Faculty Focus

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

Even though the number of international students and employees within US organizations is increasing (Rivas, Burke, and Hale, 2019), intercultural differences, language barriers, and a desire to avoid conflict and/or offensive language continue to be common communication struggles for both American and international individuals (Rivas et al.,

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Faculty Focus

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

Even though the number of international students and employees within US organizations is increasing (Rivas, Burke, and Hale, 2019), intercultural differences, language barriers, and a desire to avoid conflict and/or offensive language continue to be common communication struggles for both American and international individuals (Rivas et al.,

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Culture Communication Instructors Lecturing 102

Faculty Focus

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Non-verbal communication adopted by the instructor. Non-verbal communication is arguably more important than verbal communication. Thus, an instructor’s body language is important during class. Many instructors have a tendency to overload students with new information during the final minutes of class.

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Attention Teaching Instructors Minute Papers 121

Faculty Focus

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Non-verbal communication adopted by the instructor. Non-verbal communication is arguably more important than verbal communication. Thus, an instructor’s body language is important during class. Many instructors have a tendency to overload students with new information during the final minutes of class.

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Faculty Focus

OCTOBER 27, 2024

Connecting Connections The practice of connecting with students helps to minimize power dynamics , begins to establish trust, and opens communication pathways. Be open with your students by using warm, informal language and tone ( Wehr, 2024). Pro tip: Keep students informed about your availability and communication schedule.

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Faculty Focus

OCTOBER 27, 2024

Connecting Connections The practice of connecting with students helps to minimize power dynamics , begins to establish trust, and opens communication pathways. Be open with your students by using warm, informal language and tone ( Wehr, 2024). Pro tip: Keep students informed about your availability and communication schedule.

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Instructors Students Minute Papers Course Design 105