Effective Communication Practice Flashcards

Vocabulary flashcards covering non-verbal strategies, clear message crafting, intrapersonal communication, goal setting, and responsible online presence based on St. Alexius College Integrated School Department lessons.

Non-Verbal Communication

The transmission of messages, feelings, attitudes, or meanings without relying solely on spoken or written words.

Facial Expressions

Movements of the face that communicate emotions or reactions, such as smiling to show friendliness.

Eye Behavior

The use of eye contact and gaze, such as looking at a speaker to show attention.

Gestures

Movements of hands, arms, or other body parts, such as nodding to show agreement.

Posture

The position or orientation of the body, such as sitting upright during a formal discussion.

Body Movement

Physical movements that convey meaning, such as moving closer to hear clearly.

Personal Space

The physical distance maintained between people during communication.

Touch

Communication through physical contact when appropriate, such as a handshake in a formal setting.

Appearance

Clothing and overall presentation, such as wearing appropriate attire for a formal event.

Paralinguistic Cues

Vocal features accompanying words, including appropriate volume, pitch, rate, and pauses.

Clear Communication

A characteristic of effective communication where ideas are easy to understand rather than vague.

Coherent Communication

A characteristic of effective communication where ideas are logically connected and arranged, usually following a structure of Beginning -> Development -> Conclusion.

Audience Appropriateness

Communication that considers the age, background, knowledge, relationship, expectations, and communication needs of the audience.

Purpose Appropriateness

Communication tailored to its specific aim, which may be to inform, narrate, express, or persuade/advocate.

Context Appropriateness

Communication that considers where, when, and how a message will be delivered.

Opening

The initial part of a well-organized message that introduces the topic or purpose.

Body

The section of a well-organized message that presents details, explanations, examples, or supporting information.

Closing

The final part of a well-organized message that summarizes the message or provides an appropriate conclusion or call to action.

Intrapersonal Communication

Communication that takes place within oneself, involving thinking, reflecting, evaluating experiences, making decisions, and planning for the future.

Journal

A personal space where a learner can record experiences, observations, questions, insights, and goals.

Simple Reflection Structure

A four-step reflective model consisting of Experience -> Reflection -> Learning -> Action.

SMART Goal Criteria

Framework requiring goals to be Specific (clearly stated), Measurable (progress can be observed), Achievable (realistic), Relevant (connected to a meaningful purpose), and Time-bound (has a target period).

Online Presence

The information and content associated with a person on digital platforms, including profile information, posts, comments, photos, videos, creative works, and interests.

THINK Checklist

A 5-question pre-posting checklist asking if content is True, Helpful, Important to share, Necessary, and Kind and respectful.

St. Alexius College Tardiness Policy

A school policy stating that three tardinesses are equivalent to 1 day of absence.