Lesson Plans

Module and session Durata Resources

Module 1 Session 1

Rezultatele invatarii

On completion of this workshop, senior volunteers (learners) will be able to:

  • Develop basic Intercultural Awareness
  • Understand different communication styles across cultural divides
  • Adapt their communication style for working with diverse groups and migrants
  • Interpret non-verbal communication in different cultures
  • Understand common ‘rules’ of non-verbal communication in different cultures
  • Understand social norms and customs in different cultures

Assessment

Assessment for A.1.3:

  • Involve the volunteers in a discussion about their experience with this exercise by asking the following questions:
  • What is their take away?
  • Were they surprised?
  • Can they think of another context where this experience can be applied?

Assessment for A.1.5:

  • Tick off the items of the agenda and the learning outcomes that were presented in the beginning, if they have been covered already.

Further reading

BARNGA Game:

Instructions and rules:

http://www.acphd.org/media/271383/barnga_instructions.pdf 

Why play this game? (further reading):

https://journals.tdl.org/absel/index.php/absel/article/viewFile/1059/1028

A.1.00 - Opening Session 25 minute 1 Vizualizeaza
A.1.01 - Speed-dating (Ice breaker) minute 0 Vizualizeaza
A.1.02 - What is culture? 10 minute 0 Vizualizeaza
A.1.03 - My Apple 20 minute 0 Vizualizeaza
A.1.04 – Greeting Game 20 minute 0 Vizualizeaza
A.1.05 – BARNGA Game 60 minute 0 Vizualizeaza
A.1.06 - Reflection 15 minute 0 Vizualizeaza

Module 1 Session 2

Rezultatele invatarii

On completion of this workshop, senior volunteers (learners) will be able to:

  • Develop basic Intercultural Awareness
  • Understand different communication styles across cultural divides
  • Adapt their communication style for working with diverse groups and migrants
  • Interpret non-verbal communication in different cultures
  • Understand common ‘rules’ of non-verbal communication in different cultures
  • Understand social norms and customs in different cultures

Assessment

As described in A.1.12.

Further reading

Derdian Game - Instructions and rules for both groups:
http://interfaithalliance.org/cms/assets/uploads/2016/09/Deridian-and-Engineers-Role-Playing.pdf

Another resource, good part about debriefing:
http://www.nonformality.org/wp-content/uploads/2006/03/derdians.pdf

A.1.07 - Opening Session and Ice-breaker 10 minute 0 Vizualizeaza
A.1.08 – 4 Flipcharts 30 minute 0 Vizualizeaza
A.1.09 – Puzzle Repair 5 minute 0 Vizualizeaza
A.1.10 – Derdian Game 65 minute 0 Vizualizeaza
A.1.11 – Final Discussion 20 minute 0 Vizualizeaza
A.1.12 - Final Game & Reflection of the module 20 minute 0 Vizualizeaza

Module 2 Session 1

Rezultatele invatarii

On completion of this workshop, senior volunteers (learners) will be able to:

  • Get to know each other better;
  • Learn what active listening is and how to develop these skills further through interactive activities;
  • Exchange their ideas and to practice interactive communicative skills with other learners.

Assessment

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Further reading

Some introduction to active listening and its benefits https://www.adelaide.edu.au/writingcentre/docs/learningguide-activelistening.pdf

 Active listening: how to be a Good listener: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z_-rNd7h6z8

6 tips of active listening: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oWe_ogA5YC

Being a good listener: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-BdbiZcNBXg

Quiz: how good are your listening skills: https://www.mindtools.com/pages/article/listening-quiz.htm

 

Some (6) Listening Skills Exercises To Promote Stronger Communication like:

https://blog.udemy.com/listening-skills-exercises/

http://classroom.synonym.com/active-listening-games-adults-12033309.html

http://blog.readytomanage.com/what-listening-skills-exercises-work-best/

https://www.trainingzone.co.uk/develop/cpd/tutors-tips-active-listening-exercise

A.2.0 - Opening Session minute 0 Vizualizeaza
A.2.01 – Ice-breakers 25 minute 0 Vizualizeaza
A.2.02 – Active Listening 30 minute 0 Vizualizeaza
A.2.03 – Active Listening Quiz and Practice 80 minute 0 Vizualizeaza
A.2.04 – Feedback and Evaluation 20 minute 0 Vizualizeaza

Module 2 Session 2

Rezultatele invatarii

On completion of this workshop, senior volunteers (learners) will be able to:

  • Define emotional intelligence;
  • Understand the importance of EI;
  • Identify the most important skills for EI and perform a self-assessment;
  • Develop these skills through practical exercises.

