Lesson Plan: Negotiations for Adults
Objective: To teach adults the skills and strategies needed to negotiate effectively in various situations.
Materials: - Whiteboard and markers - Laptop and projector - Handouts and worksheets - Video resources
Introduction (10 minutes): - Introduce the topic of negotiations and ask participants what they think it means to negotiate. - Explain the importance of negotiation skills in both personal and professional settings. - Share the agenda for the session.
Body (60 minutes): 1. Understanding Negotiation (20 minutes) - Define negotiation and its importance. - Discuss the different types of negotiations. - Share examples of successful negotiations.
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Preparing for Negotiation (20 minutes) - Discuss the importance of preparation in negotiation. - Share tips for preparing for a negotiation. - Provide a worksheet for participants to practice preparing for a negotiation.
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Strategies for Negotiation (20 minutes) - Discuss different negotiation strategies. - Share examples of when to use each strategy. - Provide a worksheet for participants to practice using different negotiation strategies.
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Role-Playing (20 minutes) - Divide participants into pairs. - Provide a scenario for negotiation. - Allow participants to practice negotiating with each other. - Provide feedback and suggestions for improvement.
Conclusion (10 minutes): - Recap the key points of the session. - Encourage participants to continue practicing their negotiation skills. - Provide resources for further learning.
Video Resources: 1. “The Art of Negotiation” by Harvard Business Review (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IyXGFOc1bOw) 2. “Negotiation Skills Top 10 Tips” by Negotiation Experts (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JyJ7yGJY6fM) 3. “How to Negotiate Anything” by Forbes (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JyJ7yGJY6fM)
Worksheet Resources: 1. “Preparing for Negotiation” worksheet by MindTools (https://www.mindtools.com/pages/article/newLDR_81.htm) 2. “Negotiation Strategies” worksheet by Harvard Law School (https://www.pon.harvard.edu/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/Negotiation-Strategies-Worksheet.pdf)
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