Conversation - Talking… · B5 English Language

Lesson notes

Learning Objectives

Indicator: B5.1.6.2.1 - Maintain appropriate posture and facial expression

By the end of the lesson, learners can:

Explain why appropriate posture and facial expression matter in a conversation.
Demonstrate attentive posture (sitting upright, leaning slightly forward, facing the speaker) during a conversation.
Use appropriate facial expressions (smiling, nodding, raised eyebrows for surprise, concerned look for sad news) to show they are listening and understanding.
Observe a partner’s posture and facial expressions during a conversation and give kind, helpful feedback.
Apply these skills while discussing familiar topics about themselves, their family, and their community.

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Curriculum details

Strand: Oral Language (Strand 1)
Sub-strand: Conversation - Talking about Oneself, Family, People, Customs, (1.6)
Content standard: B5.1.6.2 - Demonstrate positive listening and viewing attitudes and behaviour by showing attentiveness and understanding
Indicator: B5.1.6.2.1 - Maintain appropriate posture and facial expression
Suggested placement: Term 1, Week 4 (Week 4 of the year)
Our suggestion, laid out in curriculum order across three terms of twelve weeks. NaCCA does not fix the week, so follow your school's scheme of learning.
Curriculum reference: English Language Curriculum (Basic 4-6), 2019, p. 77
Transcribed from the official NaCCA publication. Check this page against the source.

Exemplars (from the NaCCA curriculum)

- Discuss with learners the importance of appropriate posture and facial expression in conversation.
- Learners in groups choose a theme and engage in conversation maintaining appropriate posture and facial expressions. Learners listen and observe the speaker's use of these skills and later critique to help them acquire or improve them.