Ice breakers for a communication class

Here are some fun and engaging icebreaker activities that you can use in a communication class:

  1. Two Truths and a Lie: Each student tells two true statements about themselves and one false statement. The other students have to guess which one is the lie. This game encourages students to share interesting facts about themselves and can lead to some fun and unexpected revelations.

  2. Human Bingo: Create bingo cards with different traits, characteristics, or interests in each square (e.g. "has traveled to another country", "speaks more than one language", etc.). Each student has to find someone who fits each of the characteristics and get them to sign the corresponding square. This game encourages students to mingle and interact with each other.

  3. The Name Game: Have each student introduce themselves and share a unique fact about themselves that starts with the same letter as their name (e.g. "I'm Sarah and I love sailing"). Then, have the other students try to remember each other's names and facts. This game helps students to remember each other's names and can lead to some interesting conversations.

  4. Scavenger Hunt: Create a list of items or challenges that students have to complete in small groups (e.g. "take a photo with someone who has the same birthday as you", "find someone who has the same favorite book as you", etc.). This game encourages students to work together and interact with each other.

  5. Would You Rather: Prepare a list of "Would You Rather" questions (e.g. "Would you rather go on a hot air balloon ride or go skydiving?", "Would you rather have the ability to fly or be invisible?", etc.). Have each student choose which option they prefer and explain why. This game encourages students to think critically and share their opinions.

  6. The One-Word Game: Ask each student to come up with a word that describes themselves (e.g. "adventurous", "creative", etc.). Then, have each student explain why they chose that word. This game encourages students to reflect on their own strengths and weaknesses.

  7. Communication Charades: Divide the class into two teams and have them take turns acting out a communication-related scenario (e.g. "giving feedback", "making a request", etc.). The other team has to guess what the scenario is. This game encourages students to think creatively and practice their communication skills.

  8. Speed Friending: Inspired by speed dating, have each student talk to another student for a set amount of time (e.g. 2-3 minutes). Then, ring a bell and have each student move on to talk to someone else. This game encourages students to practice their communication skills and get to know each other quickly.

  9. The Human Knot: Have each student stand in a circle and put their hands in the center. Each student should grab the hand of someone across from them, not next to them. Then, have them try to untangle themselves without letting go of each other's hands. This game encourages students to work together and communicate effectively.

  10. Word Association Game: Have each student write down a word on a piece of paper, fold it up, and pass it to the student on their right. Then, have each student take a turn saying a word that is associated with the word they received. This game encourages students to think creatively and practice their communication skills.

Remember to keep the icebreaker activities fun and engaging, and make sure they align with the goals and objectives of your communication class.