Lesson 1.2：DISC

  • Lesson 1.2：DISC

    Learning Goals: By the end of this lesson you will be able to

    1. Identify elements that shape human personality.

    2. Explain how personality tests can be used in the workplace.


    • Lesson 1.2 Glossary

      • Personality
      • Synergy
      • Personality conflict
      • DISC
      • Reserved
      • Outgoing
      • Introvert
      • Extrovert/Extravert


    • Lesson 1.2 Glossary Quiz

      Do this quiz to check you know the vocabulary for this lesson.

    • Topic 1: Introversion vs Extraversion


      Question: Which personality type do you think makes a better leader?

      Listen to Simon Sinek Explain how he understands these concepts, and how he leverages his introversion to work for him! 




      Then, listen to this short discussion about why some people think that extroverts are overrepresented in leadership roles.   What do you think?


    • Topic 2: DISC Personality Test

    • Lesson 1.2 DISC classwork Assignment

      Complete the following reading:

      https://www.weeklywisdomblog.com/post/disc-personality-test


      Answer the following questions on the handout provided: 

      1. What is personality?
      2. Why is it useful to know people’s personality?
      3. What two personality traits does DISC measure?
      4. Summarize the 4 personalities in DISC using your own words.

      Then visit the website: https://www.123test.com/disc-personality-test/#its123-testAnchor and complete the test. 

      1. What is/ are your dominant traits(s)? 
      2. Do the results reveal what you expected them to?
      3. Scroll down and look at the career recommendations. What career paths are suggested for you?  What do you think? Are they similar to the ones you considered earlier in the lesson?

    • Homework 


      Researchers have identified a list of five personality traits that are viewed as significant to the workplace. These are known as the Five Big Personality Traits. Think about each of the five traits for a moment:

      1. Extraversion

      2. Agreeableness

      3. Conscientiousness

      4. Emotional Stability

      5. Openness to experience

      What do each of these traits actually mean?  For example, what does it mean to be emotionally stable? What are the characteristics and behaviour of a person who is emotionally stable? ...a person who is not emotionally stable?  Additionally, how does that behaviour affect their job performance?




    • Lesson 1.2 Exit Card Questionnaire

      Students to complete this after you've finished all activities/tasks in today's lesson.