communication Difficult Dialogues Facilitation Due Feb 18 by 4:30pm Points 10

 

🎯 What this assignment is

You are the facilitator (leader of discussion).

Your job is to:

• guide the conversation
• ask good questions
• stay neutral (no bias)
• make everyone talk
• summarize at the end

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✅ How to get FULL POINTS (Rubric Explained)

🟢 1. Clear Introduction (2 pts)

What to do:

Start clearly and confidently.

What to say (use this 👇)

“Hello everyone, today we will be discussing a difficult topic related to [your topic]. The goal is to share ideas, listen respectfully, and understand different perspectives. There are no right or wrong answers, and everyone’s opinion is important.”

👉 This gives you FULL POINTS for introduction

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🟢 2. Quality of Questions (2 pts)

You need to ask open-ended questions (NOT yes/no).

Good questions examples:

• “What are your thoughts about this topic?”
• “Why do you think this issue is important today?”
• “How does this topic affect people in real life?”
• “Can you share a personal experience or example?”
• “What are different viewpoints on this issue?”

👉 Ask at least 3–5 questions

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🟢 3. Unbiased (2 pts)

What this means:

• Do NOT judge people
• Do NOT say “this is right or wrong”
• Stay neutral

What to say:

• “That’s an interesting perspective.”
• “Thank you for sharing.”
• “I see your point.”

❌ Avoid:

• “That’s wrong”
• “I disagree”

👉 You are a facilitator, not a debater

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🟢 4. Make Sure Everyone Is Engaged (2 pts)

What to do:

Invite quiet people to speak

What to say:

• “Would anyone else like to share?”
• “What do you think about this?”
• “We haven’t heard from you yet, would you like to add something?”

👉 This is VERY important for full points

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🟢 5. Summary of Answers (2 pts)

At the end, you must summarize discussion

What to say (use this 👇)

“Today we discussed different perspectives on this topic. Some people believe [idea 1], while others think [idea 2]. We also talked about how this issue affects people in different ways. Overall, this discussion helped us understand multiple viewpoints.”

👉 This gives you FULL POINTS

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🧠 FULL SIMPLE SCRIPT (Use This)

🔹 Opening

“Hello everyone, today we are discussing [your topic]. The goal is to share ideas and understand different perspectives. Please be respectful and open-minded.”

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🔹 Questions

Ask:

1. “What are your thoughts about this topic?”
2. “Why do you think this issue is important?”
3. “How does this affect people in real life?”
4. “What are different opinions on this topic?”

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🔹 Engagement

“Would anyone else like to share?”
“What do you think?”

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🔹 Neutral Responses

“Thank you for sharing.”
“That’s a good point.”
“I appreciate your perspective.”

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🔹 Closing Summary

“Today we heard different opinions about this topic. Some people think [idea], while others think [different idea]. This discussion helped us understand different perspectives better. Thank you everyone for sharing.”

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⚠️ Common mistakes (avoid these)

❌ Talking too much
❌ Arguing with classmates
❌ Asking yes/no questions
❌ Ignoring quiet people
❌ No summary at the end

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⭐ Pro Tips (to stand out)

• Smile and be calm
• Keep eye contact
• Don’t rush
• Let others talk more than you
• Use simple words

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👍 If you want extra help

Tell me your topic (for example:

• racism
• gender issues
• healthcare
• immigration
• social media
  )

👉 I can:

🎤 Your Customized Topic

Topic:

Mental Health and Stress in Students and Healthcare Workers

👉 This is a GREAT “difficult dialogue” topic because:

people have different opinions

it is sensitive

it connects to your life (school + hospital work)

🟢 FULL SCRIPT (JUST FOLLOW THIS)

🔹 1. INTRODUCTION (Say this)

“Hello everyone. Today we will discuss mental health and stress in students and healthcare workers. This topic is important because many people experience stress but may not talk about it openly. The goal is to share ideas and understand different perspectives. There are no right or wrong answers, so please feel comfortable sharing your thoughts respectfully.”

🔵 2. QUESTIONS (Ask these)

Start:

“What are your thoughts about stress in school or work?”

Then:

“Why do you think mental health is an important issue today?”

“How does stress affect people in real life?”

“Do you think people talk openly about mental health? Why or why not?”

“What are some ways people deal with stress?”

