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2.  communication The exchange of thoughts, feelings, and beliefs between two or more people The use of visual cues to communicate information or feelings  body language When your words say one thing but your body language and/or intonation say another  mixed message

3.  “I” message A statement that presents a situation from the speaker’s personal viewpoint Hearing, thinking about, and responding to the other person’s message  active listening

4. In this lesson, you will learn to  describe types of nonverbal communication.  explain how to be a more efficient speaker.  identify ways of being a good listener.  communicate effectively with the use of “I” messages.

5. Finding the Main Idea For each major heading in this lesson, write one sentence that states the main idea. Major Headings in this Lesson What Is Communication? Nonverbal Communication Mixed Messages Effective Verbal Communication Speaking Skills Listening Skills

6. What Is Communication? Communication is an essential skill in building healthy relationships. communication The exchange of thoughts, feelings, and beliefs between two or more people Good communication is not only about getting a message across successfully, it is also about being able to listen to the messages you hear.

7. Nonverbal Communication There are two types of nonverbal communication: Body language –Gestures, facial expressions, posture Intonation –The sound of your voice can send a message. body language The use of visual cues to communicate information or feelings

8. Mixed Messages If you are not aware of the nonverbal messages you send, you run the risk of sending mixed messages. mixed messages When your words say one thing but your body language and/or intonation say another Saying sorry while grinning is an example of a mixed message.

9. Effective Verbal Communication Speaking Skills Determine how a message is delivered Listening Skills Determine how a message is received Both sets of skills must be present for effective communication.

10. Speaking Skills Two important speaking skills are: Making your message as clear as possible Using the “I” message “I message A statement that presents a situation from the speaker’s point of view

11. Speaking Skills Other speaking skills include: Staying calm Sticking to the point Choosing the right time and place Being aware of your body language and intonation

12. Listening Skills A good listener practices active listening. active listening Hearing, thinking about, and responding to the other person’s message

13. Listening Skills Pay careful attention to all the speaker has to say. Use body language that shows you are listening. Think for a moment before speaking. Ask questions.

14. What I Learned Vocabulary What is a mixed message? Lesson 2 Review

15. What I Learned List What are the two main types of nonverbal communication? Lesson 2 Review

16. What I Learned Identify Besides active listening, what are some tips for effective listening? Lesson 2 Review

17. Thinking Critically Synthesize Respond to the statement “Actions speak louder than words.” Explain the relevance of this expression to the skill of communication. Lesson 2 Review

18. Thinking Critically Apply Kelly is really upset. A jacket she loaned to a friend came back with a tear in it. How can Kelly express her feelings using an “I” message? Lesson 2 Review

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