Starter quiz
- Fill in the gaps: Articulating yourself means speaking __________ and __________.
- quietly
- clearly ✓
- concisely ✓
- loudly
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- Which of these should we avoid when trying to articulate ourselves?
- mumbling ✓
- being specific
- being vague ✓
- rambling ✓
- speaking clearly
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- Which step might come first if we are trying to answer a question in an articulate way?
- Stopping talking when you've made your point.
- Stopping to think or discuss the question with a partner. ✓
- Trying to stay on topic.
- Starting to say your thoughts clearly and simply.
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- What does advocating for other people mean?
- standing up to them
- standing up for them ✓
- standing up for yourself
- arguing with other people
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- In which of these situations is it not necessary for you to advocate for yourself in school?
- You don't understand the homework.
- You didn't do the homework and you were given a consequence. ✓
- Someone in your class wants to copy the homework you spent hours doing.
- You are sitting next to someone who's distracting you constantly.
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- Which of the following should we not do when advocating for ourselves?
- arguing in an aggressive way ✓
- being polite and respectful
- expressing gratitude
- being clear and concise about what we need
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Exit quiz
- Which of these are true about hearing opinions we disagree with?
- We should feel annoyed and angry.
- We should accept this as part of life. ✓
- We can take it as an opportunity to learn. ✓
- It is always offensive.
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- Which of the following are appropriate responses when someone disagrees with our opinion?
- ask them to say more about their view ✓
- say that you agree to disagree and move on ✓
- calmly explain why you think they are wrong ✓
- tell them that they are a bad person for disagreeing with you
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- Which of these are disagreements about opinions?
- Jun breaks Sam's phone.
- Jun says Sam's phone is rubbish. She disagrees. ✓
- Lucas says football is best; Aisha says tennis is better. ✓
- Lucas refuses to play tennis with Aisha.
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- What is a compromise?
- when both people in a disagreement get everything they want
- when both people in a disagreement give something up to solve the dispute ✓
- when both people in a disagreement give everything up to solve the dispute
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- True or false? Alex is upset that Jun pushed him over for no reason. They can resolve this situation through a compromise.
- True
- False ✓
- Which of these disagreements could be resolved with a compromise?
- Aisha is annoyed that Sam has broken her console.
- Aisha wants to play cards, but Sam is busy on her phone. ✓
- Aisha is upset that Sam is playing with other friends at playtime. ✓
- Aisha hears Sam saying unkind things about her.
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Lesson Details
Key learning points
- It is important to express disagreements calmly and respectfully, using a polite tone and language.
- Some disagreements are about opinions; others are about behaviour and choices.
- We should recognise that everyone has different opinions and not take offence; it's not a personal attack.
- It is important to try resolving disagreements peacefully by explaining your feelings or compromising when appropriate.
- Compromises are not always appropriate; if they are, we should suggest them calmly and politely.
Common misconception
Pupils may think that they should always compromise to solve a dispute.
Emphasise that compromise is used when **both parties** have something they can give up or offer.
Keywords
Disagree - to have a different opinion, belief or viewpoint from someone else regarding a particular topic, issue or statement
Opinion - a view or belief that a person has
Compromise - a negotiation or settlement of differences where each person gives up something to reach a mutual agreement
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