Learners evaluate how well a set of directions instructs a person about to perform a task for the first time. The focus is on avoiding assumptions.

Learners examine how language can interfere with clear communication. They select examples of ambiguity, assuring expressions, doublespeak euphemisms, jargon, emotive content, false implications, meaningless comparisons, and vagueness. In an interactive exercise, learners identify ways to overcome these barriers.

In this learning activity you'll summarize review key concepts related to arguments and persuasion.

Learners write directions to gain experience asking questions from the point of view of the person who must follow the directions.