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Communicate & Conquer

Lesson Plan

Communicate & Conquer

Effective communication skills

This lesson is designed for a high school student with social anxiety to develop effective communication skills and strategies to overcome obstacles. Through a guided self-reflection activity and a personalized worksheet, the student will practice expressing themselves and identifying barriers to communication. This lesson is crucial for building confidence and fostering a supportive environment for the student to explore their thoughts and feelings, with a strong emphasis on real-life application.

Audience

High School Student with Social Anxiety

Time

15 minutes

Approach

Experiential Learning, Blended Learning, Project-Based Learning

Materials

Worksheet: Communication Reflection, and Guided Activity Instructions

Step 1

Introduction

2 minutes

  • Introduce the topic of effective communication and its importance in everyday life.
  • Explain that today's session will focus on practicing these skills in a safe and supportive environment.

Step 2

Guided Self-Reflection Activity

8 minutes

  • Present the student with a real-life scenario relevant to high school students, such as:
    • Asking a teacher for an extension on a project: Discuss how to approach the teacher, what to say, and how to express the reasons for needing more time.
    • Discussing a group project with classmates: Explore how to communicate roles and responsibilities clearly, and how to address any conflicts that arise.
    • Inviting a friend to a social event: Consider how to express the invitation in a way that is welcoming and considerate of the friend's feelings.
  • Guide the student through imagining the interaction, focusing on clear communication and active listening.
  • Discuss what strategies might be effective and what obstacles they might face.

Step 3

Worksheet Completion

3 minutes

  • Provide the 'Communication Reflection' worksheet.
  • Ask the student to reflect on the guided activity by answering the questions on the worksheet.
  • Encourage them to think about how they can apply these skills in real-life situations, such as school, social events, or family interactions.

Step 4

Closure

2 minutes

  • Invite the student to share any reflections or insights from the worksheet.
  • Reinforce the importance of practicing communication skills and overcoming obstacles in real-life situations.
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Worksheet

Communication Reflection Worksheet

This worksheet helps the student reflect on their communication experience during the guided activity. It encourages them to think about what they learned and how they can apply these skills in the future.

What was the scenario you imagined?

Briefly describe the situation.







What communication strategies did you consider using?








What obstacles did you anticipate during the scenario?








How can you overcome these obstacles in real-life situations?








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Guided Activity Instructions

Instructions for the guided self-reflection activity, including scenario examples and discussion prompts.

Guided Activity Instructions

  1. Scenario Presentation: Present a real-life communication scenario relevant to high school students, such as:
    • Asking a teacher for an extension on a project: Discuss how to approach the teacher, what to say, and how to express the reasons for needing more time.
    • Discussing a group project with classmates: Explore how to communicate roles and responsibilities clearly, and how to address any conflicts that arise.
    • Inviting a friend to a social event: Consider how to express the invitation in a way that is welcoming and considerate of the friend's feelings.
  2. Guided Reflection: Encourage the student to imagine the scenario, focusing on clear communication and active listening.
  3. Discussion: Discuss:
    • What communication strategies might be effective?
    • What obstacles might they face?
    • How did they feel imagining the scenario?
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