Module 6 Unit 6.2 Lesson 1 - Introduction to Global Leadership

 Lesson 1 (50 Minutes)

Introduction to Global Leadership

Lesson Objectives

By the end of the lesson, students will be able to:

• Define global leadership
• Identify qualities of effective global leaders
• Discuss challenges in multicultural workplaces
• Use leadership-related vocabulary in discussions

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Part 1 — Warm-Up (5 minutes)

Teacher Script

“Today we will talk about global leadership. Imagine you are managing a team with members from Japan, Brazil, Germany, and the Philippines. What challenges might happen?”

Student Discussion Questions

• What problems can happen in international teams?
• Is leadership style different in different countries?
• What makes a good leader?

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Part 2 — Vocabulary Introduction (10 minutes)

Key Vocabulary

Word	Meaning	Example
Cultural intelligence	Ability to work with different cultures	“Global managers need cultural intelligence.”
Adaptability	Ability to adjust to new situations	“Adaptability is important abroad.”
Collaboration	Working together	“International projects require collaboration.”
Diversity	Different backgrounds and cultures	“Diversity improves creativity.”
Leadership style	Way a leader manages people	“Her leadership style is democratic.”

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Part 3 — Guided Discussion (10 minutes)

Teacher Script

“Different cultures expect different leadership styles. In some countries, employees expect direct instructions. In others, teamwork and discussion are more common.”

Pair Discussion

Students discuss:

1. What kind of leader do you like?
2. Should leaders make decisions alone?
3. Is hierarchy important in your culture?

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Part 4 — Listening and Note-Taking Practice (10 minutes)

Teacher Reading Script

“Maria became a project manager for an international company. Her team included employees from several countries. At first, communication was difficult because team members had different expectations about meetings, deadlines, and decision-making. Maria learned to listen carefully, ask questions respectfully, and adjust her communication style. Over time, the team became more productive and cooperative.”

Student Tasks

Write notes about:

• Problems Maria faced
• Solutions she used
• Results

Answers

• Problems: communication, different expectations
• Solutions: listening, respectful questions, adapting communication
• Results: productive team

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Part 5 — Roleplay Practice (10 minutes)

Situation

A manager must solve a misunderstanding between international team members.

Student A

You are the manager.

Student B

You are an employee who feels ignored during meetings.

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Practice Script Example

Student A

“Thank you for sharing your concern. Can you explain what happened?”

Student B

“I feel that my ideas are not considered during discussions.”

Student A

“I understand. Let’s make sure everyone has equal speaking time.”

Student B

“I would appreciate that.”

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Part 6 — Wrap-Up (5 minutes)

Teacher Questions

• What is cultural intelligence?
• Why is adaptability important?
• What makes international leadership difficult?

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Homework

Write 5 sentences describing a good global leader.