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Which subject	Personal development
What topic
What length (min)	30
What age group	Doesn't matter
Class size	20
What curriculum
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Number of slides	5
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Lesson plan

Topic

Self-Awareness and Emotional Intelligence

Objectives

To help students understand the concept of self-awareness.
To explore the importance of emotional intelligence in personal development.
To engage students in activities that enhance their self-reflection skills.
To encourage students to identify and express their emotions in a constructive way.

Materials

Whiteboard and markers
Handouts with self-reflection questions
Emotional intelligence scenarios (printed)
Sticky notes and pens
A timer for activities

Grade/Age Group

All grades (suitable for 10-15 years)

Subject

Personal Development

Length of Lesson

30 minutes

Class Size

20 students

National Curriculum Alignment

The lesson aligns with the Australian Curriculum's Personal and Social Capability, focusing on self-awareness and emotional management skills.

Lesson Structure

Step Number	Step Title	Length	Details
1	Introduction	5 mins	Begin with a brief introduction to self-awareness and emotional intelligence. Discuss why they are important in personal development.
2	Group Discussion	5 mins	Facilitate a discussion in small groups (4-5 students each) about what self-awareness means to them and share examples.
3	Self-Reflection Activity	10 mins	Distribute handouts with self-reflection questions. Students will work individually to answer these questions. Encourage them to be honest and thoughtful.
4	Emotional Intelligence Scenarios	5 mins	Divide students back into their groups and provide each with an emotional intelligence scenario. Have them discuss how they would respond and manage the emotions involved.
5	Sharing Insights	5 mins	Invite groups to share insights from their discussions without revealing personal reflections from the individual activities. Facilitate a wrap-up discussion to consolidate learning.
6	Conclusion and Homework Assignment	5 mins	Summarize the lesson highlights, emphasizing self-awareness and emotional intelligence. Assign homework: Students will keep a journal for a week to track their emotions and reflections.

Homework

Students will complete a weekly journal tracking their emotions and reflecting on their self-awareness. This will be checked through a submission process without requiring presentations from students.

Assessment

Participation in group discussions and activities.
Completion of the self-reflection handout.
Submission of the weekly journal.

This lesson aims to foster a supportive environment where students can explore their emotions and develop skills for personal growth.