Lesson Plan
Quick Chat Session Guide
Students will engage in scaffolded conversational exchanges to practice turn-taking, asking questions, and active listening skills in a 25-minute small-group session.
Building pragmatic language skills helps students communicate more effectively with peers, boosts confidence, and supports social inclusion in academic and real-world contexts.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Materials
5 minutes
Step 1
Warm-Up Discussion
3 minutes
Step 2
Review Turn-Taking Slides
5 minutes
Step 3
Rapid-Fire Practice
7 minutes
Step 4
Partner Prompt Swap
7 minutes
Step 5
Group Reflection
3 minutes

Slide Deck
Turn-Taking Rules
What is Turn-Taking?
Rule 1: Wait Your Turn
Rule 2: Use Polite Phrases
Rule 3: Signal You’re Finished
Example Conversation

Worksheet


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