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Small Talk Matters

Author

Bethany

Subject

Communication

Difficulty

10th Grade

Prompt used to create this resource

Create a reading guide for this article. Have students explore the importance of developing small talk skills. Use a variety of questions types and difficulties. Have students use text-based answers. The following is a summary of the web page https://www.all-about-psychology.com/the-psychology-of-small-talk-why-it-matters-and-how-to-get-better.html: The article titled *The Psychology of Small Talk: Why It Matters More Than You Think* by David Webb explores the significance of small talk in fo...

Description

This learning resource focuses on the psychological and social significance of small talk skills. Students will engage in critical reading and develop text-based responses to comprehend the importance of small talk in daily interactions. The resource encourages learners to analyze their own habits and to explore research findings regarding the social connections formed through lighthearted conversations. Through various activities, including a thinking routine, vocabulary building, text-dependent analysis, and inferential reasoning, students will gain insights into the dynamic nature of small talk across different cultures and its role as a social lubricant. They will also evaluate practical strategies for enhancing their small talk skills, fostering meaningful connections in social settings.

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