Generating a Questionnaire
By David Wehmeyer
Students read an explanation of the use of questionnaires in research. Open-ended and closed-ended questions are defined. Students complete the activity by generating a questionnaire.
Four Types of Communication in Conflict
By Therese Nemec
In this activity, you will practice choosing assertive responses to conflict.
Following Instructions
By Andrea Krabbe
The learner will understand the importance of following instructions.
Following Directions: The Parts Room
By Dave Bunnow, Rosie Bunnow
In this animated and interactive object, learners follow oral directions in the workplace. They complete their task within a time limit. This object has audio content.
Feasibility Topic Determination
By Bev Paulick
In this learning activity you'll determine appropriate feasibility studies from a list of selected topics.
Evaluating Sources for the Technical Research Report
Students view information taken from various sources and decide if the material is acceptable for a technical research report. After choosing whether or not the source material is acceptable, the students read an explanation from the instructor.
Double Trouble With Listening
Learn about the seven common barriers of listening and evaluate a conversation using the barriers.
Documenting Sources Using MLA Format
In this exercise, students read a list of sources used in a research report. They follow MLA guidelines to write parenthetical references and to compile a Works Cited page.
Distinguishing Between the Content Message and the Relational Message (Screencast)
In this screencast, you'll distinguish the differences between the content message and the relational message.
Developing the Central Idea
By Dr. Rose Marie Mastricola
In this learning activity you'll apply techniques for identifying a central idea to a practice exercise.
Determining the Specific Purpose of Your Speech Pt. 2
In this learning activity you'll review the general principles speakers use to create a specific purpose statement.
Determining the General Purpose of Your Speech Pt.1 (Screencast)
In this learning activity you'll explore the different types of purposes for giving speeches.
Describing the Transactional Communication Model
By Mary Brignall
In this learning activity you'll review definitions then match the transactional communication model element with the definition or example.
Creating Effective Technical Descriptions
In this learning activity you'll review an introduction and samples of description worksheets. You'll then select an object and complete your own description.
Creating Directions: How to Anticipate and Adjust
By Rosie Bunnow
Learners write directions to gain experience asking questions from the point of view of the person who must follow the directions.
Creating and Formatting a Memo
By Deborah Seline
In this learning activity you'll explore different reasons to write a memo and how to create it.
Conflict: Assessing Levels of Power
By Kathy Henning
In this learning activity you'll explore five types of power: legitimate, referent, coercive, reward, and expert.
Concluding Your Speech
In this learning activity you'll review a conclusion and decide how effectively it summarized a speech. You'll also gain some tips for writing your own speech conclusion.
Communication: The Writing Process
By Elizabeth Jones
The learner will identify the three steps in the writing process and the elements in each step.
Communication: Prepositions
In this study guide, we will review the general rules for using prepositions.
Communication: Identifying Active and Passive Voice
The learner will identify active and passive voice and distinguish between the two.
Communicating with Respect and Acceptance
By Kedron Wiersgalla
In this learning activity you'll use critical thinking, personal opinions, and experiences to develop responses regarding communicating respectfully.
Communicating in the Workplace
By Jennifer Heinritz
Compare the behaviors and situations that interfere with effective communication in the workplace with those that enhance listening skills and career performance.
Clarifying Directions
In this animated object, learners evaluate oral directions and compose questions to clarify ambiguities. This activity has audio.
Building Relationships Through Active Listening
By VickyWeiland
Learners will examine the four steps to listen actively to improve relationships.