Objective
By the end of this lesson, the student will be able to effectively communicate by using interpersonal conventions and language to extend and elaborate ideas for social and learning interactions.
Materials and Prep
- Pen and paper
- Internet access (optional)
No prior knowledge is required for this lesson.
Activities
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Activity 1: Role Play
Have the student engage in a role play scenario where they need to communicate effectively with another person. This could be a conversation between friends, a customer service interaction, or any other relevant scenario. Encourage the student to use appropriate interpersonal conventions and language to extend and elaborate their ideas during the role play.
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Activity 2: Debate
Choose a topic of interest to the student and have them engage in a debate. Encourage the student to use persuasive language and interpersonal conventions to extend and elaborate their ideas during the debate. Provide feedback and guidance as needed.
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Activity 3: Storytelling
Ask the student to create a story using their imagination. They should focus on using interpersonal conventions and language to extend and elaborate their ideas while telling the story. The student can write the story on paper or orally share it with you.
Talking Points
- "Interpersonal conventions refer to the social norms and expectations that govern communication between individuals."
- "To extend and elaborate ideas means to provide additional details, examples, or explanations to make your point clearer and more comprehensive."
- "When engaging in social interactions, it is important to use appropriate language and conventions to ensure effective communication."
- "In learning interactions, using interpersonal conventions and language can help you express your thoughts and ideas more effectively, leading to better understanding and collaboration."