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least one lesson learned from difficulties they have
encountered and identify at least two positive peers or
adults with whom to talk when they have problems.
- After reviewing their personal posters, participants will
identify the components of their vision for a healthy,
thriving lifestyle and at least two strategies they need to
implement in order to achieve it.
Total hours for Unit 1^13 hours, 45
minutes
Unit 2: Interpersonal Development
Sessions Objectives Time- Active Listening
- After generating ideas as a large group and working in
pairs, participants will identify at least three verbal and
three nonverbal communication behaviors that
demonstrate effective listening and are culturally
appropriate. - Using a series of real life scenarios, participants will
demonstrate at least two active listening skills.
- After generating ideas as a large group and working in
1 hour, 30
minutes- Positive
Communication- After practicing with a partner, participants will
demonstrate at least two positive communication
techniques that are culturally appropriate. - Using a series of self-assessment questions, participants
will consider a list of active listening skills and identify at
least one personal strength and one area for personal
improvement.
- After practicing with a partner, participants will
2 hours- Making
Decisions- Using the steps of decision making and reflecting upon
their own decisions, participants will demonstrate at
least one method for identifying problems or priorities,
possible causes, proposing possible solutions, analyzing
pros and cons of each possible solution, and making
decisions consistent with personal values.
- Using the steps of decision making and reflecting upon
2 hours- Creative Ideas 1.^ After a small group activity, participants will generate
creative solutions for one community or personal
priority.
1 hour, 30
minutes- Negative to
Positive- Working in teams, participants will demonstrate at least
one strategy to access resources and will investigate,
research, or learn more about a personal or community
priority.
- Working in teams, participants will demonstrate at least
- Working in group of four to five and using youth-
2 hours