Maxine Francis

I learned that effective communication is not just about ensuring that the intended message is clearly received and understood. Good communication can be measured through clarity, accuracy, timeliness, and the quality of feedback.

I learned that monitoring communication patterns and responses help instructors identify misunderstandings and adjust strategies to improve student engagement and learning outcomes. 

This will help me to provide timely, clear, and constructive feedback.

 Encourage students to ask clarifying questions.

Reflect on my own Communication style 

From the Module and Managing overall Communication, I have learned that effective communication in any learning or professional environment relies heavily on respect, clarity, and timeliness. Civility is not just about being polite; it involves actively listening, acknowledging different perspective and responding thoughtfully. I also learned that managing communication channels such as emails, discussion boards, and video calls is the key to interaction

From soft skills 2020s Module I learned the importance of communication, adaptability, emotional intelligence, teamwork and problem solving in today's fast-paced and interconnected world. .I also gained insight into how digital communication, cultural awareness and professional etiquette are evolving and becoming essential in both personal and professional settings

From this module I learned how to structure content effectively by breaking into clear objectives, sequencing lessons logically and selecting appropriate instructional material and activities. I also gained insight into aligning content with student needs, learning styles and real-world applications. 

I intend to use this by carefully designing lessons that are organized and relevant

For this Module I learned the importance of making a positive first impression, establishing rapport and setting clear expectations at the beginning of a course.

I also learned how introducing myself, effectively learning students' names and creating a welcoming environment can help to build trust and engagement.

 I intend to apply this by preparing an engaging introduction, connecting with students and clearly communicating course goals and expectations on the first day.

From this Module I learned the importance of thorough planning and preparation in creating effective learning experience. I now understand how organizing course material, settings clear objectives and structured lessons systematically can enhance student engagement and comprehension. 

I intend to apply this by carefully designing each lesson, preparing materials and activities in advance and continuously reviewing and adjusting my plans to ensure I achieve the desire learning objectives

From this Module I learned the importance of combining expertise, empathy, enthusiasm and clarity to motivate and engage students effectively.

I also gained insights into using varied instructional methods providing meaningful reinforcements and fostering active participation to support students' success. 

I intend to apply these strategies by planning lessons that are clear, interactive and relevant while being attentive to each student needs and progress to create a positive and productive learning environment.

Through this module I learned both key theoretical concepts practical skills that deepened my understanding of the subject. The material helped me how to connect to real-world applications particularly in areas such as problem solving, critical thinking and effective decision making.

The study highlighted teamwork as critical and it is a sift skill that instructors often underemphasized or assume students will pick up on their own rather than explicitly teaching and practicing.

From introduction to Soft Skills, I learned that soft skills such as communication, teamwork, adaptability, problem solving and emotional intelligence are just as important as technical skills in both personal and professional setting. I realized that possessing technical expertise  alone is not enough ; the ability to collaborative effectively manages conflicts and communicate clearly can significantly impact success in any environment.