Self-Advocacy
Define self-advocacy.
Answers will vary - highlights include: a set of skills that increase ability to interact with people effectively, get what you need, set limits, and understand multiple points of view.
True or False? If I'm talking to my niece, I will change how I'm speaking (tone, language, pitch) versus talking to a professor at school.
True.
Engaging socially with other people (interpersonal) in a way that feels effective (good, helpful, productive).
When dealing with drama, gossip, or challenges with peers or co-workers, what coping skills can you use?
Answers will vary - examples inlcude: listening to music; talking to a friend or a professor, deep breathing.
Name one of our class norms.
Answers will vary - examples include: not talking over other people, respecting other's opinions, bringing in breakfast/food if you want to.
Self-advocacy can help with creating and maintaining healthy ___________.
Boundaries.
I need to take an educated guess on how much information someone knows about my favorite subject before talking to them. If I think they know a lot of information, I will need to explain ______ information. (Hint: more or less?)
Less, because they likely already know the basic information, just like I do.
Another way of saying "stay on topic" (Hint: the "M" in DEARMAN).
Being Mindful.
Appropraite or Inappropriate Response:
I'm not sure how to finish a task at my internship. Since it's almost the end of my shift, I decide to ignore it and leave a little early.
Inappropraite - For a bonus 200 points: Why is this an inappropriate reponse, and what would be an appropriate response?
In general, successful semesters at college balance __________ with _________.
Academics; Friendships/socializing.
Who do you need to utilize self-advocacy skills with?
Everyone! Family, friends, partners, professors/teachers, etc.
Using hand gestures, knowing how far away from someone to stand, and posture are examples of ______ _________.
Body language.
How can you appear confident (even if you don't feel confident)?
Answers will vary - examples include: stand up straight, speak clearly, know what you're wanting to say.
True or False? I should wear the same outfit I wore to my basketball game to my internship, where I work as a receptionist for a business office.
False.
It is normal to experience __________ during college.
Any of the following: stress; anxiety; drama; challenging dynamics with friends/classmates.
Name three skills that you think are essential/important to be effective with other people.
Answers will vary - examples include: perspective taking, active listening skills, respect.
Define social pragmatics.
The tone that we use to communicate something - how we change our tone can change the overall message we are trying to communicate.
People often want to talk about _________. If you get stuck, ask them about that topic.
Themselves, their interests, things they like.
We've discussed the Hidden Curriculum of college. What might be some examples of the Hidden Curriculum at work/internships?
Answers will vary - examples inlcude dress code/uniforms, understanding office norms like when/where to take breaks/lunch, and where to find information that will help in completing tasks, "reading the room".
We will never know exactly what other people are thinking, but we can take ______________ ___________.
Good/educated guesses (based off our knowledge of the person and the situation).
Activity-Based Answer! Pick a classmate and act out how to effectively ask for an extension on a paper. (Hint: Ask for what you need, reinforce positive responses, and appropiately negotiate as needed).
Ask for the extension - if the professor allows without hesistation, thank them! If there are requirements around the extension, appropriately negitiate for what you think you will be able to reasonably accomplish (ex: instead of a full extension, your professor asks you to complete an outline by the original due date but gives an extension for the final draft).
Give an example of how you can change the topic in a conversation.
Answers will vary - examples include introducing the new topic; providing an appropraite segway; acknowledging the topic change in some way.
Identify what each letter of the acronym DEARMAN stands for.
Desribe; Express; Assert; Reinforce; be Mindful; Appear confident; Negotiate.
Taking time to do things that are fun, bring you joy, and support refreshed engagement in work/school is called _____-______.
Self-care.
Freedom and independence come with increased ___________.
Responsibility.