Research Proposal

Body Language: How do the interpretations we make with body language change our perception of others?

I made this Wordle to highlight the most important points of my topic. Body language is the use of nonverbal communication through subconscious or conscious movements and gestures. First, I chose words that define body language and how we take a look at feet, arms, eyes and how defensive or open someone is and make interpretations based on that. Next, I chose a few words that focus on sub-topics such as greetings, romantic, confident and nervous nonverbal communication. I will be taking a closer look at a few books, “What Every Body Is Saying” and “The Definitive Book Of Body Language”.

I have previously looked at a few body language books just because I thought it was interesting a few years ago. A friend of mine got me interested because they were able to tell me about the gestures I was making subconsciously and I thought that was a good base of knowledge to have when you’re talking to anyone. That made me think of my inquiry question and how this knowledge can change the way you see someone.

I will be gathering information by researching online and looking at books I can find in the library or the bookstore. I think that’s the best way for me to gain knowledge because I have looked at a few of these books before. Most of the people in the field are authors and that’s why I’ll be taking a closer look at some of them.

Anyone could be interested in learning about body language. It can enhance your confidence when talking to people as they get a better understanding of nonverbal communication.