Miscellaneous
Social Thinking
Group Collaboration
AC Essentials
Stress Management
100
What are the 5 W's and one H? Why do you use them?
Who, What, Where, When, Why, How Used to connect to the topic being discussed. To clarify information. To show interest.
100
What are friend/people files?
"Files" that we keep in our minds to help us organize and keep information that we know about our friends, e.g., things they like to do, like to eat, things that annoy them, etc.
100
What would be the benefit of following the "hidden" rule of "give reasons for your suggestions"?
Others understand your perspective. They may be more willing to go with your idea if they understand the reasoning behind it.
100
What is pragmatic communication. Why is it important to know what it is?
Verbal and nonverbal communication Listening for verbal cues (tone, words) and nonverbal cues (facial expression, gestures, eye contact) tell us what someone is trying to communicate to us.
100
What are two stress management/relief techniques you can use?
What is Deep Breathing, Distracting/shifting one’s attention to something else, raising one’s shoulders up to one’s ears and holding it for several seconds then dropping them. Exercise. Eating a balanced diet, Ask for help/communicating/talking to others, Laughing
200
People might forget what you said or did but they don’t forget how you made them ____________ What verbal and/or nonverbal communication factors might affect this message (positively or negatively)?
they don't forget how you made them FEEL. TONE of voice, facial expression, eye contact
200
What is "thinking with your eyes"?
Observing the situation and what others are doing and saying FIRST, before making a "smart" guess as to what to do next in any given situation.
200
What is the first “hidden rule” a group should do? And why is this important?
MAKE AND AGREE ON A PLAN – without a plan there is chaos – everyone is not working together – assignment doesn’t get done
200
What is self advocacy?
Self advocacy means speaking up for yourself. Letting others know what you need to be successful. Standing up for yourself. Asking for help.
200
How does stress effect your brain's ability to work in a stressful situation?
What is Reduced learning/memory, reduced ability to think logically/clearly
300
Give an example of an "I" message. Why are "I" messages important to use?
I think _______________ because _____________ "I" messages let others know what you think and why. When people understand the "why" they are usually more willing to do what you are asking. We are able to make connections with others when they know how we think.
300
What does "unexpected" behavior mean?
Doing something that is unexpected in the context of a given situation. Not following the "hidden" rules of a situation. Example: Jumping up and down in classes is unexpected behavior. It would not be unexpected if you did it in the rally court when talking to friends.
300
What are the qualities of a good leader in a group collaboration situation?
guides the group, checks in with others as to what they are doing/feeling, listens, accepts the ideas of others, helps with the work, keeps group on track – DOES NOT dominate and immediately direct and use their own ideas.
300
What is an accommodation?
An accommodation supports you to be able to show what you know. It does not change the curriculum, but allows you to do your best. Examples: Extended time on a test or assignment, using a computer to type an essay, taking a test in a small group/quiet area
300
What is one good thing about stress?
It can often be motivating. Help us be present in the moment. Increase our focus. Get us to do something we didn't want to do (get out of bed, compete in a race/competitive event)
400
Name FOUR things that represent NONVERBAL communication.
posture, gestures, facial expression, eye contact, proximity, speed of movement, general appearance/hygiene
400
What are the FOUR steps of communication?
BRAIN - Thinking about others and what they are doing first. BODY - Positioning your body towards the person/group EYES - Thinking with your eyes as to what is going on - what are others doing - making eye contact/intent to communicate WORDS - Connected to others by staying on topic
400
If you have finished your part of the project in a group collaboration what would be the next step?
To look out for what others need. Help someone to complete their part of the project if they are having difficulty to the entire group meets the deadline. No one is done until everyone is done.
400
What is emotional regulation?
Being able to manage one's emotions in a stressful situation. Being able to remain calm/use calming strategies rather than become overwhelmed by one's emotions and make decisions you might regret later.
400
Name one service that supports you on your IEP?
Academic Communication, other special ed classes, speech therapy, counseling services,
500
What are the FOUR steps of joining a group?
BRAIN - Thinking about others and what the group is doing (looking for clues) BODY - Positioning your body towards the person/group - expected proximity MIRRORING what the group is doing EYES - Making eye contact/intent to communicate WORDS - Connected to others by starting with the topic they are already talking about.
500
What are "hidden rules"?
What you should know but no one tells you. (group collaboration rules, social communication rules)
500
What are four benefits of using hidden group collaboration rules?
Group achieves their goal faster. When everybody helps and shares information = Easier to work in the group. Have to be flexible and change plans. Describing accurately & carefully = Less frustration AND less complicated and more enjoyable!
500
What is perspective taking?
Putting yourself in someone else's "shoes". Understanding that others do not have the same perspective/ideas that you do. If one event happened (car accident) and four people saw it - they would all have a different perspective regarding what happened.
500
What does FBI mean? What does ESP mean?
What is Feel it Big on the Inside Express it Small in Public
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