Why is audience analysis and adaptation an important part of public speaking? Describe a specific example from class presentations that demonstrates the effect audience analysis can have. Name at least one other context (other than public speaking) in which audience analysis and adaptation is important.
List 5 pieces of advice you would give students when they enroll in an Oral Communication class. What should they do in order to succeed?
Why Is Communication Important? / Why Do We Need to Study Communication? / Why Is Communication a Process? . (Support your answer)
Explain (three points) detailing why it is so important to be aware of culture when thinking about communication. (Support your answer)
Has the development of the internet and social media caused a change in the way we communicate (quality, quantity, style etc.)? (Support your answer)
Can culture, gender, nationality or social class have an effect on communication? (Support your answer)
What role do facial expressions, gestures and pauses play in communication? (Support your answer)
Compare and contrast the four main listening styles. (Support your answer)
