Four types of communication
Which type of communication (Verbal, Nonverbal, Written, Visual) covers everything that is Spoken and Heard?
Verbal
Which component of paraverbal communication (pitch, tone, speed) describes the key (high/low) your voice is delivered?
Pitch.
When someone’s arms are crossed, their jaw is tight, and their eyebrows are furrowed, they may feel this emotion.
Angry.
False. It is best to communicate when your emotions have leveled out a bit so you don't accidently say something hurtful.
Which type of communication (Verbal, Nonverbal, Written, Visual) uses gestures, facial expressions, and body language to communicate?
Nonverbal
Which component of paraverbal communication (pitch, tone, speed) describes the various pitches that build a mood?
Tone
Smiling softly, relaxed shoulders, and slow breathing can signal this calm emotion.
Calm, relaxed, content, happy.
True or false: Making eye contact will make the speaker think you are listening to them.
True! It is important to look at the person who is talking so they know you are paying attention.
Which type of communication (Verbal, Nonverbal, Written, Visual) uses letters, numbers, and symbols to convey information?
Written.
Which component of paraverbal communication (pitch, tone, speed) describes how fast or slow a person is speaking?
Speed.
Wide eyes, raised eyebrows, and a sudden intake of breath usually mean this emotion.
Surprised, scared
True or false: When you are talking through text, cues can be missed because there are elements of communication (such as verbal) that aren't used.
True. Face to face communication is best in order to pickup on all elements of communication like tone, pitch, speed, and many others!
Which type of communication (Verbal, Nonverbal, Written, Visual) uses pictures, videos, diagrams, charts, and graphics to communicate?
Visual.
What is one thing a high pitch indicate?
Anxiety, friendliness, happiness, scared.
You might notice fast talking, fidgeting hands, and bouncing knees when someone feels this way.
Nervous
True or false: You can ignore non-verbal cues, words are the most important part of communication.
False. Verbal communication is a very small part of communication.
What is one way we can improve our communication?
True or false: If you talk really fast it will help the conversation to move quicker.
False! Talking too fast can cause misunderstanding, mishearing, and miscommunication!
This emotion is shown when someone avoids eye contact, has slouched shoulders, and speaks quietly.
Shy.
True or false: When you misunderstand somebody, you should do your best to figure it out on your own.
False. It is best to ask for clarification.