What does it mean to be clear when you communicate?
You mumble
You say only one word
You use words the help people understand you
What does it mean to be concise?
To use as many words as possible
To tell a story
To use as few words as possible
Is he being complete?
No
Yes
You need help finding a shirt in your size at a store. What would you say? Be courteous
Can you help me find this?
Can you help me find this in my size please?
I need this in my size.
Is this person being clear?
Yes
No
What does it mean to be complete when speaking?
Tell a story
Give enough information so someone understands
Use as few words as possible
You are feeling frustrated and need a break. What would you say? Be courteous
Can I please take a break?
I'm taking a break.
I want a break.
Is he being complete?
No
Yes
You need help logging in to Google Classroom. What could you say? Be concise
I need help logging in because I can't get into this lesson.
Help
I need help logging in.
What does it mean to be courteous when speaking?
Make the other person feel nervous
Yell when speaking
Be polite and calm
What does it mean to stay "on topic"?
To talk about whatever you are thinking about
To talk about what the other person is talking about
To talk about dogs
How can you help someone understand what you are saying? Be clear
Yell really loud
repeat the same things over and over
Use pictures or gestures
Is this person being clear?
Yes
No
You want to go see a movie with friends. What would you say to your parents? Be complete
Can I go to the movies?
I really like the movies? I like Batman.I want to go again.
Can I go to the movies with my friends?
Is she being concise?
Yes
No
Is this person being courteous?
No
Yes
Is this person being courteous?
No
Yes
You don't understand what to do for your assignment. What would you say? Be complete
I don't understand what to do on this assignment.
Help me
I don't get it.
What would you say if you wanted to hang out with your friend this Saturday? Be concise
I want to do something on Saturday.
Do you want to hang out this Saturday?
Hang out with me.
Is he being concise?
Yes
No