👉 Ask at least 3–5 questions (you already have 5 👍)

🟡 3. RESPOND (Stay Neutral)

When people answer, say:

“Thank you for sharing.”

“That’s a good point.”

“I understand your perspective.”

“That’s interesting.”

👉 DO NOT argue or judge

🟣 4. ENGAGE EVERYONE

If someone is quiet, say:

“Would anyone else like to share?”

“What do you think?”

“We haven’t heard from you yet, would you like to add something?”

👉 This is VERY important for full points

🔴 5. SUMMARY (Say this at the end)

“Today we discussed different perspectives on mental health and stress. Some people shared that stress comes from school or work, while others talked about personal experiences. We also discussed how stress affects people and different ways to manage it. This conversation helped us understand that mental health is important and affects everyone differently. Thank you everyone for sharing.”

⭐ WHY THIS GETS 10/10

✔ Clear introduction

✔ Strong open-ended questions

✔ Neutral responses

✔ You include everyone

✔ Clear summary

💡 PRO TIPS (Very important)

Speak slowly

Smile a little 😊

Don’t rush

Let others talk more than you

If silence happens → wait 3–5 seconds (normal!)

👍 If you want EVEN BETTER

I can:

Make it shorter (easy to memorize)

Change topic to:

racism

healthcare inequality

immigration

social media

Practice Q&A with you

👉 Tell me if you want to change topic or keep this one 😊

Speech 1 outline due Jan 23 2020

 

🎤 What this assignment is

You are writing a Speech Outline (Informative Speech).

This is NOT an essay.
It is an outline format using:

• short full sentences (not paragraphs)
• organized structure (I, A, 1, a)

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✅ 1. Full Sentences (3 pts)

What you must do:

• Use complete sentences
• BUT keep them short
• Do NOT write long paragraphs

Example:

✔ Good:

• “Trading requires discipline and risk management.”

❌ Bad:

• Writing a long paragraph like an essay

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✅ 2. Required Info BEFORE Introduction (3 pts)

At the very top of your outline, include:

• Topic
• Organizational Pattern (ex: Topical, Chronological)
• Specific Purpose
• Thesis Statement

Example:

• Topic: Benefits of Ultrawide Monitors for Trading
• Organizational Pattern: Topical
• Specific Purpose: To inform my audience about how ultrawide monitors improve trading efficiency
• Thesis Statement: Ultrawide monitors improve trading by increasing screen space, reducing distractions, and enhancing workflow

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✅ 3. Thesis Statement (3 pts)

Must be:

• ONE sentence
• Clear idea of your speech
• Included in your introduction

Example:

✔ “Using an ultrawide monitor improves trading performance by increasing visibility, organization, and efficiency.”

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✅ 4. Introduction (3 pts)

Your introduction must have 4 parts:

1. Attention Getter

• Hook the audience

Example:

• “Have you ever missed a trade because your screen was too small?”

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2. Indicated Purpose (why it matters)

• Explain why your topic is important to audience

Example:

• “This matters because traders need fast and clear information to make decisions.”

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3. Credibility

• Why should people listen to you?

Example:

• “I have researched trading tools and use multiple monitors for analysis.”

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4. Preview of Main Points

• Tell what you will talk about

Example:

• “Today I will explain the benefits of screen space, workflow efficiency, and visual clarity.”

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✅ 5. Conclusion (3 pts)

Your conclusion must have 3 parts:

1. Review Main Points

• Repeat your main ideas

Example:

• “We discussed screen space, workflow, and clarity.”

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2. Reinforce Purpose

• Remind why it matters

Example:

• “These benefits help traders make faster and better decisions.”

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3. Closure

• Strong ending

Example:

• “A better screen can lead to better trades.”

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✅ 6. Correct Format (2 pts)

You must use this format:

I. Main Point
   A. Subpoint
      1. Detail
         a. Example

👉 This is VERY important

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✅ 7. Transitions (2 pts)

Between each main point, add a transition sentence.

Example:

• “Now that I have explained screen space, let’s move to workflow efficiency.”

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✅ 8. Grammar & Spelling (2 pts)

• Check spelling
• Check grammar
• Make sure sentences are clear

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✅ 9. Academic Integrity (2 pts)

• Do NOT copy
• Use your own words
• Give credit to sources

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✅ 10. APA Reference Page (2 pts)

You must:

• Add a separate reference page
• Use APA format
• Include at least 4 sources

Example (APA style):

• Author, A. A. (Year). Title. Website or journal.

