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Oza Nunnally

Workshop: The Power of words

This lesson explores the power of spoken, written, verbal, and nonverbal communication used
by public figures and everyday individuals. Words can convey hope or positivity, but people can
also use words to spread hate and prejudice. Students will identify the use of both positive and
negative words in their lives and society. The objective is to address social justice issues, raise
their consciousness of self, community, and the world, and understand that words carry power
and consequences.

Activity 1:
●​ Students brainstorm in journals or small groups for 10-15 minutes about the ways in
which we use language.
○​ When, why and how do we use words? Share and discuss as a class.
○​ Present Powerpoint on how words can be used to convey particular ideas,
attitudes or opinions.
■​ Introduce topics/concepts such as freedom of speech, hate speech,
prejudice, bias, bigotry, language, declaration, influence, stereotypes,
responsibility, self-expression.
○​ Words can Fill in the blank.
■​ Example: Words can hurt or Words can intimidate
●​ Make a list on the board of the words students give
●​ Try to encourage students to think beyond the obvious.
Activity 2:
●​ Ask: who is familiar with spoken word poetry?
○​ Play a 5 min video of spoken word poetry
●​ Handout written poetry - 3 different poems
○​ Take 5 minutes for students to read
●​ Debrief and reflect: 15-20 min
○​ How does the power of the written word differ from that of the spoken word?
○​ From reading the poems and watching the video was there anything that stuck to
you?
○​ What do you think is happening? What are they trying to convey through their
words?
○​ How does the ability to use language empower us?
Activity 3:
●​ Printable quote cards for students to read aloud in pairs.
●​ Students will rotate 2-3 times and continue to read their assigned quote to their partner.
●​ Activity will come to an end and students will debrief
○​ Did anyone hear a quote they especially liked? Read it outloud.
○​ What did the quote make you think of? How did it make you feel?
○​ Why do you think quotes are remembered and passed down over the years,
decades or even longer?
Wrap up reflection: Share aloud with class
●​ How does language influence the way we think, act, and perceive the world around us?
●​ How is our understanding of culture and society constructed though and by language?

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