Dialogue & Communication 2009-2010 Ministry of Education ELT General Supervision Life Skills Grade 7 Dialogue & Communication 2009-2010

Aims of the Course The course aims at : promoting learners‘ interpersonal skills that help them interact with others expanding problem-solving skills that can prevent conflicts. taking learners a step forward in understanding the concept of life through situations and activities within their lexical, functional and structural repertoire of the language.

instill and reinforcing the positive values towards the learner himself and his society, consolidating fully the spirit of creativity and innovation in this domain.

Vision Promoting skills which develop creativity, positive communication, psychological respite, a sense of ambition, confidence, self-respect and respect for others.

Mission The course aims at creating a Kuwaiti citizen according to educational goals which support learners' intellectual, physical and psychological growth. providing the learner with skills that allow for independency, an ability to adapt with rapid life changes and become a responsible person in the society. allowing for the conservation of ethics, religious and social values.

General Goals of the Course To cater for the needs and tendencies of learners. To respect Islamic values and principles. To make the learning process a comprehensive and progressive one. To modify learners' behaviour. To promote self-learning To discriminate individual differences. To promote respect towards viewpoints, values and feelings of others.

To create an appreciation of the value of cooperation. To encourage social interaction. To associate activities with various life experiences. To enhance appreciation of appropriate paralinguistic features. To enhance language skills through e- learning.

Course Objectives 1. Proficiency Goals

I- Listening Skill Upon completion of the course, pupils are expected to… understand and follow simple instructions and directions. differentiate between some patterns of speech. recognize appropriate paralinguistic features of communication. listen attentively to English material including a poem and conversations. recognize importance of using terms of address and politeness.

II-Speaking Skill express their feelings and opinions. Upon completion of the course, pupils are expected to be able to… express their feelings and opinions. use language functions appropriately. participate in conversations and discussions. discuss a project.

III-Reading Skill read and understand instructions. Upon completion of the course, pupils are expected to be able to… read and understand instructions. answer questions related to the text they have read. read a poem , texts and conversations.

IV-Writing Skill Upon completion of the course, pupils are expected to be able to… complete dialogues. write paragraphs. express opinions.

2. Cognitive Goals

use language functions properly. use proper addressing styles. Upon completion of the course, pupils are expected to be able to… use language functions properly. use proper addressing styles.

3. Affective Goals

Upon completion of the course, pupils are expected to show … respect for Islamic values and principles. pride in citizenship. respect towards viewpoints, values and feelings of others. appreciation of the value of cooperation. willingness to interact socially. appreciation of appropriate paralinguistic features.

It includes 4 units with 2 lessons each Course description It’s designed for 7th graders. designed to be offered 8 times one period weekly learner-centered It includes 4 units with 2 lessons each

Units Unit 1 : Constructive dialogues and communication Unit 2 :Family role in forming desirable teen behavior Unit 3 :Democratic Behaviour Unit 4 : e- Learning

Teaching Techniques Self study E-learning Discussion Co-operative Critical thinking Creativity worksheets vocabulary

Course Duration 3 – 11 12 - 18 1- 2 1– 2 1 2 1- 4 19 – 24 25 – 31 Activity book lesson Unit Weeks Term 3 – 11 12 - 18 1- 2 1– 2 1 2 1- 4 Term period 19 – 24 25 – 31 1 - 2 3 4 5-8

Assessment Skills Grade Daily Participation ( Listening ,Speaking, Reading & Writing) Grade in words * Grade in words: Excellent/ Very Good/ Good/ Average/ Weak

Sample lessons

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