Communication / Affective Language
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Review in small group:
Definition of Communication (Wikipedia): (from Latin "communis", meaning to
share) is the activity of conveying information through the exchange of thoughts or
messages, as by speech, visuals, signals, writing, or behavior. It is the meaningful
exchange of information between two or more.
Affective Language = Authentic expression of feelings in response to specific
actions/behaviors
(An affective statement incorporates BOTH the particular BEHAVIOR/ACTION and the
resulting FEELING/IMPACT. Is used both to praise and re-direct behaviors)
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Cycle of Inquiry: (consider communication between ALL
members of the school community, including
parents/families)
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What does “healthy” communication look like, sound like, feel like?
Is “healthy” the right word to use here?
What role do our intentions play in our communication?
What does non-verbal communication look like?
What role does culture have in communication?
What are some challenges that prevent us from effectively communicating?
When do “mis-understandings” occur?
What role does “authentic expressions of feeling” have within communication?
How does one effectively use communication to reinforce positive behaviors and
redirect challenging behaviors.
How can communication be used to build, strengthen, and sustain relationships?
How does the quality of one’s relationship with another impact communication?
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Scenario: Pick one scenario from your list and write a short
paragraph about:
a) What you want to communicate.
b) What your purpose (intention) of communication is.
c) Who you need to communicate with.
d) How you need / want to communicate it.
e) Practice making one affective statement
(An affective statement incorporates BOTH the particular BEHAVIOR/ACTION
and the resulting FEELING/IMPACT. Is used both to praise and re-direct
behaviors)
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