Instructions - Complete this section by explaining
A) Which Argument sphere and specific field each situation fits.
B) Proxemics that would be used in each of these situations.
C) The nature of the nonverbal aspects in each.

1. Giving a speech to the class
 

2. Convincing a friend to go to speech class.
 

3. A teacher giving a lesson.
 

4. A friend trying to convince you to play in the mud.
 

5. Convincing a loved one that your massage can help relieve stress.
 

6. A family feud that erupts at a family reunion.
 

7. Telling friends about someone as they approach the group.
 

8. A scientist giving a report to board members.
 

Part B:

Instructions - answer the questions by examing your own behavior.
 
 
1. a)What kind of facial expressions do you have most often?
    b)How do you think others perceive these expressions?
    c)What other kind of nonverbal expressions do you have when talking to others.
 
 
 
2. a)How close do you stand to people when talking?
    b)Do you stand at a different distance depending on the message you are trying to convey?
    c)(i.e. Do you stand closer when you get mad?)
 
 
 
3. a)What are the different spheres that you are engaged in within a day?
    b)What is ytour role in these spheres?
    c)How do you interact when in them?
 
 
 

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Persuasion Overview

Professional Development

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