18. Friendship and Communication:
Class Structure (55 minutes):
1. Warm-up and Icebreaker Questions (5 minutes):
- Start the class by welcoming the students and creating a friendly atmosphere.
- Pose icebreaker questions related to friendship and communication, such as:
- "What qualities do you look for in a good friend?"
- "Share a memorable experience where effective communication played a crucial role."
- Allow each student to share their responses briefly.
2. Topic Introduction (5 minutes):
- Introduce the topic of friendship and communication.
- Discuss the importance of healthy relationships and effective communication skills in
building strong connections.
3. Group Discussion: Qualities of a Good Friend (15 minutes):
- Divide the class into breakout rooms, ideally with 2-3 students in each room.
- Assign a discussion prompt related to the qualities of a good friend. For example:
- "Discuss the top three qualities you believe make someone a good friend."
- "Share a story about a friend who demonstrated exceptional qualities during a
challenging time."
- Instruct the students to have a conversation within their breakout rooms, taking turns
to share their thoughts and examples.
4. Breakout Room Activities: Effective Communication Skills (15 minutes):
- In the breakout rooms, encourage students to discuss effective communication skills in
relationships.
- Suggest activities such as:
- Sharing personal experiences of successful communication in different contexts (e.g.,
resolving conflicts, expressing emotions).
- Discussing active listening techniques and the importance of empathy in
communication.
- Role-playing scenarios to practice assertiveness and constructive feedback.
5. Group Sharing and Feedback (10 minutes):
Class Structure (55 minutes):
1. Warm-up and Icebreaker Questions (5 minutes):
- Start the class by welcoming the students and creating a friendly atmosphere.
- Pose icebreaker questions related to friendship and communication, such as:
- "What qualities do you look for in a good friend?"
- "Share a memorable experience where effective communication played a crucial role."
- Allow each student to share their responses briefly.
2. Topic Introduction (5 minutes):
- Introduce the topic of friendship and communication.
- Discuss the importance of healthy relationships and effective communication skills in
building strong connections.
3. Group Discussion: Qualities of a Good Friend (15 minutes):
- Divide the class into breakout rooms, ideally with 2-3 students in each room.
- Assign a discussion prompt related to the qualities of a good friend. For example:
- "Discuss the top three qualities you believe make someone a good friend."
- "Share a story about a friend who demonstrated exceptional qualities during a
challenging time."
- Instruct the students to have a conversation within their breakout rooms, taking turns
to share their thoughts and examples.
4. Breakout Room Activities: Effective Communication Skills (15 minutes):
- In the breakout rooms, encourage students to discuss effective communication skills in
relationships.
- Suggest activities such as:
- Sharing personal experiences of successful communication in different contexts (e.g.,
resolving conflicts, expressing emotions).
- Discussing active listening techniques and the importance of empathy in
communication.
- Role-playing scenarios to practice assertiveness and constructive feedback.
5. Group Sharing and Feedback (10 minutes):