Assessment

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Further reading

Links to YouTube videos on Emotional Intelligence:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Te5QUiNbF2g

http://www.dailytenminutes.com/2012/06/emotions-management-very-good-message.html?m=1

http://www.lifehack.org/articles/featured/8-steps-to-continuous-self-motivation.html

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bkmmZmbbBVo

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rNVtxTwd9zc

Book: Goleman, Daniel: Emotional intelligence, why it can matter more than IQ.

A.2.05 - Opening Session 5 minute 0 Vizualizeaza
A.2.06 – Ice-breaker 25 minute 0 Vizualizeaza
A.2.07 – Group Discussion 30 minute 0 Vizualizeaza
A.2.08 – Defining Emotional Intelligence 15 minute 0 Vizualizeaza
A.2.09 - Practical Exercises 75 minute 0 Vizualizeaza
A.2.11 – Closing, Wrap-up and Evaluation 20 minute 0 Vizualizeaza

Module 3 session 1

Rezultatele invatarii

On completion of this workshop, senior volunteers (learners) will be able to:

  • Identify and develop the soft skills required for self-management and personal effectiveness.
  • Use specific tools and activities for self-assessment.
  • Explore and develop the elements of self-confidence.

Assessment

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Further reading

Video links:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Fj4e1rE1NI&t=113s

https://www.mindtools.com/selfconf.html 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u_eNY6NjUWU&t=4s 

Additional material

Self-confidence quiz: https://www.mindtools.com/pages/article/newTCS_84.htm

 Video on self-esteem:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YSg3xxRbB9s

JOHARI Window: http://www.aspira.org/sites/default/files/U_III_M_1_SA.pdf

MindTools: Building Self-Confidence: https://www.learning-mind.com/7-basic-personal-effectiveness-skills/    

A.3.0 – Introducing the terms ‘Soft and Hard Skills’ 10 minute 0 Vizualizeaza
A.3.01 – Introducing to self-management 10 minute 0 Vizualizeaza
A.3.02 – Self-effectiveness 30 minute 0 Vizualizeaza
A.3.03 – Self-Awareness, Self-Knowledge 35 minute 0 Vizualizeaza
A.3.04 – Self-confidence 55 minute 0 Vizualizeaza
A.3.05 - Closing Activity and Reflection 10 minute 0 Vizualizeaza

Module 3 session 2

Rezultatele invatarii

On completion of this workshop, senior volunteers (learners) will be able to:

  • Identify and develop the soft skills required for self-care and achieving personal effectiveness.
  • Use specific tools and activities for managing stress.
  • Use mindfulness and meditation techniques for achieving wellbeing.

Assessment

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Further reading

Video links:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w0iVTQS8ftg

 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VUKPrSMmbzc

www.youtube.com/watch?v=mjtfyuTTQFY

www.youtube.com/watch?v=VTA0j8FfCvs&t=181s

Online quiz on stress management: https://www.mindtools.com/pages/article/newHTE_88.htm

Additional material for self-reflection: https://www.mindtools.com/blog/reflecting-on-your-inner-self/

Additional material for mindfulness: https://www.mindful.org/meditation/mindfulness-getting-started/

 https://greatergood.berkeley.edu/mindfulness/definition

 https://www.mindful.org/what-is-mindfulness/

https://www.pocketmindfulness.com/6-mindfulness-exercises-you-can-try-today/

A.3.06 – Introduction to Self-care 30 minute 0 Vizualizeaza
A.3.07 – Managing Stress 40 minute 0 Vizualizeaza
A.3.08 – Mindfulness 40 minute 0 Vizualizeaza
A.3.09 – Self-reflection 40 minute 0 Vizualizeaza
A.3.10 - Closing Activityand Reflection 10 minute 0 Vizualizeaza

Module 4 session 1

Rezultatele invatarii

On completion of this workshop, senior volunteers (learners) will be able to:

  • Define critical thinking;
  • Understand strategies for critical thinking in community work;
  • Practice critical thinking through activities;
  • Understand how myths and stereotypes can impact on how we think.

