EEL408 Effective Communication in VET (8)
CSU Discipline Area: VET & Higher Education (VOCHE)
Duration: One session
Abstract:
This subject is concerned with the examination of communication processes and skills that assist educators to facilitate learning and performance within the VET sector. In particular, the subject investigates a variety of communication techniques to enhance teaching and learning.
+ Subject Availability Modes and Locations
| Session 1 | |
|---|---|
| Distance | Wagga Wagga |
Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details: EEL408
Where differences exist between the Handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.
Objectives:
Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
- be able to explain the communication process and to apply the related skills and knowledge in training and assessment contexts;
- demonstrate a range of communication techniques and training strategies that enhance teaching and learning; and
- identify the barriers to effective communication in the teaching and learning context and apply effective techniques to overcome these barriers.
Syllabus:
The subject will cover the following topics:
COMMUNICATION THEORY - Communication theory - Forms of interpersonal communication - Personal communication process - Effective listening - Presentation skills WORKPLACE COMMUNICATION - Communication inthe workplace - Barriers to communication - Classroom communication - Facilitating and enhanced communication ONLINE AND DISTANCE-BASED LEARNING - Online learning - Distance-based learning
The information contained in the 2013 CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: 24 April 2013. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.