Baesa-AJ 041 - D. Balch (Online) (70386 ) Second Session / Unit 7 Questions
What is the most difficult aspect of testifying?
The most difficult aspect of testifying is having stage fright. Some officers and or people are not comfortable with speaking out loud and clear for all to hear in a public courtroom setting. Not only must the person testifying have to go through a direct examination but also a cross examination where it is intended to destroy the person's credibility.
Ref: Written and Interpersonal Communication: Methods for Law Enforcement, Ch. 8, Pg. 125, 5/e by Wallace & Roberson
What makes one speaker more dynamic than others? List specific characteristics that you believe are essential for effective public speaking.
A speaker that's more dynamic than others requires comfortable, confident and experience. The whole purpose is to engage the audience and have them understand what you are conveying. I too believe it's more an art than science. Though depending on what type of presentation you are performing, you must be professional. Engaging with an audience takes body language, confidence, interaction and delivering your message with ease. I believe you must rehearse and practice your presentations before delivering for it should be as smooth as possible.
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6, Pg. 88, 89, 5/e by Wallace & Roberson
What is the most appropriate attire for an officer testifying in court? Why?
The most appropriate attire for an officer testifying in court could be the uniform or a conservative professional look. The uniform must be clean and pressed. As a sworn Peace Officer the officer should have the right to wear the uniform in public or in court since the officer is being held to a high standard. If not the officer must look professional and clean portraying a conservative look.
Ref: Written and Interpersonal Communication: Methods for Law Enforcement, Ch. 8, Pg. 123,, 5/e by Wallace &
The speaker must thoroughly think through what he or she is going to say, and the method in which they want to say it. They must evaluate and decide whether to use verbal or nonverbal communication, or a mix of the two. If they have chosen verbal communication, they must figure out a way to communicate in a non-patronising way that will still be as effective. If nonverbal communication is chosen, the correct method of nonverbal communication should be chosen. Effective communication must happen in order to meet Mrs Hedges’ needs, to help her feel re assured, safe and secure.
In the field of criminal justice it is crucial for employees to understand the importance of oral and written communication. No matter what an individual’s position happens to be, they will have to orally communicate with internal staff such as co-workers, supervisors, deputies, security, judicial officers, as well as external members like clients, defendants, victims, jurors, as well as the general public. Additionally, in today’s computerized world chances are these same positions will be expected to communicate daily in writing, too. Whether it is factually writing an incident report or verbally explaining to a juror what their responsibility is during a trial, these professionals must clearly express important information. Oral and
Identify and discuss the various types of written or oral communication presented in the case and the guidelines for each type of communication. Consider the prosecution, defense, witnesses, and the judge. Write an arrest-and-incident police report using the specified guidelines and parameters for report writing as outlined in the assigned readings. Assume the role of the investigating officer. The report must be factual, accurate, objective, and complete. Ensure the police report is as long as necessary, concise, clear, and mechanically correct.
CO #3.Demonstrateeffective verbal,written,andtechnological communicationusing legal and ethical standardsfortransferringknowledge using success resources provided to Chamberlain students.(PO#3)
Task 1 (Part 1) Introduction: This assignment will be explaining what is meant by communication, interpersonal interaction, making references to the communication cycle and the key elements for such a cycle. The assignment will be explaining verbal and non – verbal communication when communicating with a wide range of service users. There will be assessment of the effectiveness of communication for service users with different needs. What is meant by communication?
1.) The course covered areas that are critical for justice to be served. Much of the text highlighted the need for correct, reliable, complete, and understandable language required from law enforcement. The first chapter was about writing correctly by organizing, understanding confusing words and phrases and using proper sentences. This chapter also laid out ways and means to improve your verbal and written communication. This led us into Chapter 2 where the differences between oral and written records are discussed. It emphasized the importance of written documentation for permanent records which are used in the future for all types of references. Chapter 3
Formal channels of communication include orders, directives and written memorandums that follow a chain of command. Communication in this scenario usually flows downward from the highest level of the totem pole, such as a police chief down to its subordinates. This type of channel of communication has both its advantages and disadvantages. The advantage of using a formal channel promote uniformity within the department. All officers, despite their rank, receive the same information. The disadvantage of using formal channels is that it sometimes stops the free flow of communication. If this channel type of communication is used it does not leave much room for officers to exchange freely any information within their department. That is to say that patrol officers usually are not encouraged to communicate amongst their peers but rather just receive instruction from their superiors. This hinders the department because officers are not encouraged to help one another, communicate with each other and possibly provide or exchange crucial information that might help them execute their responsibilities.
2) Body Paragraph #4 - Describe strategies for using communication techniques to resolve interpersonal conflicts.
E. (2014). Criminal Law and Procedure, 7th Edition: Cengage Learning. p. 425. Retrieved August 31, 2017, from https://www.betheluniversityonline.net/cps/default.aspx?SectionID=5980&tabid=154#1
Communication helps police officers get their jobs done behind the scenes. One way police officers communicate is through effective writing; it is communication that the public does not see, but it is still very important. The public does not see police officers filling out the stacks of paperwork inherent in their job, but nevertheless, this
The two speakers that I chose to compare for this study were Pastor, John Ortberg and Michael Pollan. While these speakers presented very different audiences, according to very different structures, three things they had in common were: 1) a personal/conversational tone; 2) they involved the real world in the context of their presentations; and 3) they were clear and concisein their manner of speaking. =======================
1. Which form of communication, oral or written, is most important in each of the following situations?
Communication is a necessity when you are working almost any job. When you are working with the public, the people in a community you must be able to not only communicate your own point
Theses tactics are the backbone in persuading the audience that your words hold weight. People will listen to what you say and act on your words with diligence. While conversing you should know what you are about to say, and hear yourself say each word to every sentence. Worry less about what you
Edmonson, J. (2009). Let's be clear: How to manage communication styles. T & D, 63(9), 30-31.