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🧠 EASY CHECKLIST (Use before submitting)

✔ Full sentences (no paragraphs)
✔ Topic, Pattern, Purpose, Thesis at top
✔ Strong introduction (4 parts)
✔ Strong conclusion (3 parts)
✔ Correct outline format (I, A, 1, a)
✔ Transitions between main points
✔ No spelling mistakes
✔ No plagiarism
✔ APA references (4 sources)

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⭐ How to get FULL 25/25

👉 Follow ALL these exactly
👉 Format is VERY important
👉 Don’t skip transitions or APA

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🎤 Speech Outline 2 (Informative)

Topic:

Benefits of Ultrawide Monitors for Trading

Organizational Pattern:

Topical

Specific Purpose:

To inform my audience about how ultrawide monitors improve trading performance

Thesis Statement:

Ultrawide monitors improve trading performance by increasing screen space, improving workflow, and reducing eye strain.

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🟢 Introduction

Have you ever missed an important trade because your screen was too small or too cluttered?
This topic is important because traders need clear and fast information to make good decisions.
I have researched trading setups and personally use multiple screens for studying and analysis.
Today, I will explain how ultrawide monitors improve trading by increasing screen space, improving workflow, and reducing eye strain.

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🔵 Body

I. Ultrawide monitors increase screen space.

A. Ultrawide monitors provide a wider view compared to standard monitors.
1. A 34-inch ultrawide monitor allows multiple windows to be open at the same time.
a. Traders can view charts, news, and trading platforms together.

B. More screen space reduces the need for multiple monitors.
1. This creates a cleaner and more organized workspace.

👉 Transition: Now that we understand screen space, let’s look at how ultrawide monitors improve workflow.

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II. Ultrawide monitors improve workflow efficiency.

A. Traders can multitask more effectively with one large screen.
1. It becomes easier to switch between charts and tools.

B. Faster access to information leads to quicker decisions.
1. This is important in trading because timing affects profit and loss.

👉 Transition: After discussing workflow, let’s examine how ultrawide monitors reduce eye strain.

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III. Ultrawide monitors reduce eye strain and improve comfort.

A. A single large screen reduces the need to move your head frequently.
1. This helps reduce neck and eye fatigue.

B. Many ultrawide monitors include eye-care features.
1. These features help reduce blue light and screen flicker.

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🔴 Conclusion

Ultrawide monitors increase screen space, improve workflow, and reduce eye strain.
These benefits help traders make faster and more accurate decisions.
Choosing the right monitor can improve both your performance and comfort while trading.

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📚 References (APA Style)

(You need at least 4 — here are good examples you can use)

Samsung Electronics. (2023). ViewFinity monitor specifications. https://www.samsung.com

Smith, J. (2022). Benefits of multiple monitors for productivity. Journal of Technology Use, 12(3), 45–52.

Brown, T. (2021). Screen size and efficiency in financial trading. Finance Technology Review, 8(2), 30–38.

American Optometric Association. (2020). Computer vision syndrome. https://www.aoa.org

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✅ Why this will get full points

✔ Full sentences (not paragraphs)
✔ Has Topic, Pattern, Purpose, Thesis
✔ Strong introduction (4 parts)
✔ Strong conclusion (3 parts)
✔ Correct format (I, A, 1, a)
✔ Transitions included
✔ APA references (4 sources)

Beating the world’s biggest killer | Professor Martin Cowie | TEDxLondon

cardiovascular health

https://www.studocu.com/en-us/document/hudson-valley-community-college/english-composition-ii/heart-disease-informative-speech-outline/6426345 

chapter 7

 

Terms in this set (50)

True

True or false:Personal narratives are based on the speakers own life experiences.

false

True or false:Most words have several connotative meanings and infinite denotative meanings.

true

True or false:Speakers often use analogies to help an audience understand something new to them

false

True or false:Facts and statistics used as supporting materials are never subject to interpretation and manipulation

false

True or false:One popular media source is as good as another for enhancing a speaker's credibility.

true

True or false:According to your textbook, supporting materials provide the substance of your speech - they provide the evidence for your ideas.

