Setting Up Our Classroom/ Lesson 6

Setting Up Our Classroom

Lesson 6: Creating Effective Teams

Essential Questions

• What are the characteristics and qualities of effective teams?
• How does effective teamwork contribute to the success of a group or project?
• How can problem-solving and adaptability be applied in a team setting?

Setting Up Our Classroom/ Lesson 6

Inclusive Opener

Setting Up Our Classroom/ Lesson 6

• Today, we are going to get into teams and pitch a movie idea..
• Before we get started, let’s watch how it’s done:

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Engaging Strategies

Setting Up Our Classroom/ Lesson 6

Idea Generation (5 minutes):

• Divide into small groups.
• Each group will quickly brainstorm and generate a storyline for a movie that they think will be the most entertaining, inspiring, etc.

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Pitch Preparation (10 minutes):

• Each group will quickly prepare a persuasive pitch for your movie idea.
• Be concise and highlight the key aspects of your idea.

Engaging Strategies

Setting Up Our Classroom/ Lesson 6

Pitch Preparation (5 minutes):

• Look over your persuasive pitch for your movie idea and finalize details.
• Be concise and highlight the key aspects of your idea.

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Shark Tank Presentations (15 minutes):

• Conduct the "Shark Tank" activity where each group presents their business idea to the class.
• Allocate a short time for each group to deliver their pitch and answer a couple of questions from the class.

Reflective Closure

Discussion (7 minutes)

• How did the team building activities help you understand the importance of effective teamwork and collaboration?
• What specific teamwork skills or behaviors did you observe and utilize during the activities?
• Reflect on any challenges your team encountered during the team building exercises. How did you overcome those challenges together?
• What insights have you gained about the value of teamwork and its impact on creating a positive and inclusive environment?

Setting Up Our Classroom/ Lesson 6