Blog Post #2
Blog Post #2: What We Learned from Each Other’s Presentations
The past few weeks of class were actually pretty eye-opening. Each group tackled a different angle of communication, family life, or career planning, and somehow, all the topics connected in really meaningful ways. Here’s a little recap of what went down with Group 3, Group 2, and my group—Group
Group 3:(Chapters 4, 13, 14, 11)
Group 3 gave us a deep dive into the “how” of communication—how we see and understand others (Chapter 4), how to organize our thoughts (Chapter 11), and how to bring that message to life with style and delivery (Chapters 13 and 14). They made it clear that it’s not just about saying the right words—it’s about saying them in a way people actually hear and feel. Their tips on public speaking and picking the right topic were super helpful, especially for anyone who’s ever felt nervous about presenting (so… all of us).
Group 2:(Chapters 5, 15, 17)
Group 2 focused on how families shape who we are and how we show up in the world. Chapter 5 gave us the scoop on nonverbal communication—like how eye contact, body language, and personal space say just as much as words. They also walked us through persuasive speaking (Chapter 15) and how to build strong arguments (Chapter 17), using examples from real life to show how communication can bring people together or push them apart.
What stood out was their point about how much families have had to adapt, especially with tech and pandemic changes. It really hit home how much our environment shapes our voice—literally and emotionally.
Group 1 (My Group!): Education & Careers (Chapters 1, 2, 6, 7, 8)
Our group took on something we’re all thinking about: our future. We broke down how communication plays a huge role in our education and career journey. From understanding yourself (Chapter 2), to becoming a better listener (Chapter 6), managing emotions (Chapter 7), and navigating relationships (Chapter 8)—these chapters reminded us that soft skills are just as important as hard ones.
We also talked about the pressure students feel—from finances to mental health—and how schools like MDC can really step up with resources like job training, counseling, and scholarships. It was cool to connect classroom knowledge with the real-world struggles we all deal with.
Final Thoughts
What’s awesome is that each group added a different piece to the puzzle. Whether it was learning to communicate better, reflecting on our family roots, or figuring out our next steps in life, the presentations gave us more than just textbook info they gave us perspective. Big props to everyone who presented. We definitely learned a lot from each other.
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