1. Dialogue & Communication 2009-2010
Ministry of Education
ELT General Supervision
Life Skills
Grade 7
Dialogue & Communication

2. Aims of the Course The course aims at :
promoting learners‘ interpersonal skills that help them interact with others
expanding problem-solving skills that can prevent conflicts.
taking learners a step forward in understanding the concept of life through situations and activities within their lexical, functional and structural repertoire of the language.

3. instill and reinforcing the positive values towards the learner himself and his society, consolidating fully the spirit of creativity and innovation in this domain.

4. Vision
Promoting skills which develop creativity, positive communication, psychological respite, a sense of ambition, confidence, self-respect and respect for others.

5. Mission The course aims at
creating a Kuwaiti citizen according to educational goals which support learners' intellectual, physical and psychological growth.
providing the learner with skills that allow for independency, an ability to adapt with rapid life changes and become a responsible person in the society.
allowing for the conservation of ethics, religious and social values.

6. General Goals of the Course
To cater for the needs and tendencies of learners.
To respect Islamic values and principles.
To make the learning process a comprehensive and progressive one.
To modify learners' behaviour.
To promote self-learning
To discriminate individual differences.
To promote respect towards viewpoints, values and feelings of others.

7. To create an appreciation of the value of cooperation.
To encourage social interaction.
To associate activities with various life experiences.
To enhance appreciation of appropriate paralinguistic features.
To enhance language skills through e- learning.

8. Course Objectives
1. Proficiency Goals

9. I- Listening Skill
Upon completion of the course, pupils are expected to…
understand and follow simple instructions and directions.
differentiate between some patterns of speech.
recognize appropriate paralinguistic features of communication.
listen attentively to English material including a poem and conversations.
recognize importance of using terms of address and politeness.

10. II-Speaking Skill express their feelings and opinions.
Upon completion of the course, pupils are expected to be able to…
express their feelings and opinions.
use language functions appropriately.
participate in conversations and discussions.
discuss a project.

11. III-Reading Skill read and understand instructions.
Upon completion of the course, pupils are expected to be able to…
read and understand instructions.
answer questions related to the text they have read.
read a poem , texts and conversations.

12. IV-Writing Skill
Upon completion of the course, pupils are expected to be able to…
complete dialogues.
write paragraphs.
express opinions.

13. 2. Cognitive Goals

14. use language functions properly. use proper addressing styles.
Upon completion of the course, pupils are expected to be able to…
use language functions properly.
use proper addressing styles.

15. 3. Affective Goals

16. Upon completion of the course, pupils are expected to show …
respect for Islamic values and principles.
pride in citizenship.
respect towards viewpoints, values and feelings of others.
appreciation of the value of cooperation.
willingness to interact socially.
appreciation of appropriate paralinguistic features.

17. It includes 4 units with 2 lessons each
Course description
It’s designed for 7th graders.
designed to be offered 8 times
one period weekly
learner-centered
It includes 4 units with 2 lessons each

18. Units Unit 1 : Constructive dialogues and communication
Unit 2 :Family role in forming desirable
teen behavior
Unit 3 :Democratic Behaviour
Unit 4 : e- Learning

19. Teaching Techniques Self study E-learning Discussion Co-operative
Critical thinking
Creativity
worksheets
vocabulary

20. Course Duration 3 – 11 12 - 18 1- 2 1– 2 1 2 1- 4 19 – 24 25 – 31
Activity book
lesson
Unit
Weeks
Term
3 – 11
1- 2
1– 2 1 2
1- 4
Term period
19 – 24
25 – 31
1 - 2 3 4
5-8

21. Assessment Skills Grade Daily Participation
( Listening ,Speaking, Reading
& Writing)
Grade in words
* Grade in words: Excellent/ Very Good/ Good/ Average/ Weak

22. Sample lessons

23. Book 7
U: 1 L: 1
T’s Guide
P’s Book

24. Book 7
U: 3 L: 1
T’s Guide
P’s Book

25. Book 7
U: 4 L: 1
T’s Guide
P’s Book