Lesson Plan
Session 1 Lesson Plan
Introduce students to the concept of self-advocacy, have them define it in their own words, and practice recognizing self-advocacy behaviors through discussion and role-play.
Understanding self-advocacy empowers students to communicate needs, build confidence, and navigate academic/social challenges proactively, fostering independence and resilience.
Audience
Time
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Materials
Prep
Prepare Session 1 Materials
10 minutes
Step 1
Hook & Session Overview
5 minutes
Step 2
Define Self-Advocacy
10 minutes
Step 3
Scenario Role-Play
10 minutes
Step 4
Reflection & Exit Ticket
5 minutes
Slide Deck
Session 1: Understanding Self-Advocacy
Agenda
What Is Self-Advocacy?
Brainstorm: Self-Advocacy Behaviors
Scenario Role-Play
Reflection & Exit Ticket
Worksheet
Game
Journal
Lesson Plan
Session 2 Lesson Plan
Teach students how to communicate needs effectively using assertive language and I-statements, and practice active listening through guided role-plays.
Effective communication empowers students to express themselves clearly, build positive relationships, and respectfully advocate for their needs, boosting confidence and social skills.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Session 2 Materials
10 minutes
Step 1
Hook & Review
5 minutes
Step 2
Define Assertive Communication
10 minutes
Step 3
I-Statement Practice
5 minutes
Step 4
Scenario Role-Play
7 minutes
Step 5
Reflection & Exit Ticket
3 minutes
Slide Deck
Session 2: Communicating Needs Effectively
Review & Today’s Focus
Define Assertive Communication
I-Statement Practice
Scenario Role-Play
Reflection & Exit Ticket
Worksheet
Game
Journal
Lesson Plan
Session 3 Lesson Plan
Guide students to develop a comprehensive self-advocacy action plan, set SMART goals for academic and social situations, and refine plans through peer feedback.
Empowering students with a concrete plan fosters ownership of their needs, reinforces learning, and builds sustainable self-advocacy practices.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Session 3 Materials
10 minutes
Step 1
Hook & Review
5 minutes
Step 2
Plan Development
12 minutes
Step 3
Peer Feedback
7 minutes
Step 4
Reflection & Next Steps
6 minutes
Slide Deck
Session 3: Developing Your Self-Advocacy Action Plan
Agenda
Plan Development
Peer Feedback
Reflection & Next Steps
Worksheet
Game
Journal
