Community Circle and Peer Interviewing Guide

Josh·

Community Building

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At a Glance

Grade Level9th Grade

SubjectCommunity Building

Original Prompt

Create a lesson for high school students on peer interviewing. Please add a 5 question community circle. In the peer interview questions, add questions about the students interest, values, goals, favorite things, and people they admire.

This document outlines a structured approach to fostering trust and connections within a classroom through community circles and peer interviewing activities. It provides a purpose for the community circle, emphasizing the importance of sharing voices and respectful listening. Circle norms and effective communication strategies are highlighted, including maintaining eye contact during conversations and showing engagement through verbal cues. The document contains facilitation instructions for interview sessions, where students practice active listening and follow-up questioning based on their peers' responses. Additionally, it includes specific prompts and reflective exercises designed to deepen personal connections among students, ultimately aiming to create a more supportive classroom environment.