is it important to help friends learn rather than just succeed?
- 3
How might Zoë feel if she knew Kofi was aware of her app use?
- 4
How might Aristotle advise Kofi in this situation?
- 5
Can you recall a time in your own life when you faced a somewhat similar choice or feeling? What did you do?
Did you like this dilemma?
Philosophical Perspective
Insights from Aristotle
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