Lesson Plan

Listen Up! Lesson Plan

Students will build and practice active listening skills by paraphrasing peers’ statements, offering empathetic responses, and reflecting on the communication process to improve understanding and interpersonal relations.

Developing active listening skills fosters empathy, builds strong interpersonal relationships, and enhances classroom communication—all vital for a positive learning environment.

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Preparation and Setup

10 minutes

Step 1

Introduction and Motivation

10 minutes

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Guided Practice – Paired Activity

30 minutes

Step 3

Extended Activity – Group Reflection

5 minutes

Step 4

Assessment and Closure

5 minutes

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Listen Up!

What is Active Listening?

Guided Practice Activity

Active Listening Techniques

The Art of Paraphrasing

Expressing Empathy

Deep Reflection

Lesson Summary & Next Steps

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Listen Up!

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