Fourth graders learned about types of communication this week. We discussed the meaning of the word "spectrum" and created a quadrant from two intersecting spectrums -- opennesss to communication and consideration of others. We then plotted four types of communication within this quadrant -- passive, aggressive, passive-aggressive, and assertive. We discussed real-world examples of each.
Students then began brainstorming how they can work toward being more assertive this year. We discussed the importance of self advocacy in school, particularly for gifted students. Students began jotting down ideas of conversations they would like to have with teachers, friends, or siblings. Over the year, we will refer to this lesson as we continue to practice appropriate assertiveness.
Students then began brainstorming how they can work toward being more assertive this year. We discussed the importance of self advocacy in school, particularly for gifted students. Students began jotting down ideas of conversations they would like to have with teachers, friends, or siblings. Over the year, we will refer to this lesson as we continue to practice appropriate assertiveness.
