TEKS: Chapter 110. English Language Arts and Reading See All Teacher Resources

110.26.b.1

(1) Understanding the communication process. The student demonstrates a knowledge of communication. The student is expected to:

• (A) recognize and explain the importance of communication in social, academic, civic, and professional roles;

• (B) identify the related components of the communication process;

• (C) identify standards of making communication choices considering appropriateness for self, listener, occasion, and task;

• (D) identify characteristics of oral language and analyze standards for using oral language appropriately;

• (E) identify the importance of using appropriate nonverbal communication;

• (F) identify and explain the components of listening process;

• (G) identify the kinds of listening and analyze skills related to each type;

• (H) analyze how perception of self and others affects communication;

• (I) analyze and develop techniques and strategies for building self-confidence and reducing communication apprehension;

• (J) identify and explain factors that influence communication decisions such as knowledge, attitudes, and culture; and

• (K) explain the importance of assuming responsibility for communication decisions.