Lesson Plan
Nonverbal Skills Outline
In this 20-minute individualized session, the student will accurately identify and interpret three common nonverbal cues (facial expression, posture, gesture) and practice using these cues through mirroring and tracking exercises.
Nonverbal signals shape how we connect and convey empathy. Strengthening these skills boosts social awareness, deepens relationships, and improves real-world interactions.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Session Preparation
5 minutes
Step 1
Introduction & Objectives
2 minutes
Step 2
Body Language Clip Viewing
5 minutes
Step 3
Mirroring Exercise
5 minutes
Step 4
Feedback Forum Discussion
4 minutes
Step 5
Signal Tracking Practice
3 minutes
Step 6
Wrap-Up & Reflection
1 minute
Slide Deck
Understanding Nonverbal Cues
Reflecting on the Clips
Activity
Lesson Plan
Nonverbal Skills Outline
In this 20-minute individualized session, the student will accurately identify and interpret three common nonverbal cues (facial expression, posture, gesture) and practice using these cues through mirroring and tracking exercises.
Nonverbal signals shape how we connect and convey empathy. Strengthening these skills boosts social awareness, deepens relationships, and improves real-world interactions.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Session Preparation
5 minutes
Step 1
Introduction & Objectives
2 minutes
Step 2
Body Language Clip Viewing
5 minutes
Step 3
Mirroring Exercise
5 minutes
Step 4
Feedback Forum Discussion
4 minutes
Step 5
Signal Tracking Practice
3 minutes
Step 6
Wrap-Up & Reflection
1 minute
Discussion
Worksheet
