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Which subject	Reading
What topic	Students brainstorming questions to ask staff members for an interview, which includes reading, age-appropriate questions, providing feedback after the questions and appropriate eye contact students will be able to conduct an informal interview appropriately, which will help them later on in life
What length (min)	30
What age group	Year or Grade 4
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Lesson Plan: Interview Skills through Question Brainstorming

Subject: Reading

Grade Level: 4

Lesson Duration: 30 minutes

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Objective

Students will brainstorm age-appropriate questions to ask staff members for an informal interview. They will learn how to provide feedback on questions, maintain appropriate eye contact, and develop skills that will assist them later in life.

Materials Needed

• Whiteboard and markers
• Paper and pencils
• Example interview questions handout
• Timer (optional)

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Introduction (5 minutes)

1. Warm-Up Activity: Begin with a short discussion about what an interview is and why it’s important. Ask the students if they have ever been involved in an interview, either as an interviewer or interviewee.
2. Explain the Goal: Inform the students that today they will practice their interviewing skills by brainstorming questions to ask staff members.

Direct Instruction (10 minutes)

1. Introduce Key Concepts: Explain the following concepts:

   • Eye Contact: Discuss why making eye contact is important during an interview. Demonstrate it by role-playing, showing appropriate and inappropriate eye contact.
   • Types of Questions: Share examples of open-ended questions (e.g., "What do you enjoy about your job?") and closed questions (e.g., "Do you like your job?").
   • Providing Feedback: Explain how students can give constructive feedback on their peers' questions.

2. Distribute Example Questions Handout: Give out a handout with sample interview questions that are age-appropriate.

Guided Practice (10 minutes)

1. Brainstorming Session: Divide the class into small groups (3-4 students per group). Instruct them to brainstorm a list of questions they would like to ask staff members. Encourage creativity and critical thinking.

2. Peer Feedback: After 5 minutes, ask groups to swap their lists with another group. Each group has 3 minutes to read the other group's questions and provide constructive feedback (e.g., "I like this question because...").

Independent Practice (5 minutes)

1. Finalization of Questions: Allow groups to refine their questions based on the feedback received. They should choose 3-5 key questions that they feel confident about asking.

Conclusion (5 minutes)

1. Share and Reflect: Have each group briefly share one of their favorite questions with the class.
2. Wrap-Up Discussion: Reinforce the importance of asking good questions and making eye contact in everyday life, including future job interviews. Ask students how they think these skills might help them as they grow older.

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Assessment

• Observe student participation during group activities and discussions.
• Evaluate the questions they created for age-appropriateness and creativity.
• Assess their ability to provide and accept feedback.

Extensions

• Consider inviting a staff member to the classroom for a mini interview session with selected questions from the students.
• Encourage students to practice their interview skills with family members at home.

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This lesson plan provides an engaging way for Year 4 students to develop essential interview skills through reading, creativity, and collaboration, preparing them for future interactions in various environments.