Associate Level Material
Appendix C

Nonverbal Communication Codes

* Analyze the nonverbal communication codes demonstrated in the images located on the following five pages by answering the five questions located below each image. When finished, type your name into the appropriate space located at the bottom of the last page, save the document, and submit it to your instructor.

What nonverbal messages are being sent in this image?

The nonverbal messages sent in this image are two people arguing with one of them being defensive and the other person not involved in the argument trying to possibly calm the situation.

What type of nonverbal communication codes are being used to deliver the message(s)?

People often use hand gestures during heated or tense arguments.

What effect does each message have on the other people in the image?

The effect that each message has on the other people in the image is being upset, defensive, and passive.

What nonverbal communication skills and strategies could be used to communicate effectively in this situation?

The nonverbal communication skills and strategies that could be used to communicate effectively in this situation should first be to stay calm and talk not yell. There should be no finger pointing or any defensive gestures. There should be some distance and personal space between the two in the argument so neither person feels threatened or uncomfortable.

What nonverbal messages are being sent in this image?

The nonverbal message sent by the man is a state of confusion or misunderstanding.

What type of nonverbal communication codes are being used to deliver the message(s)?

The type of nonverbal communication codes being used to deliver the messages are hand gestures, and facial expressions as well as a lack in eye contact.

What effect does each message have on the other