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Chapter Eight

Be Better

Lesson Media
  • Watch video (overview of concepts in this chapter)
  • Reflect (simple activities and discussions)
Activities
  • Break down concepts and definitions
  • Test your comprehension
  • Apply your knowledge
  • Continue to work on your final project

Part One

LET'S COMMIT TO BEING BETTER COMMUNICATORS - be better by watching the story below

Read Story Instead

Prefer reading instead? Here's the text version of your lesson.

Questions & Activities

Reflect on your lesson with short activities, or by exploring referenced articles, featured podcasts, term definitions, and more!

Featured Hot Take

We all need to work towards being better, more thoughtful communicators – better, more thoughtful citizens. And Donna Kennedy-Glans argues that starts with asking why more often.
 
Donna is a former Alberta cabinet minister and former energy executive. She’s also a lawyer and an author with a passion for moving society beyond polarity.
 
We’re featuring this podcast across all five Nature Labs subjects. You might not like every course you take in school, but they are all related. By listening to this podcast, hopefully you’ll better understand why.

Reflection

  • What does good communication and good consultation look like to you? Do you think it matters?
  • What role do you play in how we talk as a country?
  • Is it even possible to ask certain, hard questions – especially in this social media age – without creating controversy or deepening divides?
  • How can we spark better conversations with diverse citizens?
  • How can we do a better job of listening while also ensuring that we’re still heard?

Part Two

YOUR TEACHER WILL DIRECT YOU TO THE ACTIVITIES BELOW THAT WILL HELP YOU WITH YOUR PROJECT.

Good Communication

What we say matters. Investigate the power of words and learn how to improve your communication skills.

The Art of the Conversation

Have a great idea for your final project? Awesome! Now consult with those who'll be impacted by it.

Networking

Networking is one of the best tools for advancing your career goals. Practice your skills!

Job Interview Skills

You can't pay the bills if you don't have the skills (to apply for a job). Practice how to land the job in an interview!

Interview an Expert

Get out of your comfort zone and interview an expert who can help you with your project.

Further Exploration

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Podcasts for National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

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Resources From the Curated Library

AI is set to transform science – but will we understand the results?

Bias: Centre Source: The Conversation File Type: Research/Analysis Overview: AI is set to transform science – but will we understand the results? Web Link: https://theconversation.com/ai-is-set-to-transform-science-but-will-we-understand-the-results-241760

What does research say about how to effectively communicate about science?

Bias: Centre Sub-Category: Communications Source: The Conversation File Type: Essay/Analysis Overview: What research says about effective communication Web Link: https://theconversation.com/what-does-research-say-about-how-to-effectively-communicate-about-science-70244

Mapping Nature To Build A Smarter Human Footprint

Bias: Centre Left Sub-Category: Ideas Source: MoJo File Type: Essay/Analysis Overview: Mapping nature to build a smarter human footprint Web Link: https://mountainjournal.org/wildlife-maps-as-tools-for-smarter-architecture?fbclid=IwAR3Qv_OoOOboGkCHovKx_lJ06OR9d1zanlaO45-YVRembSeMPA5R8CewEmk

Interviewing an Expert

Value of interview skills: Job interviews: Interview skills are crucial for job seekers. A well-executed interview can make the difference between getting the job or...
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Chapters

Chapter One

The System of Things

Chapter Five

Here’s How

Chapter Nine

Own Your Hypocrisy

Chapter Two

The Context of It All

Chapter Six

Your Turn

Chapter Ten

Keep Going

Chapter Three

We Don’t Know What We Don’t Know

Chapter Seven

Dig Deeper

Chapter Eleven

One Last Thing

Chapter Four

Hard Stuff is Hard

Chapter Eight

Be Better

Chapter Twelve

The End (of the Beginning)