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The Art of Conversation

Lesson Plan

The Art of Conversation

Develop conversation skills

In this lesson, students will learn the basics of having face-to-face conversations, including making eye contact, listening actively, and responding appropriately. They'll engage in role-playing activities to practice their skills in a supportive environment. This lesson is important as it helps students build essential communication skills that are crucial for social interactions and future success.

Audience

6th Grade Students

Time

45 mins

Approach

Develop conversation skills

Materials

Discussion Questions, Role-Playing Scenarios, Worksheet: Conversation Skills, and Printable Cards: Conversation Starters

Step 1

Introduction

5 mins

  • Begin with a brief discussion on the importance of conversation skills.
  • Ask students to share their experiences with face-to-face conversations.

Step 2

Discussion on Conversation Skills

10 mins

  • Use the Discussion Questions to guide a conversation about key skills: eye contact, active listening, and appropriate responses.
  • Encourage students to share examples and thoughts.

Step 3

Role-Playing Activity

15 mins

  • Divide students into pairs and provide each pair with a Role-Playing Scenario.
  • Instruct students to practice the conversation skills discussed.
  • Rotate pairs to practice with different partners.

Step 4

Worksheet Activity

10 mins

  • Distribute the Worksheet: Conversation Skills.
  • Have students complete the worksheet individually, focusing on identifying and reflecting on conversation skills.

Step 5

Closure

5 mins

  • Gather students for a final discussion.
  • Ask students to share what they learned and how they can apply these skills in real life.
  • Collect worksheets and provide feedback.
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Discussion

Discussion Questions

A set of questions to guide a discussion on conversation skills.

Why is making eye contact important in a conversation?

Discuss how eye contact shows attentiveness and respect.







What does active listening look like?

Explore behaviors like nodding, summarizing, and asking questions.







How can you respond appropriately in a conversation?

Talk about matching tone, showing empathy, and staying on topic.







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Worksheet

Role-Playing Scenarios

Cards with different conversation scenarios for role-playing activities.




Scenario 1: Meeting a new student at school.







Scenario 2: Asking a teacher for help with homework.







Scenario 3: Discussing a group project with classmates.







Scenario 4: Talking to a friend about a shared interest.




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Worksheet

Worksheet: Conversation Skills

A worksheet to help students reflect on and identify key conversation skills.

List three ways to show you are actively listening.








Describe a time when you had a successful conversation. What made it successful?








What is one thing you can improve in your conversation skills?








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