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Activity

Reciprocal Conversation

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This Reciprocal Conversation activity also includes:

Keep the conversation going with a social skills activity. Designed for learners with autism, the lesson guides peers through the back-and-forth of a conversation, encouraging them to wait their turn before responding.

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CCSS: Adaptable
Concepts
social skills, social development, conversation skills, peers, friendship, autism
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Additional Tags
classroom support
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Instructional Ideas
  • Model the conversation before having pairs or groups practice the skill
  • Use in a special education classroom or counseling office
Classroom Considerations
  • Most of the instruction focuses on a cloze activity; extend the lesson to include modeled conversations
Pros
  • Provides a reference sheet that could be helpful for teachers, students, and parents
  • Includes real-world examples for various age groups
Cons
  • None