This document discusses communication skills for media production discussions. It provides information on verbal and nonverbal communication, as well as challenges involving building a newspaper tower with only nonverbal cues. Good communication skills discussed include listening, participation, clear speaking, and understanding word choice. The consequences of poor communication are explained. Discussion guidelines cover environment, resources, agenda, time management, participation, language, and structure. The SOLER model of nonverbal communication is described. Sample debate topics on social media are provided along with examples of opening statements, questions to ask opponents, and conclusions.