8.6.1 Essential Question Blog

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Respond to one of the following essential questions in a blog (minimum 500 words) that explores and reflects on the question.  Remember that a blog is a type of online writing similar to a diary and is used to share one’s reflections on a topic.  You should also include two sources of media that support your ideas (e.g. an article, a website, a video).  You must cite your sources and include a one to two sentence explanation of how each source is relevant.

1. What are the ‘blind spots’ in my everyday communication situations?

• Various kinds of communication can influence what you say, hear, read, or write.

• How do you use various types of communication to share knowledge or a message effectively, clearly, and respectfully?

• What kind of information is best shared with a specific type of technology?
  
• Where do communication problems arise at work, school, or home with all the methods you can use to connect?
• How can you ensure you are communicating effectively with the way you choose to connect with others?
• How can messages be inappropriate or ineffective?
• What does an appropriate or inappropriate message look like in the various modes of communication you can use?
  
  

2.  How can communication contribute to the inclusion or exclusion of individuals in a communication situation?

• What verbal or non-verbal communication produces a sense of inclusion or exclusion at school, work, or your personal life?

• What interpersonal verbal or non-verbal methods of communication can be used for problem-solving?

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Extra Challenge: If you are intrigued by both questions, answer each and submit them both for an averaged overall mark.

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