I find body language so intriguing there are so many different signals a person can do without even knowing they are talking without words.
After watching the video of Norine Dresser speaking about manners along with body language, i feel following by receiving my class student list, that it is important to be aware of the students backgrounds. This takes you close to being aware of your surroundings and how to react properly.
For instance, when I was younger and my mom would speak to my friends, she would expect them to look her in the eye. She found respect from making eye contact; this showed you were well engaged to the conversation. If you did not , you seemed to be not trust worthy or not paying attention. I understand some cultures eye contact is offensive; when being a younger kid they must obey and respect their elders. Therefore, as a teacher I will not be asking children to look me in the eye. There could be many other things in a child's life a teacher may not see right away; for instance child abuse. A child may not look into your eyes because they are being knocked around at home; or the child may have insecurities.
The smiling part of this video chat, really surprised me. I did not know smiling was used for how angry a culture of people could be in photos. I really thought smiling was from a muscle contraction of happiness. However, I suppose I can compare it to when people put on a fake smile but in really they are upset or crying. Body language can give away emotion from happy to sad to angry smiles.
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