Transcript Building Communication Skills

Chapter 6
Building Healthy
Relationships
Lesson 1
Building Communication
Skills
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In this lesson, you will be able to
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define communication.
recognize different ways of communicating.
list ways of speaking clearly and listening carefully.
demonstrate communication skills.
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COMMUNICATION
The exchange of information through the
use of words or actions
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nonverbal
communication
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Getting messages across
without using words
5 tact
tact
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body language
Postures, gestures, and
facial expressions
The sense of what to do
or say without
offending others
verbal
communication
Expressing feelings,
thoughts, or experiences
with words, either by
speaking or writing
Communicating Effectively
Healthy relationships depend on good
communication skills.
Careful listening is important for effective
communication.
Careful listening shows that you are interested
in what the other person wants to share
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What I Learned
Vocabulary Define communication.
Communication is the exchange of information
through the use of words or actions.
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What I Learned
Identify What are the two types of communication?
Verbal and nonverbal are the two types of
communication.
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What I Learned
Give Examples List two ways to show that you are
listening carefully.
Any two:
•use proper body language - picture page 175
•offer words of encouragement
•do not interrupt
•ask questions for clarification
•mirror what the speaker says
Picture on page 176
Picture on page 177
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What I Learned
Explain Explain how body language plays a part
in communication.
Sample answer:
Body language gives words extra meaning. It
can reinforce meaning or send a different
message. Body language also shows that you
are listening carefully.
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Thinking Critically
Apply Imagine you are having an emotional discussion
with a friend. Each of your friend’s comments begin
with “You always…” or “You make me feel…” and other
similar phrases. How would you react to hearing them?
Sample answer: I would feel attacked or criticized.
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Thinking Critically
Synthesize What are some nonverbal ways to show
consideration for others?
Sample answer: waving, smiling, applauding, or high-fiving
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Applying Health Skills
Communication Skills Using tact is an important skill.
Imagine that a friend asked for your opinion about a jacket
he or she was thinking about buying. You don’t think the
jacket looks good. How might you give your opinion honestly
But tactfully?
Answer should include statements about the jacket that will
not hurt the other person’s feeling.
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Chapter 6
Building Healthy
Relationships
Lesson 1
Building Communication
Skills
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