How We Talk to Each Other
Exploring the history and impact of various communication technologies, from postal services to the internet.
Key Questions
- What are three ways you can send a message to a friend who lives far away?
- How do people let others know quickly when there is an emergency?
- How is writing a letter different from making a phone call?
CBSE Learning Outcomes
Suggested Methodologies
Role Play
Students take on specific roles within a structured scenario, applying curriculum knowledge through the perspective of a character to develop empathy, critical analysis, and communication skills.
25–50 min
Think-Pair-Share
A three-phase structured discussion strategy that gives every student in a large Class individual thinking time, partner dialogue, and a structured pathway to contribute to whole-class learning — aligned with NEP 2020 competency-based outcomes.
10–20 min
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5E Model
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