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Comm Style Overview

Students will learn to recognize four key communication styles—assertive, passive, aggressive, and passive-aggressive—reflect on their own style, and practice adapting to peers for stronger teamwork.

This lesson builds social-emotional awareness by helping students appreciate diverse communication approaches, improving conflict resolution and collaboration in friendships and teams.

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5 minutes

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Introduction

5 minutes

Step 2

Explore Communication Styles

10 minutes

Step 3

Worksheet Reflection

10 minutes

Step 4

Style Swap Dialogue

5 minutes

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What’s Your Communication Style?

Assertive Style

Passive Style

Aggressive Style

Passive-Aggressive Style

Communication Styles Spectrum

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What’s Your Communication Style?

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