This Open Education Resource can be used to meet learning objectives in various communications courses:
ESOL Courses
- Identify a Pronunciation focus
- Identify a Discussion Strategy focus
- Select a topic in a Thematic Unit
- Select Activities to use in instruction
EXAMPLE: Direct instruction on Syllables using Key Vocabulary for the selected topic. Students apply Starting a Discussion strategy in Impromptu Conversations after watching a video on the topic of Sleep.
Interpersonal Communications Courses
- Identify a Discussion Strategy focus
- Select a topic in a Thematic Unit
- Select Activities to use in instruction
EXAMPLE: Students apply Expressing an Opinion and Respectfully Disagreeing strategies, while using Conversation Questions to have an interpersonal conversation with a peer on the topic of Stress.
College Success Courses
- Identify a Discussion Strategy focus
- Select a topic in a Thematic Unit
- Select Activities to use in instruction
EXAMPLE: Students apply Asking for Clarification strategies in a Mock Interview after reviewing the topic of Employment.
Public Speaking Courses
- Identify a Discussion Strategy focus
- Select a topic in a Thematic Unit
- Select Activities to use in instruction
EXAMPLE: Students apply Vocabulary for Debates and Discussions in a class Debate.
