This document discusses developing digital literacy and communication competencies. It describes strengthening communication abilities through conveying technical concepts, collaborating in teams, understanding user requirements, and providing customer support. The document also outlines things learned from stepping outside one's comfort zone, like networking, handling pressure, problem-solving, and personal growth. Finally, it proposes focusing on developing initiative, entrepreneurial mindset, emotional intelligence, self-awareness, embracing feedback, and maintaining a positive mindset.

1. Module 3
Discussion
NUSRATH SYED

2. Competency Development
DIGITAL LITERACY COMPETENCY
DIGITAL LITERACY IS THE CAPACITY TO UTILIZE BOTH
EXISTING AND EMERGING TECHNOLOGIES EFFECTIVELY
IN ORDER TO ADDRESS CHALLENGES AND ACCOMPLISH
OBJECTIVES.

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Learning Activity
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4. Strengthened Competencies

5. • I feel I've strengthened my communication competency
⚬ I see it helping my career by being able to:
￭ Convey technical concepts clearly to stakeholders
￭ Collaborate effectively in teams
￭ Understand and analyze user requirements accurately
￭ Provide exceptional customer support
￭ Fostering successful project implementation and overall career
growth
Communication Competency

6. Things I learned
• Networking: Engaging with new people and
environments expands my professional network.
• Handling Pressure: Navigating unfamiliar
challenges taught me how to manage pressure
effectively.
• Personal Growth: Stepping outside the comfort
zone fosters personal growth and self-awareness.
• Problem-Solving Skills: Facing unfamiliar tasks and
situations helped me find creative solutions to
complex problems.

7. Competencies to Focus On

8. Initiative and Entrepreneurial Mindset
• Self-Reflection and Goal Setting: By starting to reflect on my current
level of initiative and entrepreneurial mindset. Set clear, specific goals
for these competencies
• Continuous Learning: Engage in continuous learning to enhance my
skills and knowledge by attending workshops, and seminars, or joining
forums and extracurricular clubs.
Competency 1

9. Initiative and Entrepreneurial Mindset
• Mentorship and Networking: Seek guidance from mentors who have
experience in entrepreneurship. Networking with like-minded
individuals can also provide valuable support and insights.
• Create Opportunities: Identify gaps or areas for improvement within
my industry and proactively propose solutions or new initiatives.
Competency 1

10. Emotional Intelligence
• Practice Emotional Intelligence: Improve my emotional intelligence by
actively listening to others, empathizing with their perspectives, and
managing my emotions effectively.
• Practice Self-Awareness: Regularly assess my strengths and
weaknesses and be mindful of my emotional reactions in different
situations and times of stress.
Competency 2

11. Emotional Intelligence
• Cultivate a Positive Mindset: Foster a positive and proactive attitude
towards challenges. Focus on solutions and possibilities rather than
dwelling on obstacles.
• Embrace Feedback: Embrace constructive feedback and use it to refine
my skills and approach.
Competency 2