Communication
Background Brief
What WH questions do we answer when telling a story to someone?
Who, what, where, when
what is humor?
One way that people communicate with each other, telling jokes, being funny.
what is an argument?
•Is a disagreement between two or more people
True or False
Should you share personal information when you first meet someone?
False
Avoid sharing private thoughts or feelings
Avoid asking personal questions
As you become closer, it may be okay to get more personal
What could be the problem with boasting and being a bad winner?
It makes the other person feel bad
It embarrasses the person who lost
They may not want to play with you again
Action!
Tell a brief story (real or fake) and include everything needed for people to get all the details
Did they include: who, what, where, when?
why should you avoid jokes that are insulting?
You might hurt their feelings
They might not want to be friends with you
You could get a bad reputation
What does it mean to keep your cool during an argument?
•STAY CALM
•Take deep breaths
•Take time to cool down before you talk
•If you lose your cool, you may end up saying something you regret or ruining your friendship
What is an Interviewer?
Someone that is asking a lot of questions
If someone gets bored during a game what can you do?
Suggest to play something else
We use direct language when we give directions or need help with problems. When do we use indirect language?
We use indirect language for small favors or politely suggesting changes to others' behavior, such as, "Do you think we should hurry so we're not late?
Is it okay to be less serious once you've gotten to know someone?
yes
Why is it important to listen to the other person?
Listening is an important part of communication and helps to understand the other's perspective
What is a conversation Hog?
When you are the only person talking and you dont let the other person talk
Is it okay to be competitive when playing in an organized team or league?
Yes
You can still be a GOOD SPORT
True or False
This is a public thought:
"Ewww that pimple on your face is so ugly"
False
What is Sarcasm?
Disguised Thought. When we use sarcasm, we say the opposite of what we really mean.
True or False should you say you are sorry during an argument?
True
Saying 'sorry' does not mean that you must admit that you are wrong
"I'm sorry you're upset"
"I'm sorry this happened."
"I'm sorry your feelings got hurt."
Name one rule of trading information
•Ask the other person about his/herself
•Answer your own questions
•Find common interests
•Share the conversation
•Don't be a conversation hog
•Don't be an interviewer
•Don't get too personal at first
•Access their interest
What is a Referee?
Referee: someone who calls plays during a game, points out rule violations, enforces the rules of a game
what is a connected comment? and what is a connected comment to this statement:
•My family has two dogs
When you make a comment back that relates to the topic the other person is talking about
anything related to pets/dogs
Scenario:
Your coach is explaining the rules of a game and you realize you want to tell your friend a funny story. You remind yourself to tell them after practice.
which two thoughts are being considered?
a. time and place
b. reading the room
c. relationship ruler
Time and place and reading the room
True or False
should you avoid telling your peer they are wrong
True
This will upset them, escalate the argument, not agree with you,
What is trading information?
Having a conversation with your peers
Name three rules of goodsportmanship
1. Praise your Friend
2. Play by the Rules
3. Don't be a referee
4. Don't be a coach
5. Share and take turns
6. Don’t be too competitive
7. Help and show concern if someone is injured
8. Suggest a change if bored
9. Don’t be a bad winner
10. Don’t be a sore loser
11. At the end of the game say "good game"