You're in a noisy cafeteria and can't hear what your friends are saying. What can you do to improve communication?
Let them know you cant hear well because it's too noisy. Ask them to repeat slowly.
A classmate asks for help, but you don't understand what they need. What can you say?
You're watching a video in class, but the sound is muffled. What strategies could you use to understand the content?
You misheard what your teacher said, but you dont want to interrupt. What could you do?
A group member keeps cutting you off everytime you try to explain yourself/ How can you communicate that you want a turn to speak?
Let them know you would like a turn as well "Can I have a turn to say something too?"
You didn't understand what a word means in a conversation. What can you say to ask for clarification?
Your teacher asks you to answer a question. You can guess but you are not sure it is correct. What can you do?
Make a guess - Say "is it _____?" - it's ok to make a mistake and learn what the answer is.
A friend doesn't understand your explanation. How could you rephrase it?
Use simpler words. Repeat the message. Write/type it or show on your phone
Your classmate is whispering while giving instructions, and you can't hear them. What's the best way to ask them to repeat?
Discuss
Your partner in a group project is giving directions, but they're unclear. How do you ask for more information?
Discuss
Your coach is going over a new play, but you didnt hear everything that he said. What can you do?
Discuss
Your teacher asks a question, but you don't know how to answer. How can you ask them to clarify?
Your friend is telling a story, but they are talking too fast,and you cant understand. What should you do?
You give directions, but your mum misinterprets what you say and has now made a wrong turn. How do you fix the misunderstanding?
Be patient. Let them know we might need to pull over and stop the car at the side and plan.
You work on a costume project with a classmate. He comes up with all the colours but hasn't asked for what you like. What can you do?
Ask if you can have a choice of another colour. Ask if the costume can have both of your favourite colours, not just his.
Your teacher asks you to do something. You have done it, but she didn't say it and tells you not to find excuses. You think that's rude. What can you do?
Let them know how you feel without shouting back - "I feel disrespected when you say that" / "That is hurtful/hurting. I need some time away".
Your friend seems upset, but they say they're fine. What nonverbal cues might help you understand how they're feeling?
You are explaining something in class, and your friend looks confused. How can you check if they understand?
Ask for confirmation by asking questions. "Is my last point clear?", "Do you want me to repeat?"