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Which subject	Personal development
What topic	Requesting accommodations
What length (min)	30
What age group	Doesn't matter
Class size	20
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Lesson plan

Topic

Requesting Accommodations

Objectives

• Understand the importance of requesting accommodations in educational settings.
• Identify different types of accommodations.
• Practice how to effectively communicate needs for accommodations.
• Empower students to advocate for themselves in various contexts.

Materials

• Whiteboard and markers
• Printed handouts with types of accommodations
• Scenarios for role-playing
• Pens and paper for note-taking
• Example emails requesting accommodations

Grade/Age Group

Grades 6-12 (Ages 11-18)

Subject

Personal Development

Lesson Length

30 minutes

Class Size

20 students

National Curriculum Compliance

This lesson aligns with the national standards for student advocacy and personal development by promoting self-advocacy skills and awareness of individual needs.

Lesson Structure

Step Number	Step Title	Length (minutes)	Details
1	Introduction	5	Briefly introduce the topic of accommodations. Discuss why they are important and how they support learning.
2	Types of Accommodations	10	Present various types of accommodations (e.g., extended time, alternative formats). Use handouts for reference.
3	Communication Techniques	5	Discuss effective communication methods for requesting accommodations. Emphasize tone, clarity, and respect.
4	Role-Playing Scenarios	7	Facilitate role-playing scenarios in pairs. One student plays the role of the requestor, and the other plays the responder.
5	Wrap-Up and Reflection	3	Recap the key points discussed in the lesson. Encourage students to reflect on their comfort level in requesting accommodations.

Homework

• Complete a written assignment where students draft an email requesting a hypothetical accommodation they might need in school.
• Students will submit their drafts through a secure online portal for feedback without presenting in front of the class.

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