Topic: Listening and Talking: Encouraging Inclusive Communication

Desired Outcome: When I engage with others, I can make a relevant contribution, ensure that everyone has an opportunity to contribute, and encourage them to take account of others’ points of view or alternative solutions.

Level: Fourth Level

Focus: GHH (Gaelic Heritage and History)

Week 1: - Introduction to the topic: Discuss the importance of effective communication and the role it plays in understanding different perspectives. - Explore the concept of inclusive communication and its significance in promoting a positive learning environment. - Engage in group discussions and encourage students to actively listen to their peers’ contributions.

Week 2: - Introduce the Gaelic heritage and history aspect of the topic: Discuss the importance of preserving and valuing the Gaelic language and culture. - Engage in a class debate on the topic of Gaelic language revitalization, encouraging students to express their opinions and consider alternative solutions. - Practice active listening skills by summarizing and responding to others’ viewpoints.

Week 3: - Explore different communication styles and their impact on effective listening and talking. - Engage in role-playing activities where students take on different communication styles (e.g., assertive, passive, aggressive) and reflect on the outcomes. - Discuss the importance of empathy and understanding in effective communication.

Week 4: - Introduce the concept of active listening and its role in inclusive communication. - Engage in paired activities where students practice active listening skills by paraphrasing and summarizing their partner’s ideas. - Reflect on the importance of giving everyone an opportunity to contribute and actively encouraging their participation.

Week 5: - Explore the concept of perspective-taking and its role in understanding others’ points of view. - Engage in group activities where students are given different scenarios and are encouraged to consider alternative solutions from different perspectives. - Reflect on the importance of considering others’ viewpoints and finding common ground.

Week 6: - Consolidation of learning: Engage in a class project where students work collaboratively to create a presentation on the importance of inclusive communication in preserving Gaelic heritage and history. - Present the project to the class, ensuring that everyone has an opportunity to contribute and actively encouraging their participation. - Reflect on the learning journey and the skills developed throughout the topic.

Assessment: - Ongoing formative assessment through class discussions, role-playing activities, and group work. - Summative assessment through the final class project and presentation, focusing on the students’ ability to make relevant contributions, ensure everyone’s participation, and consider alternative viewpoints.