Year 7 · English · beta

The fundamentals of effective discussion

In this unit, pupils solidify and build thier spoken language skills. They start by learning what an effective discussion is and how they can use listening skills effectively. They then look at how questions and evidence can improve discussions before practising have conversations.

This is an attributed Oak National Academy lesson sequence, not a completed or academically approved DASKEREL course. Supporting transcripts may depend on video, images, practical equipment or teacher explanation. Follow each lesson’s supervision guidance. For religious education and RSHE, follow the school’s syllabus, policy and safeguarding procedures.

Prior knowledge

  • Pupils can use active listening skills to listen to other's perspectives
  • Pupils understand how to respond appropriately
  • Pupils understand how to give their opinion and advocate for themselves in a polite and respectful manner
  • Pupils can disagree with an opinion and resolve challenges in a respectful way
  • Pupils can expand explanations to develop comments

Source curriculum references

  • Supporting ideas and arguments with factual detail
  • Knowing the differences between spoken and written language
  • Speak confidently and effectively
  • Use standard English in informal contexts
  • Keeping to the point in a speech or presentation
  • Participating in formal debates and discussions
  • Building on what has been said in structured discussions/debates
  • Summarising what has been said in structured discussions/debates

Oak source metadata. DASKEREL has not independently verified school-level coverage.

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