Assessment

Further reading

Gibby. Caroline. ‘Critical Thinking Skills in Adult Learners’. ARECLS, 2013, Vol.10, 147-176. Available at: https://research.ncl.ac.uk/ARECLS/volume_10/gibby_vol10.pdf   

Distinguishing between fact and opinion. Available at: http://aeo.sllf.qmul.ac.uk/Files/CriticalThinking/fact%20or%20opinion.pdf

How to practice critical thinking in four steps. Available at: https://www.thoughtco.com/how-to-practice-critical-thinking-31722

https://globaldigitalcitizen.org/10-great-critical-thinking-activities-that-engage-your-student

 Bianco, Cinzia, (January, 2017) ‘Correcting 5 Myths on Refugees to Europe.’ Available at: http://www.egic.info/post/correcting-5-myths-on-refugees-to-europe

Newspaper Articles:

New York Times – August 2017 – China’s ‘Giant Infants’: https://www.nytimes.com/2017/08/08/opinion/china-millennials-tiger-mothers-giant-infants.html

New York Times – August 2017 – India’s Barefoot Lawyers:

https://www.nytimes.com/2017/08/08/opinion/indias-barefoot-lawyers.html

BBC Travel - August 2017 - Five Countries Where People Live the Longest: http://www.bbc.com/travel/story/20170807-living-in-places-where-people-live-the-longest

 

Irish Independent – August 2017 – Time for a New Immigration Ballad; http://www.independent.ie/opinion/columnists/declan-lynch/time-for-a-new-immigration-ballad-lamenting-the-lack-of-it-36004072.html

A.4.0 – Ice-breaker 15 minute 0 Vizualizeaza
A.4.01 – Introduction to Critical Thinking 15 minute 0 Vizualizeaza
A.4.02 – Opinion vs. Fact 20 minute 0 Vizualizeaza
A.4.03 – Critical Review of Newspapers 60 minute 0 Vizualizeaza
A.4.04 – Challenging Stereotypes and Myths 30 minute 0 Vizualizeaza
A.4.05 - Closing Session and Evaluation: 10 minute 0 Vizualizeaza

Module 4 session 2

Rezultatele invatarii

On completion of this workshop, senior volunteers (learners) will be able to:

  • Understand the problem-solving process;
  • Understand some simple models for problem-solving;
  • Implement some basic problem-solving techniques;
  • Test out different methods for problem solving when an individual has specific, identified needs.

Assessment

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Further reading

Ice-breaker activity adapted from, source: Serna-Wallender, Alexander, "Shaping Community - Teamwork and Critical Thinking" (2013). Understanding by Design: Complete Collection. 256. http://digitalcommons.trinity.edu/educ_understandings/256

Step-by-step guide to problem solving:

https://au.reachout.com/articles/a-step-by-step-guide-to-problem-solving

A Guide to Problem Solving: https://www.leadershipthoughts.com/guide-to-problem-solving/

Mindtools, 2017 – Lost at Sea Exercise: https://www.mindtools.com/pages/article/team-building-problem-solving.htm

Serna-Wallender, Alexander, "Shaping Community - Teamwork and Critical Thinking" (2013). Understanding by Design: Complete Collection. 256. http://digitalcommons.trinity.edu/educ_understandings/256

The basics of creative problem-solving: http://www.innovationmanagement.se/imtool-articles/the-basics-of-creative-problem-solving-cps/  

Drill Down Technique:

https://www.accipio.com/eleadership/mod/wiki/view.php?id=1811  

Solve Problems by Combining the Five Whys with the Drill Down Technique: http://www.geekpreneur.com/solve-problems-by-combining-the-five-whys-with-the-drill-down-technique

A.4.06 – Ice-breaker 20 minute 0 Vizualizeaza
A.4.07 – Introduction to Problem-solving 20 minute 0 Vizualizeaza
A.4.08 – Lost at Sea 30 minute 0 Vizualizeaza
A.4.09 – Identifying a Problem 30 minute 0 Vizualizeaza
A.4.10 – Problem-solving: Practice 40 minute 0 Vizualizeaza
A.4.11 - Closing Session and Evaluation: 10 minute 0 Vizualizeaza

Module 5 session 1

Rezultatele invatarii

On completion of this workshop, senior volunteers (learners) will be able to:

- Understand the basics of communication and negotiation skills.

- Understand how to treat others with respect and honesty when communicating with diverse groups.

- Understand how to facilitate group discussions authentically and successfully.

