To examine the impact of specific words on the communication process. Participants will identify words that provoke a negative response for them.
Explain to the participants that they will be examining how specific words can affect the interpretation of a message.
Distribute a copy of the worksheet and a pencil to each participant.
Direct each participant to write down ten words, excluding obscenities, that for them provoke strong negative responses. Allow approximately 5 minutes for individual work.
Form subgroups of three to five participants each.
Ask the groups to discuss the chosen words and the reasons why they were chosen. Allow approximately 10 minutes for small group discussion.
Facilitate a large group discussion based on the following questions:
Directions: List ten words that you feel provoke a strong negative response from you.
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