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Which subject	Psychology
What age group	Year or Grade 11
What topic	Observations
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Lesson Introduction: The Art of Observation in Psychology

Hook: The Observation Challenge

Imagine walking into a bustling café — the aroma of freshly brewed coffee floats in the air, conversations intertwine, and various emotions play out silently amongst the patrons. For the next few minutes, I invite you to become a keen observer. Your task? Without speaking to anyone, jot down your observations about the people, their interactions, and the atmosphere around you.

Activity Setup

• Time: 5 minutes
• Materials Needed: Notepads or sticky notes, pencils or pens.

As you observe, consider the following questions:

• What emotions do you see on people's faces?
• Are there any recurring themes or interactions happening?
• What non-verbal cues can you detect?
• How do different people react in this social environment?

Group Discussion

Once you've completed your observations, let's discuss. Share your findings with a partner or within small groups.

• Did you notice anything surprising?
• What common observations did you identify?
• How does the skill of observation play a role in understanding human behaviour?

Transition to Lesson

What you just experienced is a snapshot of the core skill in psychology known as observation. Understanding and interpreting human behaviour begins with keen observation. Today, we will delve deeper into the various forms of observational methods used in psychological research and the importance of ethics and accuracy in this process.

Let’s explore how these observations can shape our understanding of the mind and behaviour!