Assessment

Further reading

English:

“The 7 Cs of Communication” -

https://youtu.be/v4OmXaihEp0

German:

What means Communication -

https://youtu.be/z4EFDWgVzyw?list=PLQCjYOHAlAK8lRe0gIJUbmWYFf-VOeoEq

“Four aspects of news” -

https://youtu.be/9VJn1cPbf1A

A Failure to Communicate -

https://youtu.be/8Ox5LhIJSBE

A.5.01 – Ice-breaker 20 minute 0 Vizualizeaza
A.5.02 – Introduction to Models of Communication 10 minute 0 Vizualizeaza
A.5.03 – Perception and Communication 40 minute 0 Vizualizeaza
A.5.04 – Principles of Motivation 70 minute 0 Vizualizeaza
A.5.041 - Closing Session and Evaluation 10 minute 0 Vizualizeaza

Module 5 session 2

Rezultatele invatarii

On completion of this workshop, senior volunteers (learners) will be able to:

  • Understand how to communicate more effectively in groups.
  • Understand when to use negotiation skills and how to use them effectively with diverse groups.
  • Understand how to teach others conversational English/host language and support others whose first language is not English/host language.

Assessment

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Further reading

Difference Between Cooperative Learning and Group Work -

https://youtu.be/7MwYjSSBN1A

5 Elements of Cooperative Learning - https://youtu.be/Izk76RZO4j0

https://esol.britishcouncil.org/sites/default/files/Language_issues_migration_integration_perspectives_teachers_learners.pdf

https://www.britishcouncil.org/voices-magazine/tips-teaching-english-arabic-speakers

A.5.05 – Introduction to group-work (as a learner and as a facilitator) minute 0 Vizualizeaza
A.5.06 – Effective Collaboration in a group 80 minute 0 Vizualizeaza
A.5.07 – How to teach others conversational English/host language and support others whose first language is not English 20 minute 0 Vizualizeaza
A.5.08– Preparing for self-study 15 minute 0 Vizualizeaza
A.5.09 – Summary and Reflection 25 minute 0 Vizualizeaza

Module 6 session 1

Rezultatele invatarii

On completion of this workshop, senior volunteers (learners) will be able to:

  • Understand facilitation;
  • Understand group dynamics.

Assessment

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Further reading

http://www.combatpoverty.ie/publications/DevelopingFacilitationSkills_2008.pdf

https://www.mindtools.com/pages/article/RoleofAFacilitator.htm

https://seedsforchange.org.uk/tools.pdf

https://www.mindtools.com/pages/article/improving-group-dynamics.htm

A.6.0 – One word Ice-breaker 20 minute 0 Vizualizeaza
A.6.01 – Brainstorming on Facilitation in a group 20 minute 0 Vizualizeaza
A.6.02– Introduction to Facilitation skills and Understanding group dynamic 50 minute 0 Vizualizeaza
A.6.03 – Group dynamics 35 minute 0 Vizualizeaza
A.6.04 – Closing exercise and evaluation 15 minute 0 Vizualizeaza

Module 6 session 2

Rezultatele invatarii

On completion of this workshop, senior volunteers (learners) will be able to:

  • Identify the different methods to facilitate a group.
  • Practice using these methods.
  • Evaluate which methods work best for group work with migrant communities.

Assessment

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Further reading

http://www.combatpoverty.ie/publications/DevelopingFacilitationSkills_2008.pdf

https://www.mindtools.com/pages/article/RoleofAFacilitator.htm

 https://seedsforchange.org.uk/tools.pdf

https://www.mindtools.com/pages/article/improving-group-dynamics.htm

A.6.05 – Introduction to facilitation methods 30 minute 0 Vizualizeaza
A.6.07 – World Café in Integration Work 60 minute 0 Vizualizeaza
A.6.08– Introduction to role play for grouop facilitation 45 minute 0 Vizualizeaza
A.6.09 – Closing exercise and evaluation 15 minute 0 Vizualizeaza

Module 7 session 1

Rezultatele invatarii

On completion of this workshop, senior volunteers (learners) will be able to:

  • Understand the basics of adult learning theory;
  • Understand the different learning styles they might encounter and how to appeal to each style.

