WEST CHESTER UNIVERSITY LESSON PLAN TEMPLATE

Lesson Day Lesson 1: Communication

Note: It is important to note that this lesson is designed for periods in a
block schedule (83 minutes) and could be completed over two-to-three-
day span if not in a block schedule.
How will this lesson support the learning goal? Students will be able to identify different forms of communication skills and apply
(1c: Setting Instructional Outcomes) those skills to a teacher created social interaction. Students will be able to
identify an area of need in their own communication skills from the pre-
assessment. Students will be able to identify where in their life they will
use communication skills and how it can be beneficial to their own lives
to be an effective communicator.
PA Standards and Other Appropriate Professional Standards Standard - 13.2.11.E
(1c: Setting Instructional Outcomes) Demonstrate, in the career acquisition process, the application of
essential workplace skills/knowledge, such as, but not limited to:
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pageId=11 · Commitment
· Communication
List the Pennsylvania Standard(s) relevant for this lesson
· Dependability
· Health/safety
· Laws and regulations (that is Americans With
Disabilities Act, child labor laws, Fair Labor Standards
Act, OSHA, Material Safety Data Sheets)
· Personal initiative
· Self-advocacy
· Scheduling/time management
· Team building
· Technical literacy
· Technology
ISTE (Technology) Standards (IF APPROPRIATE)
(1c: Setting Instructional Outcomes) 2.3. Citizen Teachers inspire students to positively contribute and
responsibly participate in the digital world. Teachers:
www.iste.org / ISTE Standards for Educators
When addressing this section, you should include the standard number and the 2.2.a. Create experiences for learners to make positive, socially
sub-component (e.g., 3a, 4a-c, etc.). Also, explain how the unit or lesson responsible contributions and exhibit empathetic behavior online that
explicitly incorporates at least one standard (standard 3-7 only). Describe build relationships and community
where in the learning plan there will be evidence that the standard selected
will be integrated into the learning experience.
 Objective(s)  Students will be able to identify different forms of communication skills and
(1c: Setting Instructional Outcomes) apply those skills to a teacher created social interaction.
 Students will be able to identify an area of need in their own
Taking into consideration the learning goal, what is the objective(s)
of this lesson that will support the progress toward the learning goal? communication skills from the pre-assessment.
 Students will be to identify where in their life they will use
The statement should be directly observable (use verbs that can be measured). communication skills and how it can be beneficial to their own
lives to be an effective communicator.
Academic Language Relationship skills - The ability to establish and maintain healthy and
(1a: Demonstrating Knowledge of Content and Pedagogy) rewarding relationships with diverse individuals and groups. This
includes communicating clearly, listening actively, cooperating,
resisting inappropriate social pressure, negotiating conflict
constructively, and seeking and offering help when needed. [14]

Responsible decision-making - The ability to make constructive and

respectful choices about personal behavior and social interactions based
on consideration of ethical standards, safety concerns, social norms, the
realistic evaluation of consequences of various actions, and the well-
being of self and others. [15]

Empathy - The capacity to understand or feel what another person is

experiencing from within their frame of reference, that is, the capacity
to place oneself in another's position. [18]

Collaboration - The process of two or more people, entities or

organizations working together to complete a task or achieve a
goal. [21]

Communication skills - This is defined as the transmission of a

message that involves the shared understanding between the contexts in
which the communication takes place. Communication skills involve
listening and speaking as well as reading and writing [23]
SEL: Relationship Skills Website (teacher created)
Materials/Resources Google Slides (teacher created)
(1d: Demonstrating Knowledge of Resources) Communication Self-Reflection Assessment
Toothpicks, Marshmallows, tape
Communication YouTube Video
Nearpod: Communication
Communication Self-Reflection Google Form
 Anticipatory Set
(1a: Demonstrating Knowledge of Content and Pedagogy) *Bell Ringer: Communication Question
*Pre-Assessment Communication Form (Post-assessment will be given
____ minutes
during Module 1: 3rd lesson)
How will you set the purpose and help students learn why today’s lesson is
important to them as learners?
How will you pique the interest or curiosity regarding the lesson topic?
How will you build on students’ prior knowledge?
How will you introduce and explain the strategy/concept or skill?
Provide detailed steps
*Activity: Building the tallest building with toothpick, marshmallows,
Instructional Activities and 2 pieces of tape (There is a catch you can’t talk to your partners.
(1a: Demonstrating Knowledge of Content and Pedagogy; You can communicate even many different forms but, in this activity,
1e: Designing Coherent Instruction) you can’t talk) (Set a timer: 15 minutes)
Exploration (Model): How will students explore the new concepts? How will *Discussion: What was difficult about the activity, what do you feel
you model or provide explicit instruction? your team did well, what are areas you as individual need to work on
when communicating in a group, what would you do different next
Guided Practice: How will you provide support to students as they apply the time?
new concept? How will you allow them to practice (with teacher support)?
*Communication Video
Independent practice: How will students review and solidify these concepts to *Communication Nearpod with assessment
be able to use this new knowledge? How will you monitor and provide *Closure/Assessment: Communication Exit Card
feedback? *Post-assessment will be given during lesson 3
Provide detailed steps.
The students will review what communication skills were addressed during the
Closure lesson and how they can use those skills in their everyday life. The students will be
(1e: Designing Coherent Instruction) expected to reflect on their communication abilities, why it is important to work on
communication skills, analyze their communications skills, and identify one area of
need after completing the lesson.

The students will complete a nearpod with assessment and an exit card so the teacher
can check for students’ understanding of the concepts taught.
*Post-assessment will be given during lesson 3
*Student paced activities
Differentiation *Audio and closed captions provided
(1e: Designing Coherent Instruction) *Google Translate available during activity

Accommodations:
Accommodations *Extended time as needed
(1e: Designing Coherent Instruction) *Read aloud
*Movement Breaks
*Cues to remain on-task
Modifications:
Modifications *Different exit card
(1e: Designing Coherent Instruction) *Reduced questions on nearpod
*Movement Breaks
*Students will complete a communication self-reflection google form (exit card) and
Assessment (Formal or Informal). identify one area of need in their own communication at the conclusion of the lesson.
(1f: Assessing Student Learning) *Students will compare their results from their pre and post self-reflection rating
about their own communication skills (after lesson 3)

Formative Assessment: Nearpod questions

Informative assessment: Self-Reflection Communication Google Form
(exit card)