Getting Along with Other Workers |
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Students determine the possible losses and gains
resulting from using assertive behavior in various situations and decide
if the risks and consequences warrant that system of
behavior. |
Primary Learning Outcomes
What do I have to gain / lose by using assertive behavior in
various situations?
Additional Learning Outcomes
Assessed QCC Standards:
Grade: 9-12
Guidance
A. Self Knowledge
2
Topic: Skills to
interact positively with others.
Standard: -Demonstrate effective interpersonal skills. -Demonstrate
interpersonal skills required for working with and for others. -Describe
appropriate employer and employee interactions in various situations.
-Demonstrate how to express feelings, reactions, and ideas in an appropriate
manner.
Procedures/Activities
Step:
1 Duration:
Discuss with the class assertive behavior. Be sure that
everyone is clear what assertive behavior requires and the difference between it
and aggressive behavior.
Step:
2 Duration:
Divide the class into small groups and read the following
situations.
Attachments for Step 2
Title: Workplace Scenarios FileName: Workplace Scenarios.doc
Description: Five examples of
workplace scenarios that require skill.
Step:
3 Duration:
Let them discuss how they would react, paying attention to
whether it is assertive, nonassertive, or aggressive behavior.
Step: 4 Duration:
Following the situations, have the class discuss some of the
losses and gains that would occur when the assertive behavior occurs. Discuss
the risks and possible consequences to see if they would be acceptable to the
students.
Materials and Equipment
“Workplace Scenarios”
Standards (Local and/or National)
Total Duration
1 -2 hours
Technology Connection
Assessment
Students are evaluated according to the descriptions and
understanding of situations where assertive behavior might be appropriate and
where losses and gains might occur in those situations.
Extension
Further scenarios can extend this activity.
Remediation
Role playing can help students understand the difference
between assertive and aggressive behavior.
Accommodation
Modification
For students with significant disabilities, what changes can
be made in instruction and teaching delivery to allow students to participate in
classroom instruction while working on IEP objectives and off grade level QCC
standards. Below are suggested modifications correlated to the procedures of
this lesson plan.
