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Communication, Day 2: Assertiveness Lesson PlanCommunication, Day 2: Assertiveness Lesson Plan
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Communication, Day 2: Assertiveness

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Having social skills and being able to assert yourself in a positive way is so important. Students with mild to moderate disabilities engage in a series of activities to practice assertive communication and social skills. Perfect for a secondary special education class learning how to be socially appropriate in a safe way.

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non-verbal communication, communication, body language, saying no, social skills

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assertive communication, body language, mild to moderate disability, non-verbal communication, saying no, social skills, programs
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Grade
9th - 12th
Subjects
Health
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Resource Type
Lesson Plans
Audience
For Teacher Use
Duration
1 hr
Instructional Strategy
Differentiated Instruction

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