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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Business Communication 1

For Teachers 12th - Higher Ed
Students examine a variety of methods that can be used to communicate information, and the process of communication. They analyze various business communication scenarios and write reports on their opinions of the situations.
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Article
Other

Managing the Grapevine

For Students 9th - 10th
This site contains an excellent description of this form of communication. Dealing effectively with the grapevine is fully explained. Reasons for communicating through a grapevine and how to effectively manage it are given.
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Website
Smithsonian Institution

Smithsonian Education: Carbons to Computers Fax

For Students 9th - 10th
The Smithsonian Institution provides the lifeline of the fax machine and of its uses in the business world.
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Website
Other

The Negotiation Skills Company

For Students 9th - 10th
The Negotiation Skills Company helps people enhance their negotiation skills to increase their proficiency, efficiency, and satisfaction with the process of reaching agreements. Explore articles and video/audio clips.
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Website
Mind Tools

Mind Tools: Improve Your Communications Skills

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
While the original audience for this site is the business community, the advice regarding communication skills is relevant for anyone, especially students who are preparing for the job market. Sections include tips on improving public...
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Article
Other

Business Etiquette: More Than Just Eating With the Right Fork

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
So many people forget about common courtesies as a form of communication. These tips are vital for business success.
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Lesson Plan
Alabama Learning Exchange

Alex: Company Salute

For Teachers 9th - 10th
In this lesson students will explore employee/employer issues related to a specific job/company. Students will then design a poster presenting or "saluting" the job/company they researched and share information with the class.
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Lesson Plan
Alabama Learning Exchange

Alex: Business Communication

For Teachers 9th - 10th
This instructional activity will help learners learn about business communication. Students will learn how to write various types of business letters and other communication.
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Handout
Other

Effective Communication Skills:self Assessment Exercise

For Students 9th - 10th
Take this self-assessment to learn about your communication style and habits, so you can capitalize on your strengths and identify your bad habits. Additional information about working with people who have different communication styles.
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Other

Advancing Women: Learning Effective Workplace Communications

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Author provides simple but helpful guidance to start effective workplace communication. Advancing Women: Learning Effective Workplace Communications