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Express Yourself: Communication Skills

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Karen Rainwater

Tier 1

Lesson Plan

Express Yourself: Communication Skills

Improve communication skills

This lesson focuses on enhancing students' communication skills by teaching them how to express themselves clearly and listen actively. Through engaging role-playing activities and exercises, students will practice both verbal and non-verbal communication techniques. This lesson is crucial for developing students' ability to convey their thoughts and understand others, which are essential skills for personal and academic success.

Audience

9th Grade Students

Time

1 hour

Approach

Improve communication skills

Materials

Discussion Questions, Role-Playing Scenarios, Communication Skills Worksheet, and Pens and Paper

Step 1

Introduction

10 mins

  • Begin with a brief discussion on the importance of communication skills in daily life.
  • Ask students to share examples of good and poor communication they have experienced.

Step 2

Role-Playing Activity

20 mins

  • Divide students into pairs and assign each pair a role-playing scenario.
  • Scenarios should involve common communication challenges (e.g., misunderstanding, giving feedback).
  • Each pair acts out their scenario, focusing on clear expression and active listening.

Step 3

Group Discussion

10 mins

  • Reconvene as a class and discuss the role-playing experiences.
  • Use the prepared discussion questions to guide the conversation.
  • Encourage students to reflect on what strategies worked well and what could be improved.

Step 4

Communication Skills Worksheet

15 mins

  • Distribute the Communication Skills Worksheet.
  • Students complete the worksheet individually, focusing on identifying key communication techniques.
  • Discuss answers as a class, highlighting effective strategies.

Step 5

Closure

5 mins

  • Summarize the key points learned about effective communication.
  • Encourage students to practice these skills in their daily interactions.
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Discussion

Discussion Questions

A set of questions to guide a class discussion on communication skills.

What are some examples of effective communication you've experienced?

Encourage students to think about both verbal and non-verbal communication.







How can misunderstandings be avoided in communication?

Discuss the importance of clarity and active listening.







Why is it important to listen actively when communicating?

Highlight the role of listening in understanding and responding appropriately.







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Worksheet

Communication Skills Worksheet

A worksheet to help students identify and practice key communication techniques.

List three verbal communication techniques that help in expressing yourself clearly.

Consider tone, clarity, and choice of words.







Describe two non-verbal communication techniques that can enhance understanding.

Think about body language and facial expressions.







What is active listening and why is it important?

Focus on the process of listening and responding.







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