Objective: Explain the nature and process of communication

Subject: Oral Communication in Context

Grade Level: Grade 11

Learning across curriculum:

1. Science - Discussing the process of communication in different organisms and

ecosystems.

2. Social Studies - Analyzing historical events and their impact on communication

systems.

3. Psychology - Understanding the role of communication in human behavior and

relationships.

Review Motivation:

1. Show a video clip of a powerful speech or presentation to inspire students to

explore the nature of effective communication.

2. Conduct a discussion on the importance of communication in daily life,

emphasizing its role in personal and professional relationships.

3. Engage students in a role-playing activity where they have to communicate a

message without using spoken words.

Activity 1: Understanding the Elements of Communication

Materials: Whiteboard, markers

Instructions:

1. Introduce the different elements of communication (sender, message, channel,

receiver, feedback) using visual aids and examples.

2. Divide the students into small groups and assign each group one element to
discuss and present to the class.

3. Each group will create a visual representation of their assigned element and
explain its significance in the communication process.

Rubrics:

Criteria: Content, Presentation, Creativity

Points: 10 points per criteria

Assessment Questions:

1. What is the role of the sender in the communication process?

2. How does feedback contribute to effective communication?

Activity 2: Analyzing Communication Barriers

Materials: Handout with scenarios, pens/pencils

Instructions:

1. Distribute the handout containing different scenarios where communication

barriers are present.

2. In pairs, students will analyze each scenario and identify the specific
communication barrier(s) present.

3. Students will discuss possible solutions to overcome each barrier and share their
findings with the class.

Rubrics:
Criteria: Analysis, Solutions, Presentation

Points: 10 points per criteria

Assessment Questions:

1. What are some common communication barriers in personal relationships?

2. How can cultural differences affect communication?

Activity 3: Applying Effective Communication Strategies

Materials: Role-playing scenarios, props

Instructions:

1. Provide different role-playing scenarios that require students to apply effective

communication strategies.

2. In groups, students will act out the scenarios and showcase their ability to
communicate effectively in challenging situations.

3. Each group will receive feedback from their peers and the teacher on their
communication skills.

Rubrics:

Criteria: Preparation, Interaction, Effectiveness

Points: 10 points per criteria

Assessment Questions:

1. How did your group effectively resolve conflicts through communication?

2. What strategies did you use to ensure active listening during the role-playing
activity?
Analysis:

Analyze the outcome of each activity by discussing the strengths and areas for
improvement in student communication skills. Emphasize the importance of
feedback and continuous learning in enhancing communication abilities.

Abstraction:

Summarize the key concepts and principles of effective communication, highlighting

the essential elements, common barriers, and strategies for improvement.

Application:

Provide the students with a real-life problem related to the objective, such as a
workplace conflict or a miscommunication in a social setting. Ask them to analyze
the situation and propose effective communication strategies to address the
problem.

Assessment:

Teachers can assess the learning of students based on the learning objectives
through various methods, such as oral presentations, written reflections, group
discussions, and role-playing assessments. Rubrics can be used to evaluate their
understanding of communication concepts, application of strategies, and overall
effectiveness in conveying messages.

Assignment:

Assign students to observe and analyze real-life communication situations outside of

the classroom. They should document their observations and reflect on the
effectiveness of communication in those situations. They can present their findings in
the next class.