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This blog was created to share my experiences as I journeyed toward my then Master of Arts degree to my now doctoral degree in Early Childhood. Feel free to share your great experiences in this great field.

Thursday, June 5, 2014

Using Communication Skills to Enact Change

After completing the Communication Anxiety Inventory, I considered what skills are included to be an effective communicator. I learned that there are four communication skills.  They are as follows:


Then I also found this information regarding communication skills.

Then I reviewed my score again on the "Communication Anxiety Inventory."  I received a 32.  According to the inventory, my level is low and "I am comfortable communicating in most situations and feel confident in anticipating such encounters." I thought this was very interesting because it truly reflects the person I am.

I do think it is important to be aware of ones areas of strength and weakness when communicating with others.  I think is it is also important to have strong oral and written communication skills. I do think I need to improve my critical listening and academic writing skills.  I feel improving these areas will help me to be more effective in understanding another person's point of view as well as being able to clearly communicate my thoughts with others.