Reading Lesson Plan

Understanding Body Language

Instructor: Lucy	Level: Intermediate	Students: 9	Length: 30 minutes

Materials:

- 9 copies of the reading text "Understanding Body Language"

- 9 copies of the vocabulary matching worksheets

- 9 copies of the comprehension question worksheets

- 9 copies of homework worksheets

- Realia(Presentation file)

- Board & markers

Aims:

- Students will understand the main idea by scheming the article.

- Students will learn vocabularies related to the article by matching worksheet.

- Students will improve intensive reading skill by answering the multiple choice.

- Students will work in pairs by guessing the details.

- Students will develop speaking skills by group discussion.

- Students will get used to research study by doing homework.

Language Skills:

- Reading: reading the article "Understanding Body Language"

- Listening: listening to the teacher's explanation & other student's speaking

- Speaking: discussing in pairs about the details of the article

- Writing: writing down the answers & doing homework

Language Systems:

- Phonology: pronunciation of the words used in the article

- Lexis: vocabularies

- Grammar: tense of sentences and relative clauses

- Function: application to the real life

- Discourse: discussion in paris

Assumptions:

- Students already know the expressions of body language.

- Students doesn't know every vocabulary of the article.

- Students know the teacher's style of teaching and the course.

- Students are able to have a discourse in pairs.

- Students don't know how to scan and skim.

Anticipated Errors and Solutions:

- Students have difficulty in comprehending meaning of the article.

⟶ Teacher explain the main idea and sentences.

- Students may not have the same reading pace.

⟶ Have students read on every other line one by one.

- If it is necessary more time for students to finish their activities

⟶ Give more time to finish their activities and cut off time to answer

by giving them the answer.

- If students finish their work earlier than anticipated

⟶ Ask students for another idea about "body language"

Reference:

- www.google.co.kr/

- http://psychology.about.com/

- PRISM2 by Wit & Wisdom

Lead-In
Material: Worksheets, Board, Board marker,
Time 3 mins	Set Up Whole Class	Procedure: - Greeting & Eliciting: Hello everyone. How are you, today? Are you pretty good? OK, Let's start today's lesson. Do you know any body languages? Or, which body languages do you use in everyday life? So, I'll help you to understand body languages in this class. (Eliciting involved in topic & Write on the board)

Pre-Activity
Materials: Vocabulary Worksheet, Board, Realia
Time 10 mins	Set Up Whole Class	Procedure: This lesson would be useful for you to understand other people's motion. Before you read the article, I'll explain some vocabularies to you. Teacher write down the vocabulary on the board one by one. T: Repeat after me. ⟶ "interpret" ⟶ "interpret" means... (T explains the meaning of each word) * interpret (Write "interpret" on the board) - deciding that is its meaning or significance * approval (Write "approval" on the board) - a formal or official statement that something is acceptable * avert (Write "avert" on the board) - preventing it from happening * gaze (Write "gaze" on the board) - looking steadily at them for a long time * pupil (Write "pupil" on the board) - the small, round, black holes in the center of your eyes * dilate (Write "dilate" on the board) - becoming wider or bigger * frown (Write "frown" on the board) - grimacing, or eyebrows becoming drawn together, due to being annoyed, worried, or puzzled * sarcasm (Write "sarcasm" on the board) - writing which actually means the opposite of what it seems to say, intended to mock or insult someone * cynicism (Write "cynicism" on the board) - the belief that people always act selfishly * commanding (Write "commanding" on the board) - strong, powerful, confident * submissive (Write "submissive" on the board) - obeying someone without arguing * hunched (Write "hunched" on the board) - leaning forwards with your shoulders raised and your head down Instruction T: OK, then, you are going to match the word to the meaning. You have 3 minutes. Draw a line in pairs. Demonstration For example, "interpret" means deciding word's meaning. Guess the answer on the right side and draw a line. CCQ What are you going to do? Do you work alone? How much time do you have? (Distribute the worksheet and watch carefully) Do your worksheet in pairs for 3 minutes. OK, time is over. Did you finish? What's the meaning of "interpret"? (check the answers orally with the students) T: OK, Now, we are going to read the article "Understanding Body Language"

