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Communication: Analyzing and Critically Evaluating the Intent of Messages
Objectives:
- Identify and describe the three key concepts related to understanding the intent of messages: intent, message, and critical evaluation.
- Understand the factors that can influence the intent of messages, including context, language and tone, and nonverbal cues.
- Learn the methods for critically evaluating intent, including identifying the main idea, assessing credibility, and considering the audience.

Age Level: Late secondary school

National Standards:
Complies with NBEA Communication 2023 Standard I.A.17 Analyze and critically evaluate the intent of messages.

Materials:
- Whiteboard or chalkboard
- Markers or chalk
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