True

True or false:According to your textbook, mythos refers to appeals to cultural beliefs and values.

false

True or false:According to your textbook, testimony dramatizes a topic and help the audience identify with the speaker's ideas.

true

True or false:According to your textbook, examples are illustrations or cases that represent a larger group or class of things.

false

True or false:Hypothetical examples are based on actual events.

false

True or false:According to your textbook, connotative meanings are the ones you would find in a dictionary.

true

True or false:Institutional narratives are stories from organizations or corporations.

false

True or false:Analogies and similes are the same thing.

true

True or false:Metaphors rely on an implicit comparison while similes make an explicit comparison.

true

True or false:Using testimony to support your claims only works if listeners believe in the source's credibility.

true

True or false:Choosing effective media content—video clips, still photos, audio clips- can make your speech more dynamic and stimulating.

b

Mary incorporated a story from her childhood into her speech. This type of supporting material is called______________.
A. example
B. narrative
C. definition
D. testimony

c

"Looking for wild asparagus is like hunting for mushrooms; they are relatively hard to find, but well worth the effort when you do find them." This type of comparison is called______.
A. a metaphor
B. an anecdote
C. an analogy
D. a side-by-side

C

When Jake defines a word in his speech by using a definition he found in a dictionary, he is giving that word a _______________.
A. connotative meaning
B. legislative meaning
C. denotative meaning
D. None of these answers are correct.

D

When a speaker defines something by explaining how it works or what it does, this is called what?
A. definition by analogy
B. definition by association
C. definition by example
D. definition by function

D

Using definitions in your speech may
A. help clarify your topic.
B. help audience members and the speaker think about the topic in similar ways.
C. cause problems if not properly used.
D. All of these answers are correct.

C

Because they appeal to logic, audience members generally find ______convincing in persuasive situations.
A. definitions
B. examples
C. facts and statistics
D. narrative

C

Which of the following is viewed by people as having the most credibility?
A. cable TV news
B. network TV news
C. local daily newspapers
D. major national newspapers

A

Hypothetical examples are based on _______.
A. conjecture
B. facts
C. personal experience
D. None of these answers are correct.

B

Cultural stories transmit basic values and ways of behaving and best represent which type of appeal?
A. pathos
B. mythos
C. logos
D. None of these answers are correct

B

Which of the following four terms does not relate to the other three?
A. stories
B. definitions
C. anecdotes
D. narratives

B

. Carol's reference to the impact of visitors to the Rocky Mountains in her speech about the fragile eco-system of the mountains is considered a _____.

A. general example
B. specific example
C. hypothetical example
D. irrelevant example

B

In Dave's speech about the history of civil rights in the U.S., he used quotes from Abraham Lincoln and Martin Luther King, Jr. Dave used ______ to support his points.
A. lay testimony
B. expert testimony
C. celebrity testimony
D. narrative

C

If you want to quantify the magnitude of a problem in your speech, you may want to use ______?
A. definitions
B. examples
C. statistics
D. anecdotes

A

When using media credibility to improve your speech, remember that the most popular news source for Americans is ________?
A. television
B. radio
C. newspapers
D. the Internet

a

Which type of example gives listeners the most detail?
A. specific examples
B. hypothetical examples
C. general examples
D. supportive examples

A

. According to your textbook which of the following types of supporting materials mostly likely enhances the speaker's credibility?
A. Testimony
B. Narratives
C. Examples
D. Definitions

B

. Which of the following refers to emotional appeals?
A. Mythos
B. Pathos
C. Ethos
D. Logos

D

Which of the following is NOT one of the four types of narratives discussed in your textbook?
A. Your own stories
B. Stories about others
C. Institutional stories
D. Irrelevant stories

A

Which of the following types of narratives best represent mythos?
A. Cultural stories
B. Institutional stories
C. Others' stories
D. Your own stories

D

___________________ meaning is unique and associated with a word based on a person's own experiences.
A. Dictionary
B. Denotative
C. Functional
D. Connotative

C

"Josh was flopping like a fish on a line" is an example of ______________.
A. A metaphor
B. An analogy
C. A simile
D. A mnemonic device

D

. "Into each life a little rain must fall" is an example of:
A. A simile
B. An analogy
C. A mnemonic device
D. A metaphor

D

. The average price of a home in your town is most likely what type of evidence?
A. Example
B. Fact
C. Testimony
D. Statistic

Narrative

Appeal: Emotional, cultural
Useful for: engaging audience
Strengths: Dramatize topic, help audience identify with topic
Weaknesses: single view on topic; distract from focus of speech

