Read Chapter 1 in Think: Communication textbook, Pgs. 4, 12-15 only. Watch The Communication Model Video Do
1. Students participate in a class discussion whereby the class constructs the communication model on the white board based on a communication situation the instructor presents. 2. Next, students play the game Catchphrase, which is then followed by analysis discussion. Students apply elements of the game to the communication model. Catchphrase Lesson Plan
Evaluation 1. Students will complete an assessment found on pg. 17 of their textbook where they will identify communication competencies they believe are essential for improving communication skills. Students will evaluate this list of competencies based on their personal past, present and future experiences. Then, students will review their ratings and identify their top 3 competencies that they believe, if improved, will make them a more effective communicator. Analysis 2. Next, students will share their top 3 skills on the discussion board with rationale for their decisions. Students will use argumentative dialogue to analyze participants rationale and decisions.
Discussion Board Questions Prompt ! After completing the communication assessment on pg. 17, post your top three most important communication skills that you think could make you a more effective communicator. Why did you choose these specific skills? Explain your answer in your posting. When replying to others, consider how your choices compare and contrast with others. Extenders ! What skills scored the lowest on your list and why? ! How do you think your past or present experiences influenced your choices? ! How did your future career plans influence your choices? Redirection ! What skills or knowledge do you think are missing from this list? What would you add to this list and why?
Synthesis 3. When completing the Communication Process Model assignment (see link), students will identify the parts of the communication model, analyze the communication situation, and will synthesize information gathered during this learning plan to provide the characters in the video clip with suggestions for improving their communication.
Connect The Communication Process Model is brought up through the semester in class discussion and appears on their midterm exam. There is no reflection required for this lesson.
Reflection Students will post a reflection to their blogs based on the following prompt: ! Based on this weeks discussion about communication competencies, what is one goal you would like to set for yourself this semester? Why? What steps can you take to achieve this goal?