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In this lesson, we learn about how verbal and nonverbal communication and how important it is in our daily lives. Verbal and nonverbal communication often intersects with cultural awareness and diversity, too, that we learned about earlier in the semester. For example, the Facebook page, Humans of New York, featured an immigrant from Brazil who talked about his challenges with nonverbal communication in the workplace:

“We moved from Brazil three years ago. We love Thanksgiving. We cook everything. But we’re still learning many things about the American culture. Back home everyone likes to hug and kiss on the cheek. It communicates that you care about someone. But here it is different. My friend tried to give me a Thanksgiving handshake at the gym today. But I went in for a Thanksgiving hug. And he only gave me a Thanksgiving half-hug. A few months ago I was called into Human Resources, and they said: ‘Mr. Mauricio, no more hugging at the office. It is making people uncomfortable.’ So I learned my lesson that day. I came home and told the children: ‘Be careful not to touch your classmates.’”

For this unit, then, read Chapter 4, "Verbal & Nonverbal Messages." Then review the attached powerpoint, using them as a study tool. As you read the text, consider the following topics and the manner in which they can affect your experience in both personal and professional settings.

Verbal Messages
Non-Verbal Messages
Culture
Sexual Harassment

After reading the text, you view the Making Body Language Your Super Power video.

Would you like to know more about verbal and nonverbal communication during an interview? Here's a clever, quick article that offers tips for managing nonverbal communication during an interview.

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For this unit, then, we will:

Read/Learn
- Read Chapter 4, "Verbal and Nonverbal Messages."
- Review Unit D: Verbal and Nonverbal Messages Chapter Notes.
- Review Unit D: Make Body Language Your Super Power.
- Review the Mock Interview Guide (including the linked rubric and question list)
Connect/Collaborate
- Complete Unit D: Verbal and Nonverbal Quiz.
- Prepare for a Mock Interview reading the Scholarship and Career Preparation Quick Guide for assistance and reviewing 31 Common Interview Questions to prepare for your interview. Other helpful articles include 7 Nonverbal Mistakes To Avoid Making During Job Interviews and Oops -- Don't Miss These Nonverbal Cues During Job Interviews
Experiment/Apply
- Complete Unit D: Library Orientation.
- Complete Unit D: Annotated Bibliography.
- Complete Unit D: Verbal and Nonverbal Messages Exit Survey.
- Submit your LinkedIn Resume.

As always, be sure to contact me with any questions that you may have as you navigate this lesson. Happy Learning!