Main Activity
Materials: Board, Marker, Reading text, Multiple choice worksheet, Realia(ppt file)
Time 10 mins 7 mins 3 mins	Set Up Whole Class Pairs Individually	Procedure: 1. Skimming for the Main Idea (Teacher writes down a question involved with the main idea) - What kind of body languages do you use? Instructions Have students read the article on every other line one by one. Think about the main idea while other students read. (Distribute the reading material) C.C.Q. Do you read the text alone? What do you think about it, the article? How much time do you have? 2. Explaining for Details Teacher shows students the presenting file(ppt file) to give examples involved in each body language. Instruction Look at the realia.(ppt file) With your partner, guess the details of examples involved in body language and think about what is another example. You should do in five minutes, C.C.Q. What should you do? Do you work in pairs? How much time do you have? 3. Checking for details Instruction Now, you guys scan the text and answer the multiple choices on your worksheet. You have 3 minutes. Work individually. (Distribute the worksheet) C.C.Q. What are you going to do? Do you work alone? How much time do you have? T: OK, everyone, time's up. Then, check your worksheet whether your answers are right or not. What is the answer of No.1? (Have individuals to answer, pointing them out) Do you think so, everybody? (Do the same activities for No.2 to 5)

Post-Activity
Materials: the homework worksheet
Time 5 min	Set Up Whole Class	Procedure: 1. Feedback Now, can you understand body languages and use them in real life? OK, then, let's check several things involved in this article. You can answer the type of question which is literal, interpretive, and applied. Instruction -Eliciting What is stated in this reading material? (Literal) Do all cultures have the same meaning of body language? (Interpretive) Give other examples without in the text. (Applied) 2. Conclude lesson Today, we read the material about body language. You guys did a good job and I think you can use your daily life. Finally, I'll give you homework. You can search some body languages which are used in different culture and write down it's meaning on the worksheet. So tomorrow, I'll check your homework and start a new chapter. (Distribute the homework worksheet)

Understanding Body Language

Body language refers to the nonverbal signals that we use to communicate. According to experts, these nonverbal signals make up a huge part of daily communication. From our facial expressions to our body movements, the things we don't say can still convey volumes of information.

According to various researchers, body language is thought to account for between 50 to 70 percent of all communication. Understanding body language is important, but it is also essential to remember to note other cues such as context and to look at signals as a group rather than focusing on a single action. Learn more about some of the things to look for when you are trying to interpret body language.

1. Facial Expressions

Facial expressions can convey a great deal of nonverbal information.

Think for a moment about how much a person is able to convey with just a facial expression. A smile can indicate approval or happiness, while a frown can signal disapproval or unhappiness. In some cases, our facial expressions may reveal our true feelings about a particular situation. While you may say that you are feeling fine, the look on your face may tell people otherwise.

- Emotions Expressed Through Facial Expressions

- Universal Facial Expressions

: Facial expressions are also among the most universal forms of body language. The expressions used to convey fear, anger, sadness, and happiness are similar throughout the world. Researcher Paul Ekman has found support for the universality of a variety of facial expressions tied to particular emotions including joy, anger, fear, surprise, and sadness.

2. The Eyes

The eyes are sometimes called the "windows to the soul" because they can reveal so much about what a person is thinking or feeling.

The eyes are frequently referred to as the "windows to the soul" since they are capable of revealing a great deal about what a person if feeling or thinking. As you engage in conversation with another person, taking note of eye movements is a natural and important part of the communication process. Some common things you may note is whether people are making direct eye contact or averting their gaze, how much they are blinking, or if their pupils are dilated.

3. The Mouth

The mouth and lips can convey a great deal of nonverbal information.

