Communication
Communication skills are important to everyone - they are how we give and receive information and convey our ideas and opinions with those around us.
Communication comes in many forms: • verbal (sounds, language, and tone of voice) • aural (listening and hearing) • non-verbal (facial expressions, body language, and posture) • written (journals, emails, blogs, and text messages) • visual (signs, symbols, and pictures) |
Knowing how to communicate with people in the right context for a given situation is an important skill, as there are often unspoken rules and standards that are just expected.
For example, it’s common practice in the professional world to shake hands with people when meeting, rather than offering a high-five or a hug.
We might use slang with our friends when talking about what happened at school or at a party, but we would usually use different words and mannerisms when telling our parents the same information.
View the video via the video link and then complete the activity.
For example, it’s common practice in the professional world to shake hands with people when meeting, rather than offering a high-five or a hug.
We might use slang with our friends when talking about what happened at school or at a party, but we would usually use different words and mannerisms when telling our parents the same information.
View the video via the video link and then complete the activity.