Effective Communication in the Learning ProcessPresented by:Patricia L. Green
Presentation OverviewWhat is communication?The Communication ProcessClassroom DesignLearning Styles
Learning Disabilities
Cultural BackgroundsThe Ideal Classroom
What is Communication?(From an 8 year old perspective)Communication
Definition of CommunicationCommunication is defined as a process by which individuals assign and convey meaning in an attempt to create shared understanding. This process requires a vast collection of skills in intrapersonal and interpersonal processing, listening, observing, speaking, questioning, analyzing and evaluating (Banks, 2011).
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The Communication ProcessReceiver send feedbackDecoding(Receiver interprets the message)NoiseLanguageTechnical DifficultiesChannelEncoding(Sender transmits the message)Sender  (formulates the message)
Classroom DesignStudents with:Learning stylesLearning DisabilitiesCultural background
Learning StylesVisualAuditoryKinestheticStudents depend on there senses to process the information imparted during the learning process. Most students tend to use one of their senses more than the others.
Learning Disabilities
Cultural Background
The Ideal ClassroomEffective CommunicationDefine your goals and objectives for  your classroomDesign the classroom  that facilitates learning at all levelsKnow your studentsDesign your teaching strategy to suit your learning environmentIdentify various technological devices that will enhance learningKnowledgeable Students

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