Mouth expressions and movements can also be essential in reading body language. For example, chewing on the bottom lip may indicate that the individual is experiencing worry, fear, or insecurity.

Covering the mouth may be an effort to be polite if the person is yawning or coughing, but it may also be an attempt to cover up a frown of disapproval. Smiling is perhaps one of the greatest body language signals, but smiles can also be interpreted in many ways. A smile may be genuine, or it may be used to express false happiness, sarcasm, or even cynicism.

4. Gestures

Gestures are often easily understood, but the their meaning can differ based on the culture.

Gestures can be some of the most direct and obvious body language signals. Waving, pointing, and using the fingers to indicate numerical amounts are all very common and easy to understand gestures. Some gestures may be cultural, however, so giving a thumbs-up or a peace sign might have a completely different meaning than it might in the United States.

5. The Arms and Legs

The movements and positions of the arms and legs can also convey a great deal of body language information.

The arms and legs can also be useful in conveying nonverbal information. Crossing the arms can indicate defensiveness. Crossing legs away from another person may indicate dislike or discomfort with that individual. Other subtle signals such as expanding the arms widely may be an attempt to seem larger or more commanding, while keeping the arms close to the body may be an effort to minimize oneself or withdraw from attention.

6. Posture

Posture can tell a lot about how a person might be feeling.

How we hold our bodies can also serve as an important part of body language. The term posture refers to how we hold our bodies as well as overall physical form of an individual. Posture can convey a wealth of information about how a person is feeling as well as hints about personality characteristics, such as whether a person is confident, open, or submissive.

Sitting up straight, for example, may indicate that a person is focused and paying attention to what's going on. Sitting with the body hunched forward, on the other hand, can imply that the person is bored or indifferent.

7. Personal Space

The image above illustrates Edward T. Hall's personal reaction bubbles, revealing how much space people typically need in various social situations.

Have you ever heard someone refer to their need for "personal space"? Have you ever started to feel uncomfortable when someone stands just a little too close to you? The term proxemics refers to the distance between people as they interact. Just as body movements and facial expressions can communicate a great deal of nonverbal information, so can this physical space between individuals.

It is also important to note that the level of personal distance that individuals need to feel comfortable can vary from culture to culture. One oft-cited example is the difference between people from Latin cultures and those from North America. People from Latin countries tend to feel more comfortable standing closer to one another as they interact, while those from North America need more personal distance.

In conclusion, like above mentioned examples, body language is an important part of communication which can constitute 50% or more of what we are communicating. If you wish to communicate well, then it makes sense to understand how you can (and cannot) use your body to say what you mean.

<vocabulary worksheet>

* Match the word to its meaning

1. interpret                   a, looking steadily at them for a long time

2. approval                   b. obeying someone without arguing

3. avert                      c. strong, powerful, confident

4, gaze                      d. intended to mock or insult someone

5. pupil                      e. the belief that people always act selfishly

6. dilate                      f. the small, round, black holes in the center of your eyes

7. frown                     g. becoming wider or bigger

8. sarcasm                  h. grimacing, or eyebrows becoming drawn together

9. cynicism                  i. preventing it from happening

10. commanding             j. deciding that is its meaning or significance

11. submissive               k. a formal or official statement that something is acceptable

12. hunched                 l. leaning forwards with your shoulders raised

and your head down

<worksheet checking for details>

* Choose the multiple choices which is related with the case of body language.

the examples	the type of body language
1. Blinking ___ 2. Clasping the hands behind the back ___ 3. A clenched fist ___ 4. Lip biting ___ 5. Happiness ___ 6. Public distance(12~25ft.) ___ 7. Closed posture ___	a. Facial Expressions b. The eyes c. The mouth d. Gesture e. The arms & legs f. Posture g. Personal space

<Homework worksheet>

* Search some body languages which are used in different culture and write down it's meaning

1. Facial Expressions

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2. The eyes

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3. The mouth

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4. Gesture

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5. The arms & legs

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6. Posture

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7. Personal space

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