Module 1 Promoting communication skills

Unit 1 What is communication
8 Topics
Topic 1 Definition
Topic 2 Process of communication
Topic 3 Communication models
Topic 4 Verbal communication
Topic 5 Non-verbal communication
Topic 6 Communication transversal-skills
Topic 7 Active Listening
Topic 8 Communication barriers
Unit 2 Strategies for Effective Communication targeting a group
10 Topics
Topic 1 Introduction
Topic 2 Create a safe learning environment with supportive relationships
Topic 3 More teamwork
Topic 4 Body language
Topic 5 Active listening
Topic 6 Feedback
Topic 7 Sense of humor
Topic 8 Technical skills
Topic 9 Be clear
Topic 10 The keys to good communication
Unit 3 Communicating with Students
7 Topics
Topic 1 Introduction
Topic 2 Importance of communication at low school age
Topic 3 Ways to connect with your students
Topic 4 The first five minutes
Topic 5 Participating in out-of-school activities
Topic 6 Being available
Topic 7 Confidentiality
Unit 4 Communicating with Parents
7 Topics
Topic 1 Effective communication with parents
Topic 2 Listening to parents
Topic 3 Speaking with parents
Topic 4 Communicating with respect
Topic 5 Raising concerns with parents
Topic 6 Dealing with concerns raised by parents
Topic 7 Communicating with Colleagues
Unit 5 Communicate in emergencies
3 Topics
Topic 1 Introduction
Topic 2 Principles for effective communications in emergencies
Topic 3 Use a planning process that incorporates effective risk communication principles in your organization
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Topic 3 Use a planning process that incorporates effective risk communication principles in your organization

Module 1 Promoting communication skills Unit 5 Communicate in emergencies Topic 3 Use a planning process that incorporates effective risk communication principles in your organization

At this level it is more the organizational level than the individual level that is targeted. Those communications and advices are less target to teachers only as they involve a your organizationle organization or interorganizational level.

To communicate during emergencies, ensure a rapid, regular, and comprehensive flow of information.  As well take into account effective risk communication principles: transparency, rapid announcements, listening, and building trust.

If you are part of a larger organization you should speak as one voice to maintain trust and encourage appropriate action.

Most importantly: In an emergency, messaging must be consistent.

 

Get help from outside

Trained emergency communications experts can be deployed to provide on-site communication assistance during humanitarian crises and public health emergencies.

Support community engagement

Timely community engagement is particularly significant during health emergencies.To support community involvement, communicators can:

  • coordinate with institutions, community networks and partner organizations to reach the target audience; and
  • use toolkits to create well-timed local messages.
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