A Semi-Detailed Lesson Plan in English

Grade 11
I. Objectives
After the 60-minute period, 85% of the students will be able to:
a) define the meaning of non-verbal communication
b) express the connection between body languages and its importance in communication.
c) perform the different gestures and body languages.
d) distinguish positive and negative gestures and body languages.
e) build rapport in creating spontaneous group performance on gestures and body language.
f) interpret the various non-verbal cues presented in the class.
II. Subject Matter
1. Topic: Non-Verbal Communication
Sub-topic: Gestures and Body Language
2. Concept: Nonverbal communication, or body language, is a vital form of
communication.
The nonverbal signals you send either produce a sense of interest, trust, and
desire for connection or they generate disinterest, distrust, and confusion.
3. References:
E. Tendero, H. Mora, & N. Tanuecoz (2009). Fundamentals of Effective Speech & Oral
Communication: Mutya Publishing House, Inc., p. 123-132.
http://www.skillsyouneed.com/ips/nonverbalcommunication.html
4. Materials:
Index cards, power point presentation, laptop and speaker
III. Procedure
A. Routine Activity
Classroom management
Prayer
Attendance
B. Motivation
Good communication is the foundation of successful relationships, both personally and
professionally. But we communicate with much more than words. In fact, research shows that the
majority of our communication is non-verbal. (ppt. presentation)
C. Lesson Proper
The ability to understand and use nonverbal communication are powerful tools that will
help you connect with others, express what you really mean, navigate challenging situations, and
build better relationships at home and work. (ppt. presentation)
Non-verbal communication
- Communication without the use of spoken language. It includes gestures, facial
expressions, and body positions (known collectively as body language), as well
as unspoken understandings and presuppositions, and cultural and environmental
conditions that may affect any encounter between people.
A gesture is a form of non-verbal communication made with a part of the body, used
instead of or in combination with verbal communication.
Gestures are classified in various ways:
1. Descriptive gestures are just what the name implies. They are gestures which
aid words in describing anything. The illustrative gesture attempts to do for
speech, in a limited way, what an illustrator does for written words. They make

word adjectives clear indicating limitations or qualifications of things as regards

shape, movements, size, number and so forth.
2. Suggestive gestures are representative or figurative rather than literal. These
are conventional signs like the clenched fist to show force, determination, power,
or anger. These gestures are used suggestively to show your mood.
3. Locative gestures are used to locate things. It points to place, position, or
direction. In these gestures, your eyes ordinarily first glance towards the scene
that is being pointed-out, and then immediately come back to the audience.
4. Emphatic gestures are used when words or ideas need to be stressed or
reinforced. Some speakers will pound a table with a fist, or give one good bang as
part of the forceful expression on his idea.
5. Dramatic or Imitative gestures convey impersonation of another persons
action or acting out part of narrative. These help the audience imagine the
actions you are narrating. It also adds animation to your narration to make your
story alive and interesting.
Body Language - the process of communicating nonverbally through conscious or
unconscious gestures and movements. It adds richness and personal intensity to the
very expression of those thoughts and feelings we are trying to communicate.
Communication involves more than just words. Bodily motion, eye-contact, and
even non-verbal sounds are also used when we speak.
1. The Facial Expressions should reflect the speakers thinking and emotional
attitudes. Face reflects what is in the heart of the person and it is in the face that
the audience could read what emotion the speaker conveys.
2. Posture maybe described as how the speaker stands and moves around. It
could be an indicator of speakers confidence or lack of it.
3. Movement refers to total body movement as the speaker shifts from one
position to another. It helps to catch the attention of the audience in conveying
concrete meaning to the message.
4. Hand gestures are a complement for the demonstration of speakers idea.
Some conventional gestures have acquired almost universal meaning like the
victory signs and thumbs up. However, a speaker must be careful of overdoing it.
Too much of it will only distract the audience, it must be done naturally.
D. Generalization

Non-verbal communication is an extremely complex yet integral part of overall

communication skills. However, people are often totally unaware of their non-verbal
behavior.
Everything communicates, including material objects, physical space, and time systems.
Although verbal output can be turned off, non-verbal cannot. Even silence speaks.
Non-verbal communication skills are developed at a very young age.
Non verbal communication, especially body language, can send a strong message, in
spite of what your words say. Even the tone of your voice, its pitch, volume, quality, and
speed effects what you say.

E. Application

INDIVIDUAL ACTIVITY (I Cant Believe This!)

Time frame: 10 minutes
The teacher will select five (5) willing participants in the class to enact the nonverbal cues while saying the line I cant believe this.
The teacher will then select juries to rate the performance of the participants
performance based on their effective usage of non-verbal cues.
GROUP ACTIVITY (Show me a Picture of ____)
Time frame: 10 minutes
The class will be divided in five (5) groups and together will participate in planning
a scenario wherein they will later portray using only their bodies as props.
The teacher together with the juries will then select the most outstanding group
picture base on their non-verbal expressions and creativity.
IV. Evaluation
I.

Identify the expression that each face shows. Choose your answers from the choices listed inside
the box. (15 minutes)
contented
angry

shy
suspicious

happy

II.

sad

bossy

surprise

crying

afraid

Write the different meanings of the following hand gestures. Choose your answers below.
Pointing

strength
location
dislike
anger

Open palm

Palm facing
the audience

giving
rejection
direction
receiving

Clench fist

emphasis
welcome
stop
determination

V. Assignment
In a one-half clean sheet of paper, provide a brief essay regarding the quote given below.
"Action speaks louder than words". Discuss this statement with reference
to importance of non-verbal communication in our day to day life. Support your
arguments with relevant examples.

Prepared by:
Kate B. Otto
SHS-Teacher Applicant