BUSINESS COMMUNICATIONS

D. Sartin W.Spring 2011

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Business Communications MS Business & Technology Framework

1. Develop a working knowledge of the foundations of oral and written communications, reading, and listening skills.

2. Apply basic social communication skills in personal and professional situations.

3. Use technology to enhance the effectiveness of communications.

4. Apply various methods of communication in seeking employment.

5. Incorporate appropriate techniques to communicate effectively in various business situations.

Writing Skills Objectives (MHS ELECTIVES)

A. The student will be able to use prewriting and revising techniques to produce a polished piece of writing that meets the standards of the discipline.

B. The student will be able to use writing to make personal connections with course materials, develop critical thinking skills, and enrich the learning process.

C. The student will be able to write Standard American English. D. The student will be able to communicate effectively in

response to the demands of a specific audience. E. The student will be able to use various forms of writing within

the discipline.

Source: http://neasc.umf.maine.edu/data/portfolio/prog/hum/eng/outcomes%20template.htm)

Comp 1c: Letter WritingCompose and format a variety of mailable business correspondence applying basic communication skills

Assignment: Write a letter to Martin Luther King and tell him how his dream changed the world

(or) Alternative Assignment: Write a letter to your mentor and tell them how they have helped shape your life, etc.

Goals

List 10 things you’d like to achieve in your lifetime. Write down only those that you honestly believe you can accomplish. Be thoughtful.

About Me* post to http://sartinkids.wikispaces.com Where were you

born? Who are your parents

and siblings? Where have you

attended school? Who was your

childhood hero? What are your

favorite foods?

Who were your best friends in elementary school?

What is one thing you know without a doubt…

What do you aspire to do?

What makes you special and different…

Tell me everything about you… (that is not a drastic secret, it doesn’t have to make sense…that’s free writing!)

Country Project Questions

Name:Location/

Continent:Leader:Population:Name of People:Race of People:Religious Beliefs:

1. What is the name of the country you are researching?

2. How do the people of the country dress?

3. Can women vote, work, lead, etc.?

4. What are the cultural differences between this country and the United States of America?

5. What is protocol for meeting & greeting someone?

6. When someone arrives in this country what are some “survival” tips they need to know?

Oral Communications/Listening Introductions

Name Community/church Classes/Favorite Class Activities Quote/Favorite Color

Body Language

Internet Research: Body Language http://changingminds.org/techniques/body/bod

y_language.htm What did you learn that you support? What did

you read that you don’t believe? Why? What is body language? What does your body say about you? Write a brief story that includes three

different forms of body language. Example: And she rolled her eyes and snapped

her neck; I just knew that she was upset!

Create a PowerPoint Presentation or Brochure for the college you would like to attend…

Name of School or College Location/Address Schools Motto/Slogan Current President & Deans Contact information:

School’s Address, Web Address, Telephone Number, etc.

School Logo/Mascot or picture

Academics Majors Mission Statement Campus Activities Sports Welcome from President Pictures

Campus Calendar Campus Organizations

At least one topic for each section.

2. Apply basic social communication skills in personal and professional situations. Time

Management Discrimination Conflict

Resolution Customer Service Etiquette

The Body Language Cat Walk

Nonverbal Cues

Nonverbal Communications

The Lie Detector Write down five “Yes or No” Questions about yourself.

Example: Have you ever ate a bug?  On a separate sheet of paper answer the questions. Trade your questions with a person that you are not

very familiar with; keep your answer sheet. Ask your classmate the questions that they created for

themselves. Write down their response and whether or not you believe them to be lying or truthing! 

Compare your answers. What are three signs that someone is lying? Write

them down on your handout & turn in all papers.

3. Use technology to enhance the effectiveness of communications.

Current Events Presentations Flyers Business Cards Classifieds; Twitter

Telephone Etiquette

Blogs Websites Discussion Boards Silent Discussion

Assignments for “The History of…”Timed writing & current event

PowerPoint on “The History of…”

Internet Research the History of

technology. Find a topic that really interest you; like the history of cell phones, phones, facebook, twitter,

the computer, etc. As long as it is

technology related!

1. Title slide, subtitle the history of…, picture, name, class,& period

2. Intro slide with brief introduction of chosen topic

3. Details on topic from source 1

4. Details on topic from source 2

5. Details on topic from source 3

1. Cite all Sources: 3 web Sources & 3 picture sources (cite your sources on the slide that you use them on!)

6. Quiz on Topic (5 questions)

BW: Instant Messaging (Written Communications, Reading & Technology) Hold a conversation with two of your

classmates on a stated topic. No talking or laughing. (3 minutes)

4. Apply various methods of communication in seeking employment. Cover letter Resume Follow-up letter Mock interviews

Complete an Application

Compile an employment portfolio

http://www.quintcareers.com/resume_strategy_quiz.html

Resumes & Cover LettersEach student must complete the following. Post all

documents to website and turn in hard copies to teacher. Resume (mjr) Cover Letter (mjr)

to Mrs. Sartin, Business Education, McComb High School, 310 7th Street, McComb, MS 39648

10 Interview questions; answered and source documented from internet. (mnr)

Bring in Job Posting from the Internet or Newspaper (mnr)

Go to a local business get a job application, complete it, and turn it in to me. (mjr)

Professional Attire Day Letter of Recommendation from an adult.

Recommending you as student of the month. (+5xtra added to project grade)

5. Incorporate appropriate techniques to communicate effectively in various business situations. International Business Etiquette

What is an electronic portfolio? An electronic portfolio is a collection of work that

someone creates to showcase items that he/she has created.

In this case an electronic portfolio is a collection of five or more assignments that have been created since the beginning of the school year. Students may use typed, photographed, or computerized assignments from other classes.

Otherwise, students will take a snapshot of five different assignments. (Ctrl + print screen) and paste the assignments in Microsoft Word or PowerPoint.

Students must give a description/explanation of the assignment and if it is for a different teacher be sure to list the teacher’s name. Please change the background, Spell check, & Use Creative fonts.

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Professional Attire Activity On the Internet

visit the following website to create a virtual model: (mnr.) www.mvm.com

On Wednesday dress for “Professional Attire Day” (xtra. Mjr.)