Individual Assignment:

You will create a lesson plan using the $7$ steps of the Training Design Process in Chapter $1,$ Figure $1\mathrm{.}2-$ which is the basis of this course. The lesson plan should be written so that an instructor could pick up your instructions and facilitate the $3$ hour session. This means you need to provide significant guidance in terms of what to do and how to set up the activities.

Your lesson plan will include the following components:

$1.$ Chart outline of session that provides information about:

o An overview of each activity planned $($use at least $2$ instructional methods$)$

o The time allotted for the activity

o Detailed instructions on how to facilitate the activity, technology to be used, etc $($remember$,$ enough detail for someone else to lead the session$)$

o Material$($s$)$ required for the activity

o Any other relevant information that would assist the facilitator in implementing the activity

$2.$ The learning objectives for the session

$3.$ Training evaluation for your session by using evaluation method of your choice.

Lesson Plan: Introduction to Effective Communication Skills

Learning Objectives:

By the end of this $3-$hour session, participants will be able to:

Define effective communication and its importance in personal and professional contexts.

Identify barriers to effective communication and strategies to overcome them.

Practice active listening and assertive communication techniques.

Demonstrate effective verbal and non$-$verbal communication skills.

Training Evaluation:

To evaluate the effectiveness of this session, we will use a pre$-$ and post$-$test survey. Participants will complete a short questionnaire at the beginning of the session to assess their current understanding of communication skills. The same questionnaire will be administered at the end of the session to measure knowledge gained and changes in attitudes towards effective communication. Additionally, participants will have the opportunity to provide feedback through a post$-$session survey, allowing us to gather insights on the session's strengths and areas for improvement.

Session Outline:

Time Activity Instructional Methods Materials Required Additional Information

$15$ mins Introduction and Icebreaker Group Discussion None Icebreaker activity: "Two Truths and a Lie"

$30$ mins Presentation: Overview of Effective Communication Lecture, Visual Presentation Projector, Slides PowerPoint slides covering key concepts and examples

$30$ mins Small Group Activity: Identifying Communication Barriers Group Discussion, Role Play Handouts with case scenarios, Flipchart, Markers Case scenarios depicting common communication challenges

$15$ mins Break N$/$A N$/$A Refreshments

$45$ mins Interactive Workshop: Practicing Active Listening Role Play, Peer Feedback Index cards, Timer, Flipchart, Markers Role$-$play scenarios with instructions for active listening

$30$ mins Presentation: Assertive Communication Techniques Lecture, Discussion Projector, Slides PowerPoint slides explaining assertiveness and techniques

$15$ mins Break N$/$A N$/$A Refreshments

$45$ mins Group Activity: Role$-$Playing Assertive Communication Role Play, Peer Feedback Role$-$play scenarios, Timer, Flipchart, Markers Role$-$play scenarios with assertive communication techniques

$15$ mins Summary and Closing Reflection Group Discussion None Guided reflection on key takeaways and next steps

Additional Notes:

The facilitator should ensure that the technology $($projector$,$ slides$)$ is set up and functioning properly before the session begins.

Handouts and materials for activities should be prepared and distributed in advance.

Break times should be strictly observed to allow participants to rest and refresh.

Facilitators should encourage active participation and create a supportive environment for role$-$playing activities.

Facilitators should be prepared to provide guidance and feedback during group discussions and activities.

Evaluation forms should be distributed and collected discreetly to encourage honest feedback from participants.

The facilitator should be prepared to adjust the pace and content of the session based on the participants' engagement and feedback.