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Conversational Language

Conversational Language . conversation. Interactive and spontaneous communication between 2 or more people Natural give and take of topics Most people find it pleasant and like the company to pass time . Conversation . Affects every other sort of behavior in which we engage:

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Conversational Language

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  1. Conversational Language

  2. conversation • Interactive and spontaneous communication between 2 or more people • Natural give and take of topics • Most people find it pleasant and like the company to pass time

  3. Conversation • Affects every other sort of behavior in which we engage: • Personal relations • Efforts in the workplace • Initial impressions

  4. Elements of Conversation • Discussion -- sharing opinions on subjects that are thought of during the conversation. • The subject usually changes before discussion becomes dispute • Subject – conversations based on their content (often a combination) • Ideas • Objective facts • Other people (usually absent) • Conversations about oneself • Functions – conveys information to achieve a goal • Small talk • Banter

  5. Polite Conversation • Conversations follow rules of etiquette • Conversations are social interactions, and depend on social convention • Failure to follow the rules ends the conversation • Awkward turtle.

  6. How to make Polite Conversation • Step 1: Think of a topic. What will you talk about today? Every conversation has a subject, or topic. • Some of the popular conversation topics are; music; opinions; "Have you ever...?" sentence starters and topics; shopping; clothes; sports; marriage; and children.

  7. How to make Polite Conversation • Step 2: Start off your conversation with something interesting. • Ask a question • Be brave! • Step 3: Keep eye contact. • Give them your full attention • Don't let your eyes wander

  8. How to make Polite Conversation • Step 4: Do not interrupt them. • Listen to what they have to say! • Don’t just think about what you want to say next • Listen to where the conversation is moving • Step 5: Answer in detail • Yes and no are boring and don’t promote conversation • Give your opinion on a subject and analysis and evidence • We often avoid talking about ourselves, but the other person WANTS to know

  9. Conversation Starters • Books • Movies • Television Shows • School, education • Travel • Family • Puppies

  10. Topics to avoid • Politics • Religion • Money • Sex • Inappropriate Humor

  11. Awkward silence • Uncomfortable pause in a conversation or presentation • Associated with feelings of anxiety as the participants feel pressure to speak but are unsure what to say next • Remedies: • Summarize what was said and thank them for their contributions • Conversation pieces (artwork, music, etc.) • Ice breakers • How about them Bears? Nice weather, eh? • Puppies

  12. Creepiest video ever. • https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jgR29ipkr5k

  13. Let’s try it! • Brainstorm conversation topics and/or questions to ask • Conduct polite conversation around the classroom • Help yourself to treats! • Don’t just talk to your friends!

  14. Reflection • Who did you have a polite conversation with? • What did you talk about? • Did you have any awkward moments? How did you fix the situation? • How were you able to tell that the conversation was over or ending?

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