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What is the primary benefit of using a 'speed-dating' style conversation practice in a communication skills class?
What is the primary benefit of using a 'speed-dating' style conversation practice in a communication skills class?
- It helps students memorize a large number of facts about different topics.
- It prepares students for romantic encounters.
- It allows students to develop deep, meaningful relationships with their classmates.
- It allows students to practice speaking with a variety of partners in a short amount of time, building confidence. (correct)
Why is summarizing a conversation's key points a valuable skill in communication?
Why is summarizing a conversation's key points a valuable skill in communication?
- It helps to identify the best speaker in the conversation.
- It helps to avoid further engagement in the conversation.
- It allows one to dominate the conversation by restating everything that was said.
- It reinforces understanding, aids in information retention, and demonstrates active listening. (correct)
What is a key element of keeping a conversation flowing smoothly?
What is a key element of keeping a conversation flowing smoothly?
- Contradicting the speaker's statements to introduce new topics.
- Asking relevant follow-up questions based on what the speaker has said. (correct)
- Changing the subject frequently to maintain interest.
- Interjecting with personal stories that are unrelated to the topic.
How does practicing conversation contribute to building confidence in speaking?
How does practicing conversation contribute to building confidence in speaking?
In a classroom setting focused on improving conversational skills, what is the benefit of timed conversations?
In a classroom setting focused on improving conversational skills, what is the benefit of timed conversations?
Which of the following activities would NOT be effective in a class aimed at building conversational confidence?
Which of the following activities would NOT be effective in a class aimed at building conversational confidence?
What is the most important reason for learning how to ask effective follow-up questions?
What is the most important reason for learning how to ask effective follow-up questions?
If a student is struggling to summarize a conversation, what might be the underlying issue?
If a student is struggling to summarize a conversation, what might be the underlying issue?
In the context of building conversational skills, what does 'active listening' primarily involve?
In the context of building conversational skills, what does 'active listening' primarily involve?
Which of the following is a negative outcome of failing to build confidence in conversation?
Which of the following is a negative outcome of failing to build confidence in conversation?
Flashcards
Speed-dating conversation practice
Speed-dating conversation practice
A practice method involving timed conversations with different partners to improve speaking skills.
Keeping a conversation flowing
Keeping a conversation flowing
Techniques used to maintain engagement and interest during a discussion.
Follow-up questions
Follow-up questions
Questions designed to gather more in-depth information after an initial response.
Summarizing orally
Summarizing orally
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Confidence in speaking
Confidence in speaking
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Study Notes
- Activity involves students participating in "speed-dating" style conversations
- Students ask each other questions on various topics
- Each conversation lasts for 2-3 minutes
- A mini-lecture will instruct on how to keep a conversation flowing
- The mini-lecture also instructs on how to ask follow-up questions
- A 5-minute conversation is held with a classmate
- Key points of the conversation are written down in a summary
- Students build confidence in speaking
- Students build confidence in summarizing orally
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