Speech Chapter 13 - Invitational Speaking

What is invitational speaking?

• A type of debate that aims to prove one's argument as superior to the other

• A communication approach that encourages participation, exploration, and sharing

• A technique to persuade others to agree with one's viewpoint

What is the main goal of invitational speaking?

• To win an argument

• To create a safe and inclusive environment for communication

• To establish one's superiority in communication

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CCSS.RL.5.6

What are some key characteristics of invitational speaking?

• Encouraging dialogue, openness, and non-judgmental listening

• Interrupting others to get your point across

• Ignoring other people's perspectives and viewpoints

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

How can invitational speaking help in conflict resolution?

• By avoiding conflicts altogether

• By creating a safe and inclusive environment for respectful dialogue and understanding

• By forcing one's viewpoint on the other person

What are some examples of invitational speaking techniques?

• Asking open-ended questions, active listening, and respectful feedback

• Interrupting, arguing, and talking over others

• Being sarcastic, dismissive, and unresponsive

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

What is the role of feedback in invitational speaking?

• To criticize and point out flaws in the other person's argument

• To provide constructive comments and insights that help improve communication

• To ignore the other person's perspective and focus on one's own viewpoint

How can invitational speaking be used to promote social justice?

• By imposing one's beliefs on others

• By creating a safe and inclusive environment for respectful dialogue and understanding of different perspectives

• By ignoring other people's experiences and viewpoints

How can invitational speaking be used to promote personal growth?

• By avoiding any conflicts

• By creating a safe and inclusive environment for self-reflection and understanding of one's experiences and perspectives

• By imposing one's viewpoint on others

What are some common barriers to effective invitational speaking?

• Interrupting, talking over others, and being dismissive

• Being defensive, judgmental, and confrontational

• Using sarcasm, ridicule, and ignoring others' perspectives

How can invitational speaking skills be developed and improved?

• By practicing active listening, asking open-ended questions, and providing respectful feedback

• By interrupting, arguing, and talking over others

• By ignoring others' perspectives and focusing solely on one's own viewpoint