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Circle Time - a Social & Emotional Literacy Program

Circle-Time methods are widely used in primary, secondary and special education for various educational purposes in the U.S. Circle time is basically a form of circular discussion meeting led by a teacher working on a specific topic as children in the circle affect each others and collective responsibility is fostered. Circle-time method sets a good structure for activities and discussions that promotes self-esteem, self-discipline, group co-operation and responsibility towards others.

The course will be about personal values, morals and other topics that encourage positive social interaction. All the following topics are to be delivered by games and circle time forums, in the media of English instructions:

Topics Underlying Moral Value
1) Getting to know you Take time to get to know and appreciate each other.
2) Listening and concentrating Listen carefully to what people say, respect each other.
3) Feelings Consider other¡¦s feelings.
4) Being kind Be kind to others.
5) Friendship I Explore ideas such as trust, caring, sharing and respect diversity.
6) Friendship II
7) Co-operation Be co-operative and help one another.
8) Resolving Conflict Think about other people¡¦s points of view
9) Achieving I We each have special strengths which we should try to make the most of.
10) Achieving II

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