Week 1: Course Foundations & Mindful Communication
Getting Started & Communication Exploration
Session Agenda
| Duration | Activity |
|---|---|
| 10 min | Welcome and introductions Brief instructor introduction and course overview |
| 15 min | Ice-breaker: Two Truths and a Lie Students share three statements about themselves; others guess which is false. Debrief: What communication cues did you use? |
| 20 min | Small group discussion: Communication experiences Groups of 3-4 discuss: What makes communication easy vs. difficult? |
| 15 min | Class debrief and concept introduction Connect group insights to course concepts |
| 10 min | Mindfulness exercise and preview Brief guided breathing; introduce mindful communication practice |
Materials Needed
- Name tags or table tents
- Handout: Communication Components diagram
- Timer for activities
- Whiteboard/markers for debrief notes