- Show pupils a selection of video clips in which different groups of people are meeting in different settings, eg a group of friends chatting in a coffee bar; a coach giving his team a pep talk before a match; staff at an advertising agency brainstorming ideas; a public meeting on a local issue; a debate in the House of Commons. Pupils could identify and discuss the purpose of each meeting, and the differences in their style and organisation. Was there a chairperson? Was anyone making a note of what was said? What worked well? What didn't? Did everyone have their say?
- Divide pupils into small groups and give them a limited time to draw two annotated sketches on large pieces of paper or a flip chart. One should show a meeting that is progressing well, and the other a meeting where things have gone wrong. Each group should then discuss their sketches with the class. Use the presentations to draw up a list of what makes for an effective meeting, and what causes a meeting to go badly.
- Pupils could then decide in what situations they might hold a formal meeting to discuss class business, and when to use informal discussion, circle time.
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- identify what is needed for an effective meeting to take place
- evaluate the effectiveness of holding meetings in different situations
- apply what they have learnt about meetings to school situations
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