Emotional Intelligence Lesson Plan

Introduction to Emotional Intelligence

10 Min

Begin with a hook: Pose the question, 'How do emotions influence our decisions and interactions?' Allow a brief moment for students to ponder. Follow this with a brief storytelling segment about a famous leader who demonstrated high emotional intelligence. Introduce the concept of Emotional Intelligence (EI) and explain that it involves the ability to perceive, control, and evaluate emotions. Use a summary excerpt to provide a concise definition and examples of EI in various contexts. Introduce the key objectives of the lesson.

Note

Engage students by connecting the concept to real-life examples and posing a thought-provoking question.

Components of Emotional Intelligence

15 Min

Present the five components of EI: self-awareness, self-regulation, motivation, empathy, and social skills. Use a worksheet that outlines each component with definitions and examples. Break students into small groups for a Think-Pair-Share activity where they discuss which component they believe is most important and why. Reconvene as a class and use a Rule Table to summarize the key points discussed.

Note

Encourage group discussions to help students internalize the components of EI and see their relevance.

Practical Applications

20 Min

Provide a context excerpt that describes a workplace scenario requiring high EI. Assign students to groups for a Jigsaw Method activity where each group analyzes different aspects of the scenario (e.g., identifying emotions, strategies for regulation, and communication techniques). Come back together and have each group present their findings. Follow this with a Peer Teaching segment where students pair up and teach each other the key points they learned.

Note

Use real-world scenarios to make the concept of EI tangible and applicable. Ensure each group has a clear task to maintain focus.

Conclusion and Q&A

10 Min

Summarize the key points of the lesson using a worksheet that highlights the main components and applications of EI. Open the floor for a Q&A session where students can ask questions or share their reflections. Use a Quick Write activity where students jot down one key takeaway and one question they still have about EI.

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Provide a structured summary to reinforce learning and allow time for students to clarify any uncertainties.

Assessment and Reflection

10 Min

Distribute a self-assessment worksheet where students rate their own EI skills and identify areas for improvement. Follow this with a Reflective Journal activity where students write about how they can apply EI in their personal and professional lives. Collect these journals for review and provide individual feedback.

Note

Encourage honest self-reflection and provide constructive feedback to support student growth.