Getting the Teacher's Attention
what is first step to getting the teacher's attention
look them in the eye
Name one of the "planks" of having a conversation.
look at the person, use a pleasant voice, listen, wait for a break
What does "accepting no for an answer" mean?
staying calm, not arguing, respecting the decision, moving on appropriately
name one example from the workplace where you could hear "no"
extra break time, time off, changing tasks, leaving early
List two reasons why raising your hand helps the classroom
prevents interruptions, shows respect, keeps the class calm, helps teacher notice you
Why is it important to use a pleasant voice when talking to someone?
it shows respect, helps people listen, avoid sounding snarky
What is accepting no an important skill? Give two reasons
builds positive relationships, shows respect for rules/authority, prevents conflicts, builds self-control
Why is accepting "no" helpful for keeping a job?
employers give instructions, following rules, helps keep the job, increase job success
Describe the steps you should follow from the moment you raise your hand until the teacher calls on you.
1. Look at the teacher
2. raise your hand
3. wait patiently
4. Speak clearly when called on
5. say thank you
SCENARIO: Jamal's friend is telling a story, and Jamal keeps thinking about what to say next. Which "plank" is Jamal not following, and what should he do instead?
Jamal is not listening. He should focus on the speaker and think about what they say.
List the 4 steps for accepting no
Look at the person, say ok, stay calm, if youdisagree, ask later
SCENARIO: At a job, your boss says you have to clean the bathrooms at work today, and you don't want to. Describe how you should respond using the expected behaviors list.
Calmly say "ok", continue to work, ask later if appropriate
SCENARIO: The teacher is talking to another student and you need help quickly. What should you do and why?
Wait patiently because the teacher ight be busy. raising voice or interrupting is not appropriate.
State the 4 "planks"
1. Look at the person
2. Use a pleasant voice
3. Listen to what is being said
4. Wait for a break
SCENARIO: you asked to go outside at recess but the teacher ay "no". Show one expected response and one unexpected response
calm response/saying ok/ continuing to work
arguing/walking away /refusing to work
show expected workplace responses to being told no
say ok, stay calm, keep working
State the steps in the correct order on how to appropriately get the teacher's attention.
1. Look at the person.
2. Raise your hand
3. Wait patiently
4. Ask your question clearly
Give an example of how to start a conversation. Give two sentences.
Greeting + one question or comment
Fill in the blanks
1. _______ the person in the eye
2. Say __________
3. stay ____________
4. If you disagree, ask__________
1. look
2. ok
3. calm
4. later
show an unexcepted response to being told "no" in the workplace
arguing, walk away, refusing to work,