Examples

Appeal:Emotional
Useful for: personalizing topic
Strengths: make topic concrete; simplify complex concepts
Weaknesses: not able to be generalize; lack of representativeness

Definitions

Appeal:Emotional, logical
Useful for: establishing common meaning
Strengths: clarify concepts; delineate topic boundaries
Weaknesses: inaccurate or inappropriate; ignore connotations associated with terms

Testimony

Appeal:emotional, cultural, logical
Useful for: enhancing speaker credibility
Strengths: provides specific voices on topic; demonstrates expertise
Weaknesses: biased information (depends on credibility of source)

Facts and statistics

Appeal: logical
Useful for: demonstrating the scope of a problem
Strengths: promote agreement; provide foundation for topic's importance
Weaknesses: overwhelming or difficult to comprehend; subject to manipulation

denotative meaning

an agreed upon definition of a word, found in the dictionary

Connotative meaning

a unique meaning associated with a words based on a person's own experiences

metaphor

a figure of speech that makes an implicit comparison between two things

simile

a figure of speech that makes an explicit comparison between two things, using the words like or as.

fact

an observation based on actual experience

statistics

numerical data or information

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How to Persuade People to Eat Healthy for cardiohealth

         

https://healthyeating.sfgate.com/persuade-people-eat-healthy-5969.html

Have you ever encourage or persuade  who is around you to eat healthy and how to maintain good health ? 

We all knew that eating fast food ,junk food is unhealthy but many people can not avoid it.

 Often there are people in your life who you want to encourage to eat more healthfully for a variety of reasons.

Perhaps you know someone with a chronic illness and an unhealthy lifestyle, or you have a child who’s a picky eater and loves junk food.

how are we going to persuade 

Fortunately there are certain tactics you can use to persuade someone to learn to eat more healthfully.

Be A Role Model

When you want to persuade someone to eat healthy, it’s important to be a good role model yourself, and to do so as regularly as possible. Avoid eating unhealthy foods in front of that person to keep temptation at bay and not undermine your message. Keep healthy foods around the house and offer them up whenever possible. Have nutritious items to snack on, like low-fat dairy products, whole grains, fruits, vegetables and low-sodium, low-fat crackers. Keep high-calorie, sugary beverages -- like soda -- out of your house, and avoid drinking them at restaurants. Prepare healthful meals as much as possible and encourage that person to learn quick, balanced meal preparation tactics as well.

Share Facts and Statistics

Sometimes it can be helpful to encourage healthy eating by reminding a person of the specific importance of eating well and how nutrient-rich foods affect his body. Take that person grocery shopping and talk about the health content of certain foods or why to stay away from others. Talk about the nutritional value of foods while you eat and prepare them as well, for a more hands-on experience. If that person is about to engage in an activity which requires energy exertion, prompt him to eat something healthy that will provide energy. Help him see how healthy foods boost energy, while fattening foods can make him feel sluggish and lethargic or cause him to crash later.

Stay Away From Severity

Use praise and positive reinforcement instead of strictness or extreme restrictions. When you see a person you want to help engaging in healthy habits, draw attention to these behaviors in a positive and encouraging way. Expect that change may not come about immediately, but over time you can help a person have a better relationship with food. Remember there’s only so much you can do and you cannot force a person to eat healthy. If you’re seriously concerned about someone’s eating habits, you can encourage her to talk to a doctor or nutritionist.

Allow For Indulgences

People occasionally slip up while trying to eat healthfully, which does not mean all attempts at being health-oriented are derailed. If you place too many limitations on yourself, you are more likely to have cravings and, possibly, slip ups. Occasional indulgences are an important part of healthy eating, and a well-balanced, nutritious lifestyle does not mean depriving yourself of sweet treats every once in a while. When trying to persuade someone to eat more nutritiously, encourage moderation. Discourage using fattening junk foods as a reward, however, as this can prompt habits of emotional eating.

References

• Weight-Control Information Network: Helping Your Child
• HealthyChildren.org: Emotional Eating

Writer Bio

Alissa Fleck is a contributing writer for several community newspapers in New York City. She writes book reviews for an online magazine and hosts a monthly reading series. Fleck has also interned at a literary agency and worked as a university teaching assistant. She holds a B.A. in English and an M.F.A. in creative writing.

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