SLIDE 2 Instructions: Give the student 2 options in quick decision scenarios. Ask: “What would you choose and why?” Then follow up: “How would you convince someone who disagrees?” Examples: Organize a work party on a Friday or Saturday? Invest in training or new equipment? Take a vacation in the mountains or at the beach? Let the student explain and gently push back: “Hmm, I’m not so sure I agree…” and see how they respond.v

SLIDE 3 We saw the first category in last lesson so just verbally refresh by asking Introduce and Categorize: 🟣 Disagreeing Politely: “I’m not sure I agree with that.” “I can see your point, but…” “That’s a valid perspective, however…” “I’m afraid I see it differently.” 🟢 Softening Language: “Maybe we could consider…” “What if we tried…?” “Have you thought about…?” “I’m wondering if there’s another option…” 🟡 Negotiation / Compromise: “How about we meet halfway?” “I’d be open to that if we also…” “Let’s find a solution we’re both happy with.” “What would work best for both of us?” Mini-practice: Match phrases to categories and practice saying them aloud. Focus on tone and politeness.

SLIDE 4 Instructions: Present 2–3 realistic dilemmas. In each, you have different preferences. Student must disagree politely and suggest an alternative. Scenarios: You’re coworkers. You want a formal venue for an event. They want a casual one. You’re planning a team schedule. They want to start early; you prefer a later time. You both have different ideas for how to spend the department’s budget. Model one together, then let them lead. Focus on tone, turn-taking, and offering solutions.

SLIDE 5 Task: You and the student are planning a group trip/event/project. You must negotiate and agree on: The location The budget The activities/schedule Twist: Give the student some limitations (e.g., “the budget is tight,” “one team member has special needs,” “your boss wants results”) to add a layer of realism and challenge. Encourage: Polite disagreement Asking clarifying questions Proposing creative compromises Justifying suggestions with reasons 💬 Example Language to Watch For: “I’m not sure that would work for everyone, maybe we could…” “How about we keep the location but change the schedule?” “What’s your main concern about my idea?”

SLIDE 6 & 7 Ask: “How did that negotiation feel?” “What was challenging about disagreeing politely?” “Which new phrases did you use or hear today?” Teacher Feedback: Praise good use of negotiation and softening language Gently correct any phrasing or tone that sounded too direct or unclear Suggest 1–2 phrases for future practice Optional Homework: Write a short dialogue: Two coworkers disagreeing on a plan but finding a compromise. Watch a short negotiation scene (e.g., business meeting or teamwork clip) and list phrases used