Nonverbal Conversations
True of False: Nonverbal communication can only be used sometimes.
False
What is an I-message?
A technique you can use to express yourself when feeling a type of emotion that will lead to open discussions.
True or False: You can only listen using your ears?
False
What does Ms. Barr start her class period every day with?
Would you rather question
What categories of conversations did Ms. Barr talk about?
Easy, Average, and Difficult
What is a nonverbal cue?
Signals that people use to communicate with one another without using language.
What is an advantage of using I-messages?
Provides clearer communication without conflict.
What does using verbal and nonverbal signals allow people to focus on?
Listening more effectively
What was the answer to the riddle in the active listening lesson?
Corn
Conversations with a friend can be labeled in what category?
What are examples of nonverbal communicating?
Eye contact, body language, touch, voice, physical environments/appearance, and use of objects.
What is another way to say I-Message?
I-Statments
What are key active listening skills?
What are life skills?
Skills that are necessary for full participation in everyday life.
When folding a piece of paper for the conversation activity, what did Ms. Barr call the fold technique?
Hot Dog Style
Why is it important to understand nonverbal cues?
What is the format of an I-message?
I feel..
When you...
Because...
The clip of active listening Ms. Barr played was from what movie? (Hint it was the one with the girl in it)
Legally Blonde
How many dogs does your teacher have?
2
What makes conversations different for each person?
Someone may think a conversation topic is easy to talk about and someone may have difficulties in that conversation topic.
How much is nonverbal communication used in society?
At least 70 percent.
What was one of the examples from the I-Messages worksheet you completed?
"Your closest friend is telling others about life"
OR
"You haven't been called on all week, even though you've raised your hand"
OR
"Someone in your family keeps forgetting to give you messages"
True or False: We listen at 125-250 words per minute.
True.
What animal was widely utilized for long-distance communication?
Pigeons
When in a conversation, what is important to keep in mind?
Be clear, cohesive, and concrete.