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Interpersonal Skills
"We have two ears and one mouth so that we can listen twice as much as we speak." - Epictetus
Objective
Students will learn effective interpersonal communication skills which encompasses respect and acceptance for individuals regardless of gender, sexual orientation, disability, ethnicity, socioeconomic background, religion, and/or culture.
Students will learn effective interpersonal communication skills which encompasses respect and acceptance for individuals regardless of gender, sexual orientation, disability, ethnicity, socioeconomic background, religion, and/or culture.
Definition
Interpersonal Communication: "Interpersonal communication is the exchange of information between two or more people." (http://en.wikipedia.org)
Interpersonal Communication: "Interpersonal communication is the exchange of information between two or more people." (http://en.wikipedia.org)
Warm-Up
Quiz 1: What do our body movements say to others?
Quiz 2: What is your Interpersonal Communication Skills Style?
Quiz 1: What do our body movements say to others?
Quiz 2: What is your Interpersonal Communication Skills Style?
Lesson Module
- Read these articles to learn about Verbal Communication, Non-Verbal Communication and Listening Skills.
- Review the slides and learn more about body language.
- Read about improving your communication skills.
- Watch these videos. The first two are humorous.
Post-Assessment
Interpersonal Skills Test : http://www.skillsyouneed.com/ls/index.php/343479/ (Follow the link, scroll to the bottom and click next to begin)
Interpersonal Skills Test : http://www.skillsyouneed.com/ls/index.php/343479/ (Follow the link, scroll to the bottom and click next to begin)
Assignment
Now that you have learned about communication skills and non-verbal communication skills (body language), write a one page script where two people have a small verbal disagreement and how they will effectively resolve the problem. Please submit the file as FirstInitialLastName-Interpersonal.doc and email me the file.
Now that you have learned about communication skills and non-verbal communication skills (body language), write a one page script where two people have a small verbal disagreement and how they will effectively resolve the problem. Please submit the file as FirstInitialLastName-Interpersonal.doc and email me the file.
NJ Core Content Standards
2.2.8.A.1 - Compare and contrast verbal and nonverbal interpersonal communication strategies in a variety of settings and cultures in different situations. Effective communication is the basis for strengthening interpersonal interactions and relationships and resolving conflicts.
2.2.8.A.2 - Demonstrate the use of refusal, negotiation, and assertiveness skills when responding to peer pressure, disagreements, or conflicts.
2.2.8.A.1 - Compare and contrast verbal and nonverbal interpersonal communication strategies in a variety of settings and cultures in different situations. Effective communication is the basis for strengthening interpersonal interactions and relationships and resolving conflicts.
2.2.8.A.2 - Demonstrate the use of refusal, negotiation, and assertiveness skills when responding to peer pressure, disagreements, or conflicts.
Sources
Main Image: http://www.values.com/inspirational-sayings-billboards/42-Sportsmanship
Quizzes: What do our body movements say to others? (http://dsc.discovery.com/tv-shows/curiosity/topics/body-language-quiz.htm), What is your Interpersonal Communication Skills Style? (http://www.queendom.com/tests/access_page/index.htm?idRegTest=2288)
Videos: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IGpjvE74Wy4, http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2h0V1YkccEE
Definition: Interpersonal Communication: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Interpersonal_communication
Post-Assessment: http://www.skillsyouneed.com/ls/index.php/343479/
NJ Core Content Standards: http://www.state.nj.us/education/cccs/standards/2/2.pdf
Main Image: http://www.values.com/inspirational-sayings-billboards/42-Sportsmanship
Quizzes: What do our body movements say to others? (http://dsc.discovery.com/tv-shows/curiosity/topics/body-language-quiz.htm), What is your Interpersonal Communication Skills Style? (http://www.queendom.com/tests/access_page/index.htm?idRegTest=2288)
Videos: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IGpjvE74Wy4, http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2h0V1YkccEE
Definition: Interpersonal Communication: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Interpersonal_communication
Post-Assessment: http://www.skillsyouneed.com/ls/index.php/343479/
NJ Core Content Standards: http://www.state.nj.us/education/cccs/standards/2/2.pdf