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Staying on Topic

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Get from the beginning of a conversation to a successful end with a communication activity. Learners practice staying on topic with a worksheet that prompts them to ask questions and make comments related to the subject of the conversation.

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Concepts

conversation skills, communication, social skills, autism, social development

Additional Tags

classroom support

Instructional Ideas

  • Use in a small group setting, or one-on-one with an aide
  • Brainstorm a list of conversation topics for class members to discuss

Classroom Considerations

  • Helpful for mainstream classes as well as pupils with autism

Pros

  • Differentiates conversation needs by age level
  • Provides a handout and blank worksheet for student use

Cons

  • None

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