Conversation Blockers

After observing yourself for nearly a week, please (DUE FRI OCT 19 MIDNIGHT)

1) Describe the conversation blockers you used.

2) Did you notice that there were certain blockers you used more than others?

3) Now that you have an idea of your conversation blockers, what can you do to prevent yourself from using them? 

4) How can you become a better communicator by becoming more self-aware?

Communication Styles

Please click on the following link and take the quiz. When you finish, POST A COMMENT stating your communication style, AND if you agree or disagree with the results, why or why not. 

http://www.newlineideas.com/communication-style-quiz.html

Discussion Questions: Interculutral Communication

Please post your answers to the following questions:

1) What is a cultural difference?

2) Is a cultrual difference good or bad?

3) What is a cultrual misunderstanding and how does a cultural difference lead to a cultural misunderstanding?

4) How can you be successful in achieving intercultural communication?

Intercultural Communication

Please take a look at this video. It shows really great and interesting examples of how body language differs depending on the country. Have you ever wondered if a simple "thumbs up" could be offensive in another culture?

Welcome

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