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Chapter Eight
Be Better
Part One
LET'S COMMIT TO BEING BETTER COMMUNICATORS - be better by watching the story below
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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.
What is Good Communication?
Investigate the power of words and learn how to improve your communication skills.
The Art of the (Stakeholder) Conversation
Have a great idea for your final project? Awesome! Now consult with those who'll be impacted by it.
Interview an Expert
Need help? Get out of your comfort zone and interview an expert who can help you with your project. * Recommended
Further Exploration
Latest News
Newfoundland & Labrador Election: #9 – What does this mean?
https://youtu.be/WBezlG0trxg
An overview of the Newfoundland and Labrador election with your host, Simon Jackson.
ICYMI - Here's a playlist of the previous updates from last night:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLghJkRMPFsTgqMFeaqyW_2mouT4hxz5ZC
Newfoundland & Labrador Election: #8 – The Results
https://youtu.be/YYq2zz6KEmU
An overview of the Newfoundland and Labrador election with your host, Simon Jackson.
Newfoundland & Labrador Election: #7 – Bridging Divides
https://youtu.be/rBTIKrlpI7U
An overview of the Newfoundland and Labrador election with your host, Simon Jackson.
The Life and Times of Honorable, Dr. Donald H. Oliver, CM, ONS,...
Resources From the Curated Library
Best practices for research
Best practices for research
Sub-Category: Research & Reference
Source: JSTOR
File Type: Journal
Overview: Best practices for research
Web Link: https://www.jstor.org/stable/3525702?seq=1#page_scan_tab_contents
How context impacts marketing: lessons to apply in life and for your project
How context impacts marketing: lessons to apply in life and for your project
Bias: Centre Right
Sub-Category: Marketing
Source: Forbes
File Type: Question and Answer
Overview: What good sourcing looks like
Web Link: https://www.forbes.com/sites/paultalbot/2019/03/25/why-context-matters-more-than-ever-for-marketers/#2e7757b54256
21 Things You May Not Have Known About The Indian Act
Bias: Centre
Sub-Category: Duty to Consult
Source: Indigenous Corporate Training Inc.
File Type: Essay/Analysis
Overview: Indian Act explored
Web Link: https://www.ictinc.ca/blog/21-things-you-may-not-have-known-about-the-indian-act-
Indigenous terminology and why it matters
Bias: Centre Left
Sub-Category: Duty to Consult
Source: University of British Columbia
File Type: Guide
Overview: Correct Indigenous terminology and why it matters
Web Link: http://indigenousfoundations.arts.ubc.ca/terminology/
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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