EXPRESS YOURSELF

This session focuses on the potential to be misunderstood in written and in spoken communications.

Objectives

By the end of this session, participants will be able to:

Distinguish between verbal and written communication.
Evaluate their personal effectiveness as a communicator.
Identify previous miscommunication experiences.

Supplies

Express Yourself activity sheet (one per participant)
Pen or pencil

Leader Note:

Text in italics should be read aloud to participants. As you engage your post in activities each week, please include comments, discussions, and feedback to the group relating to Character, Leadership, and Ethics. These are important attributes that make a difference in the success of youth in the workplace and in life.