1. Sep 10SR-10441 COMMUNICATION

2. Sep 10SR-10442 Communication Learning Objectives. We will: –Relate the experience of the Communication Traps game to basic principles of communication. –Understand how listening can be an important part of communication. –Develop strategies to overcome barriers to communication. –Practice some skills of effective instruction.

3. Sep 10SR-10443 Communication Game Communication

4. Sep 10SR-10444 Communication Game Communication Debriefing

5. Sep 10SR-10445 Communication “Back to Gilwell”

6. Sep 10SR-10446 Communication

7. Sep 10SR-10447 Effective Communication Communication First Aid Medical Emergency Form Who: Philmont Expedition 7-30 (8 Scouts, 2 Leaders) What: Bear attack – two Scouts mauled Where: Lovers’ Leap Camp When: One hour ago Why: We need assistance How: Bring an ambulance, medics, and first-aid supplies. A really big bear trap could also prove useful.

8. Sep 10SR-10448 Basic Blueprint of Communication Sender Message Communication Receiver Receiver

9. Sep 10SR-10449 Communication Good communication begins with good listening. What is the most effective communication? Communication is a two-way process. Effective Listening as a Communication Tool

10. Sep 10SR-104410 Communication “Is this a good presentation?” “ What do you want?” Feedback: Start, Stop, Continue Engaging the Receiver

11. Sep 10SR-104411 Communication Lack of common ground. Lack of sincerity. Lack of authority Lack of clarity. Poor presentation skills Lack of receptiveness. Environment. Barriers to Effective Communication

12. Sep 10SR-104412 Communication Ways to Ensure Good Communication Common Ground Sincerity Authority Clarity

13. Sep 10SR-104413 Communication Communication in a Digital Era E-mail Text messaging Blogs Facebook or other “social networking” sites Twitter

14. Sep 10SR-104414 Communication Communication Rules in a Digital Era The responsibility for anything you write is yours alone Be Authentic Consider Your Audience Exercise Good Judgment Respect Copyrights and Fair Use Remember to Protect Personal Information

15. Sep 10SR-104415 Communication Effective Communication and the Teaching of Skills The teaching of skills is an important use of effective communication Example: tying a woggle

16. Sep 10SR-104416 Communication Tying A Woggle It was hands-on There was a finished woggle on display There was a handout with diagrams The process was demonstrated Each person worked through each step Support and praise were evident

17. Sep 10SR-104417 Communication Teaching of Skills: 4 Main Steps EXPLAIN DEMONSTRATE GUIDE ENABLE

18. Sep 10SR-104418 Communication Communication is a tool of leadership. Communication is essential to effective teams. Communication happens in the “common ground.” Communication should be clear and concise. Sender and receiver consider each other. Communication is written, verbal, and nonverbal. Feedback is a gift. Key Points

19. Sep 10SR-104419 Communication Bottom Line Great Leaders Are Great Communicators !