Assessment

Quick Quiz for Lesson 1 - Module 7 “Tutorial Skills”

Further reading

8 Important Characteristics of Adult Learners: https://elearningindustry.com/8-important-characteristics-of-adult-learners

Learning styles and didactics in adult learning: https://ec.europa.eu/epale/en/blog/learning-styles-and-didactics-adult-learning

Peter Jarvis, Adult Education and Lifelong Learning: Theory and Practice: https://pendidikanmatematikausn.files.wordpress.com/2015/11/peter_jarvis-adult_education_and_lifelong_learning__theory_and_practice_3rd_edition2004.pdf    

VARK: http://vark-learn.com  

Lynda.com from LinkedIn: https://www.lynda.com

17 Tips To Motivate Adult Learners: https://elearningindustry.com/17-tips-to-motivate-adult-learners

Motivating Adult Learners: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aee4ONWZFj0   

eLearning Coach/Get Your Audience Pumped: 30 Ways to Motivate Adult Learners: http://theelearningcoach.com/elearning_design/isd/30-ways-to-motivate-adult-learners/

A.7.0 – Ice-breaker 15 minute 0 Vizualizeaza
A.7.01 - Introduction to adult learning theory 60 minute 0 Vizualizeaza
A.7.02 - Introduction to Learner Motivation 45 minute 0 Vizualizeaza
A.7.04 – Closing session and evaluation 30 minute 0 Vizualizeaza

Module 7 session 2

Rezultatele invatarii

On completion of this workshop, senior volunteers (learners) will be able to:

  • Understand the skills required to be an effective tutor;
  • Understand if they have the attributes needed to be an effective tutor to diverse learners;
  • Understand how to put together coherent and practical training materials for diverse learners.

Assessment

Quick Quiz for Lesson 2 - Module 7 “Tutorial Skills”

Further reading

G+L (Giving + Learning): https://givingpluslearning.org

Designing Lessons for Diverse Learners: http://education.msu.edu/te/secondary/pdf/Designing-Lessons-for-Diverse-Learners.pdf

Training Material - Development Guide:

https://www.msb.se/RibData/Filer/pdf/26433.pdf

A.7.05 – Introduction to tutoring skills – self assessment, do you have what it takes to be a tutor? 75 minute 0 Vizualizeaza
A.7.06 - Skills for developing training materials for diverse learners. 55 minute 0 Vizualizeaza
A.7.07 – Closing session and evaluation 30 minute 0 Vizualizeaza

Module 8 session 1

Rezultatele invatarii

On completion of this workshop, senior volunteers (learners) will be able to:

  • Understand the ‘hardware’ and the ‘software’ they need to be able to get online;
  • Understand how to stay safe and secure online;
  • Set up an email address and send an email with an attachment.

Assessment

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Further reading

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A.8.0 – Introduction and Skills Audit 45 minute 0 Vizualizeaza
A.8.01 – Introduction to internet safety 30 minute 0 Vizualizeaza
A.8.02 – Setting up an email account using G-Mail 65 minute 0 Vizualizeaza
A.8.03 – Closing session and evaluation 15 minute 0 Vizualizeaza

Module 8 session 2

Rezultatele invatarii

On completion of this workshop, senior volunteers (learners) will be able to:

  • Use basic IT skills to access information online;
  • Advise their mentoring partners about how to access information online;
  • Understand the basics in online networking, with peers and their mentoring partners.

Assessment

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Further reading

Citizen’s Information Service website: www.citizensinformation.ie

A.8.04 – Workshop Opening and Introduction 20 minute 0 Vizualizeaza
A.8.05 – Introduction to internet browsers and search engines 50 minute 0 Vizualizeaza
A.8.06 – Accessing Information Online 50 minute 0 Vizualizeaza
A.8.07 – Understanding Netiquette 20 minute 0 Vizualizeaza
A.8.08 – Closing session and evaluation 10 minute 0 Vizualizeaza

Module 8 session 3

Rezultatele invatarii

On completion of this workshop, senior volunteers (learners) will be able to:

  • Access information and learning materials through the BRAMIR platform;
  • Practice online learning through the BRAMIR platform;
  • Support mentoring partners to access training materials online through the BRAMIR platform.

Assessment

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Further reading

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A.8.09 – Workshop Opening and Introduction 10 minute 0 Vizualizeaza
A.8.10 – Introduction to the BRAMIR E-learning Platform 50 minute 0 Vizualizeaza
A.8.11 – Learning through the BRAMIR E-learning Platform 40 minute 0 Vizualizeaza
A.8.12 – Online Networking through the BRAMIR E-learning Platfrom 40 minute 0 Vizualizeaza
A.8.13 – Closing session and evaluation 10 minute 0 Vizualizeaza