Learning Outcomes

Introduction to Communication in the Classroom

Functions of Talk

Types of Communication

How Teachers and Students Talk

Lesson Summary

In this module, you will learn about communication in the classroom, the purposes and functions it serves. You will also learn about different types and styles of communication, such as verbal, non-verbal, registers. Lastly, you will learn about the differences in teacher-talk and student-talk, as well as how to manage classroom situations using different types of communication.

Verbal Communication - Content, Procedural, and Control Talk

Effective Non-Verbal Communication - Eye Contact

Effective Non-Verbal Communication - Wait Time and Social Distance

In this module, you will learn about the different types and forms of verbal and non-verbal communication. You will also learn about strategies that teachers and students may use to communicate content, procedural, or control talk. Lastly, you will learn some of the issues that may arise when using non-verbal communication.

Effects on Communication

Lecture

Questions and Answers

Classroom Discussion

Group Work

Teacher's Notes on Structures of Participation

In this module, you will learn about the four main participation structures that are used in the classroom: lecturing; questions and answers; discussion; and group work.  You will also learn about the advantages and disadvantages of these participation structures. Lastly, you will learn how these different structures impact a teacher’s preparation for class.

Why Using Classroom Talk is Important

Probing for Learner Understanding

Helping Students to Articulate their Ideas and Thinking

Promoting Academic Risk-Taking, Problem Solving and a Caring Community

In this module, you will learn how to identify student’s understanding and how to support student’s in expressing their ideas fully and clearly. You will also learn how to promote academic risk-taking and problem solving. Lastly, you will learn how to create a caring classroom community.

Effective Communication Techniques for Teachers and Trainers - Assessment

Learn some helpful effective communication techniques and styles for teachers and trainers with this free online course.

Effective Communication Techniques for Teachers and Trainers

This free online course covers effective communication techniques for teachers and trainers, and is very useful for learners who are on their way to becoming professional educators. It helps them communicate effectively with their students by teaching the most important types of effective communication skills and their use in the classroom. Enroll now and learn how to properly engage with different kinds of students and manage difficult classroom

Introduction to Communication

Active Listening, Sharing Information and Conflict Solving

Confidentiality and Childcare Setting’s Support in Communication

This module will teach you how to communicate with children effectively. You will study different methods of communication and the procedures for facilitating effective communication. Also, you will discover the value of active listening and the techniques for communicating with very young children.

How to Effectively Communicate with Children - Course Assessment

This free online course will teach you to enhance and utilise tools and techniques for communicating with children.

How to Effectively Communicate with Children

Effective communication is crucial in any situation where people need to connect. People transmit and receive messages when communicating. Residential childcare staff interact with children and adolescents for a variety of reasons. To form and maintain relationships, people who work in residential childcare settings must develop excellent communication skills. This course will teach you how to improve and use these abilities properly.

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