Business Communications

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Business Communications MS Business & Technology Framework • Develop a working knowledge of the foundations of oral and written communications, reading, and listening skills. • Apply basic social communication skills in personal and professional situations. • Use technology to enhance the effectiveness of communications. • Apply various methods of communication in seeking employment. • Incorporate appropriate techniques to communicate effectively in various business situations.

Writing Skills Objectives (MHS ELECTIVES) • 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. • The student will be able to use writing to make personal connections with course materials, develop critical thinking skills, and enrich the learning process. • The student will be able to write Standard American English. • The student will be able to communicate effectively in response to the demands of a specific audience. • 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: • What is the name of the country you are researching? • How do the people of the country dress? • Can women vote, work, lead, etc.? • What are the cultural differences between this country and the United States of America? • What is protocol for meeting & greeting someone? • 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/body_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! • Title slide, subtitle the history of…, picture, name, class,& period • Intro slide with brief introduction of chosen topic • Details on topic from source 1 • Details on topic from source 2 • Details on topic from source 3 • Cite all Sources: 3 web Sources & 3 picture sources (cite your sources on the slide that you use them on!) • 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 Letters Each 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.)

Business Communications