IX. SAMPLE LESSONS:
Introduction
This chapter contains sample lessons for use in your education programs for
incarcerated youth and adults. In planning and developing the sample lessons,
we have adhered to three principles. They are:
- The majority of the lessons can fit into an hour class or can be utilized
over several class hours, depending on the instructional activities you choose
and how you structure them. Most can also be customized for individual use.
- The lessons are generally self–contained. All the handouts you need
for the lessons are in the manual. Easily–found objects are used in a few
lessons. These should be items which can be brought into most correctional
facilities, knowing that rules vary from facility to facility. Any books which
are used are listed under “Resources Materials” on page 207.
- The lessons generally target skill building which may not be identified as
important in more traditional adult education material. While there are a
number of lessons which specifically address basic skills and GED preparation,
many deal with skills which will be of particular benefit during the
incarceration and transition period: communication, health promotion, and
workforce preparation. In each of the latter lessons, basic skills are also
honed with writing assignments, reading, problem solving, etc.
The lessons were developed primarily by practitioners who submitted favorite
lessons, which were revised and included in this chapter. The names of the
contributors appear at the bottom of the sample lessons. Other lessons were
developed in response to needs identified in focus groups and surveys.
For ease of use, the lessons have been organized by several topic areas
including: classroom management, learning styles, basic skills and GED
preparation, health promotion, communication, values/life skills, and
preparation for transition. When you use the lessons, let us know about your
experiences. If you have suggestions for revisions or additional lessons to
add, send them to:
Hudson River Center for Program Development, Inc.
102 Mosher Road, Glenmont, NY 12077
phone: (518) 432–4005 fax: (518) 427–9718
E–mail: smithbe@aol.com
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