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- How Does One Cope With Life Changing Events? Unit Plan (.pdf)
- Social and Emotional Development Lesson Plans (.html)
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Two scholars walk into a room arguing, what is happening? Peers observe the two actors in preparation for a whole-class discussion about conflict. Learners establish a conflict, name the three approaches—passive, aggressive, and assertive, and brainstorm ways to problem solve.
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Adaptable
Concepts
self-management, social awareness, relationship skills, responsible decision-making, social-emotional learning, emotional development, emotions, identifying emotions, conflict, conflict resolution, conflicts, problem solving strategies, problem solving techniques, arguments, mediation, peers, friendship, relationships
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Instructional Ideas
- Add in the concept of perspective or point of view, analyze how each learners' observation may vary and why
- Direct pupils to add their handouts to their notebook—somewhere they can easily reference them
- Send a copy of the pages home for parents and guardians to reinforce conflict resolution outside of school
Classroom Considerations
- The first of two lessons that look at life changes
- A school counselor or classroom teacher can conduct the lesson
- Requires copies of several worksheet pages
Pros
- Touches on a variety of social and emotional learning competencies
- Conflict mediation works inside and outside of school, as well as now and in the future
Cons
- None