11th Grade How To Communicate Using Tech Tools Lesson Plan Example

Topic: Technology and Communication

Objectives & Outcomes

• Students will be able to understand the role of technology in communication and how it can be used to improve their communication skills.

Materials

• Computer with internet access
• Handouts with examples of different tech tools and their uses in communication
• Technology such as smartphones or tablets (optional)

Warm-up

• Ask students to share their experiences with different technology tools and how they use them for communication.
• Write their examples on the board and discuss how the different tools can be useful for communication.

Direct Instruction

• Introduce the various communication tools that are available online, such as email, chat, video calling, and instant messaging.
• Show students how to set up an account on a communication tool and how to use the basic features.
• Discuss the benefits and drawbacks of using each tool and give examples of appropriate and inappropriate uses.

Guided Practice

• Have students work in small groups to set up accounts on one or two communication tools and learn how to use the basic features.
• Assist students as needed, providing guidance on how to set up an account and use the features.

Independent Practice

• Have students choose one or two communication tools to focus on for the project, and create a presentation or report on how the tool can be used for communication. This could be a written report, a presentation, or a video.

Closure

• Review the key points of the lesson, including the definitions of communication tools and the ways they can be used to communicate.
• Ask students to share their thoughts on using technology for communication, and if they have any examples or stories to share.

Assessment

• Observe students during the class activity and the independent practice to assess their understanding of the material.
• Collect and review the presentations or videos created during the independent practice to assess their ability to effectively communicate using technology.