Rationale (reason for unit):To help teenagers learn the manners and etiquette that will give them confidence and that extra edge needed in the "real world". Good manners draw positive attention and may win special recognition or favors over those lacking such social skills. Poor manners result in the opposite, a negative image that may drive some prospective employers or references away.
Overview and Goal/Objective:
1. To discuss and demonstrate good manners.
2. To role play situations in which students can use what they have learned.
3. To assess and evaluate good and bad manners.
Rationale (reason for unit):To help teenagers learn the manners and etiquette that will give them confidence and that extra edge needed in the "real world". Good manners draw positive attention and may win special recognition or favors over those lacking such social skills. Poor manners result in the opposite, a negative image that may drive some prospective employers or references away.
Overview and Goal/Objective:
1. To discuss and demonstrate good manners.
2. To role play situations in which students can use what they have learned.
3. To assess and evaluate good and bad manners.
Resources:Joan Sue Seminar, Social Graces