Week 4: Verbal Communication & Message Design
Week 4 Overview
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Learning Objectives
- 1Explain the symbolic nature of language and how meaning is created
- 2Distinguish between denotative and connotative meaning
- 3Identify common language barriers including bypassing, abstraction, and jargon
- 4Compare assertive, aggressive, and passive communication styles
- 5Construct effective I-statements and clear messages
Why This Matters
The words we choose shape our relationships and our ability to be understood. Understanding how language works - and how it can fail - helps us become more precise, more respectful, and more effective communicators in all areas of life.