Looking back, the past few months had been very fruitful. From the first few lessons of understanding the principles of effective communication to writing the research report and the resume, and lastly the upcoming oral presentation, I have indeed absorbed a lot of knowledge. My understanding of the value of effective communication has not changed but is strengthened through the few academic exercises mentioned. Effective communication does reduce chances of conflicts and misunderstandings. It impresses your potential employer. It accelerates the process of completing the work.
During the first few lessons on effective communication, we were encouraged us to share our thoughts and ideas during the discussion. This had broadened my thoughts and gave me new insights on the issue. I realised that the interaction with peers could be enhanced by good oral communication skills.
Doing the research project and writing the minutes allowed me to convert the effective communication skills taught into actions. It was then I realized that some of the written communication skills were easier said than done. Writing the minutes made me realized that very minute mistakes like wrong numbering of items could have cause great confusion in the reader. Writing in a clear and concise manner, free of grammatical mistakes for the report was not easy, considering the number of amendments we had to make on our drafts.
Overall, this module has taught me the different aspects of communication skills. However, there is still a long way to go, for Rome wasn’t built in a day and neither are effective communication skills. It is through the consistent practice that may one day we will truly become an effective communicator.
During the first few lessons on effective communication, we were encouraged us to share our thoughts and ideas during the discussion. This had broadened my thoughts and gave me new insights on the issue. I realised that the interaction with peers could be enhanced by good oral communication skills.
Doing the research project and writing the minutes allowed me to convert the effective communication skills taught into actions. It was then I realized that some of the written communication skills were easier said than done. Writing the minutes made me realized that very minute mistakes like wrong numbering of items could have cause great confusion in the reader. Writing in a clear and concise manner, free of grammatical mistakes for the report was not easy, considering the number of amendments we had to make on our drafts.
Overall, this module has taught me the different aspects of communication skills. However, there is still a long way to go, for Rome wasn’t built in a day and neither are effective communication skills. It is through the consistent practice that may one day we will truly become an effective communicator.
2 comments:
Hi Xue Xin,
Glad to hear that your understanding of the value of effective communication has improved greatly through this module.
I agree that the interactive style of teaching in class has broadened our thoughts and provided us with different insights on certain issues. Indeed, writing in a concise manner is the first step to effective communication. Yes, I believe with consistent practice, almost everyone can become an effective communicator. I feel that as Science students like us, we seldom get to practise the use of such communications like writing letters, proposals and minutes. Although the drafts we did were very time-consuming, it eventually paid off as it served as a chance for all of us to practise.
All the best in the upcoming exams!
Hi Xue Xin,
I especially like your last two sentences. Yes, it is so true that we need constant practice in our journey towards becoming effective communicators. All the best in your journey!
You also hit the nail on the head with your comment that effective communication accelerates the process of completing work. If only more people were enlightened like you, work would be completed more efficiently and effectively.
Good that you found the course beneficial. Hope the skills learnt will serve you well in your daily interactions with your family members, friends, etc. as well in your future job search and career.
Thanks for being a diligent and conscientious student. I appreciate all your effort and hard work!
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