Gibberish Teaching

Exercise Beginner 10 min 2–12

Description

In this exercise, players will practice teaching using gibberish. The focus is on clear instruction rather than actual words.

Teaching A

Two players decide on a 'Where' and a 'Who', while both agree on the same 'What': to teach a skill using gibberish. Examples of skills could include:
  • How to take pictures
  • How to play guitar

Teaching B

Form two or three large teams that simulate a classroom environment. Each team selects a 'Where', 'Who', and 'What'. Floor plans can be helpful to visualize the setting. Students perform the scene in gibberish.

Setup Requirements

A space to act out scenes, optional floor plans for teaching environments.

Point of Concentration

to instruct others using gibberish

Side Coaching

  • Encourage players to use expressive gestures.
  • Emphasize clarity in physical actions over words.

Points of Observation

  • Watch for how effectively players communicate instructions.
  • Note the use of body language and expressions.

Evaluation

  • What worked well in communication?
  • How did the audience respond?

Examples

Examples of scenarios include:
  • Children's first-grade class
  • Medical students in a dissection class

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