Conversation Rules
What does it mean to "not police" someone in a conversation?
Don't correct them.
What is a conversation hog?
Someone who does all the talking- they don't let the other person speak.
Give an example of an open-ended question.
**Teacher Decides**
Is it appropriate to whisper at someone when having a normal conversation?
No way! Too quiet.
How can you tell is someone is interested in talking to you?
Are they looking at me?
Are they facing me?
Arm's length, hula hoop
Why is it important to ask follow up questions when talking to someone?
It shows you listened, keeps the conversation going, helps find common interests.
Make this question open-ended:
Did you have a good dinner last night?
How was your dinner last night?
Is it appropriate to speak loudly or shout at someone you want to talk to?
Nope. That can be embarrassing.
What does it mean to "find a common interest?"
To find something you BOTH like to do or talk about.
One rule is: Don't be repetitive. What could be the problem with being repetitive?
It is boring for the other person, they might think you didn't listen the first time, keeps things interesting, etc.
One rule is: Don't tease. What does this mean and why is it important?
Making fun of someone else. It may upset people or hurt their feelings.
Make this question open ended: What is your favorite movie?
What types of movies do you like to watch?
Is it appropriate to avoid a personal question when talking to someone new?
Yes. We want to get to know someone before sharing personal information.
You and a friend are talking about your weekends. They mention going out to eat with family. What is a good follow up question you might ask?
Where did you go to eat? Was the food good? What's your favorite restaurant? etc.
Give an example of good volume control for a normal conversation.
**Teacher Decides**
Make this question open ended: What's your favorite class?
What classes are you taking? What classes do you like?
Is it appropriate to answer your own question when talking with someone?
Yes! After asking someone a question, answer it too and keep the conversation going.
What does it mean to "trade information" with someone?
To have a conversation, to look for common interests, etc.
What does it mean to "not be an interviewer?"
Don't ask question after question without responding to the person or asking follow up questions.
Why do we want to ask someone about themselves?
People like to talk about themselves, it helps you find common interests.
Make this question open ended: Are you going to sleep in tomorrow?
What are your plans this weekend?
Is it appropriate to use a lot of humor or jokes when getting to know someone new?
Nope. We should be more serious at first.
When can you use these conversation rules outside of our classroom?
Anywhere!!