Verbal Communication
Communication that uses spoken or written words is called...
Verbal communication
Communication without using words is called...
Nonverbal communication
A teacher says "Great job!" after your presentation.
What type of communication is this?
Verbal
Looking someone in the eyes while they speak shows...
Respect, confidence, and active listening.
Your friend is smiling and laughing.
How are they probably feeling?
Happy.
Finish the sentence:
Think before you ______.
Speak
Name one gesture that means "good job."
Thumbs up, clapping, high five.
Your friend rolls their eyes without saying anything.
What type of communication is this?
Nonverbal
Standing up straight is an example of good...
Posture
Someone is tapping their foot, looking at the clock, and sighing.
How might they be feeling?
Impatient or bored.
Give two examples of positive/respectful verbal communication.
Examples:
Crossed arms and avoiding eye contact might tell someone that you are...
Upset, uncomfortable, nervous, angry, or uninterested.
Your coach gives you directions, and you nod your head without speaking. What type of communication did you use?
Nonverbal
Smiling usually communicates...
Friendliness, happiness, or confidence.
Your teacher is speaking, but your friend keeps whispering to you.
What communication skill should you practice?
Active listening.
True or False:
Verbal communication is only talking.
False. It includes speaking and writing.
Someone keeps checking their phone while you're talking. What nonverbal message are they sending?
They're distracted, uninterested, or not paying attention.
A student raises their hand before speaking, then starts speaking. What communication skill are they demonstrating?
Both verbal & nonverbal
Your words say, "I'm excited," but your face looks angry and your arms are crossed. Why might someone misunderstand you?
Because your verbal and nonverbal communication don't match, making your message confusing.
A classmate is sitting alone looking sad.
What's one positive verbal communication you could use?
Examples:
Name one example of verbal communication.
Talking, giving a speech, texting, writing a letter, phone call, presentation, etc.
Name three examples of nonverbal communication.
Examples:
Someone says "I'm fine," but they're crying.
Which communication should you pay more attention to?
Their nonverbal
Name four examples of body language.
Examples:
Your boss gives you instructions, but you aren't sure what they meant.
What should you do?
Ask questions for clarification.