Give the volunteers the student page as a guide. Discuss communication styles. Discuss the three communication styles. Both verbal and nonverbal messages are used in each communication style. Assertive communication usually provides the most effective communication. .
Students demonstrate nonverbal messages.
Have students practice nonverbal messages with a partner. Discuss assertive communication. Discuss the types of verbal messages that are used for assertive communication. Students practice assertive communication. Have students complete the student page.