Who Am I As A Communicator?

What surprised me the most with the assessment results is that I was observed as being a people oriented individual that is empathetic and concerned with the emotions of others. This helps in building relationships but it can interfere with proper judgment and cause me to be very trusting of others. The evaluators observed the same characteristics in me. This is a little surprising because I treat everyone like I would want to be treated. I am trusting of others until they give me a reason not to trust them.

Insights I have gained from the communication assessments are that engaging in verbal aggressiveness does not mean you don’t respect others. Another insight gained is that  individuals should maintain a balance between respect and consideration for others views and the ability to argue fairly by attacking the facts of the position and not the person holding the position. In being an effective communicator I can implement some of these suggestions into building relationships with the children and their families I serve.

 

References

Rubin, R. B., Palmgreen, P., & Sypher, H. E. (Eds.) (2009). Communication research measures: A sourcebook. New York: Routledge.

Rubin, R. B., Rubin, A. M., Graham, E. E., Perse, E. M., & Seibold, D. R. (Eds.) (2009). Communication research measures II: A sourcebook. New York: Routledge.

Communication and Culture

By utilizing the learning resources this week I have gained ways to effectively communicate with others from different cultures, religions, genders and political groups. The ways in which I communicate differently from other of different cultures may include language, the wording of verbal communication, the non- verbal communication cues are different and I have learned to be sensitive in the way I communicate with others.

Strategies I can use to effectively communicate with others are to use the “Platinum Rule”, do to others as they themselves would like to be treated. Build strong relationships that are truthful and positive. Also I should be precise and detailed when communicating with others to make sure that I am understood and that others may understand.

 

References

Gonzalez-Mena, J. (2010). 50 strategies for communicating and working with diverse families. Upper Saddle River, NJ: Pearson Education, Inc.

O'Hair, D., & Wiemann, M. (2012). Real communication: An introduction. New York: Bedford/St. Martin's.

 

Observing Verbal and Non-Verbal Communication

The experience I gained from watching the show with no volume is that I had to rely on non-verbal communication and cues to gain understanding of what the plot of the show is about.  I had to pay attention to body movements, gestures and facial expressions to gain an understanding of the show. This process of observing non-verbal communication requires more time and all of your attention must be given, to the show you are watching. I misunderstood several scenes in the show and gathered my own thought of what was going on. Later I realized my assumption of what was happening was incorrect.

 

Once I began to watch the show with the volume on I was able to gain true insight of what the show was about. Verbal communication skills are important to us as individuals in many aspects of our lives. We are able to know what is being said and also understand the reasoning for the characters actions. From verbal communication I was able to gather that the plot of the show was that you should never judge a person for their pass because you never know when secrets from your pass will come to hunt you and cause you to loss and hurt the people you love. Listening plays an important role in communication as well you are able understand, learn, analyze, evaluate, comfort and enjoy what is being said.

I enjoyed this assignment it made me realize how important verbal and non-verbal communication are to us as individuals and how we must rely on them to function in life.

 

O'Hair, D., & Wiemann, M. (2012). Real communication: An introduction. New York: Bedford/St. Martin's.

Competent Communicator

I have an aunt that is a metro council member for district five in the state of Louisiana. Ronnie Edwards has served her district faithfully for the past five years. She listens to her fellow citizens that make up the district where she serves. Ronnie Edwards hold community forums monthly, visit churches, schools and businesses to hear the voice of the people.  She is a very effective communicator.

Ronnie Edwards exhibits behaviors of being a verbal and non-verbal communicator. Advantages serves her well when communicating with a diverse audience. She adjust to the needs of others while effectively getting to a good result. Ronnie Edwards believes that mutal respect is a key element of a conversation

I would like to model some of my own behaviors after my aunt. In every community and council meeting she is complimented of how well she relates to others and how productive she is throughout her district. Every event held is for the betterment of the people throughout district five. She is invited to attend and speak at other functions that are held outside of her district to support uniting citizens of the Greater Baton Rouge area. Ronnie Edwards is a good listener as well as an effective community with all who comes in contact with her.

Professional Hopes and Goals

During the Perspectives Diversity and Equity course I have gained new and helpful insights pertaining to diversity, social identities, microagressors, isms, equity, and social justices. One hope that I have when working with children and their families from diverse backgrounds is that they will be treated equally by everyone. Every individual should be afforded the same opportunities as others.

One goal that I would like to see enforced in the early childhood field regarding diversity, equity, and social justice is that every child and their families would receive the same fair and equal treatment at all times. As an early childhood professional I would not let bias views, discrimination, race, ethnicity or religion hinder my ability to create a nurturing and environment successful outcomes for all children and their families.

I would like to thank my colleagues for the feedback they have provided me with during the Perspectives Diversity and Equity course. I appreciate the insight and ideas you have shared during this period. My wish for you as a colleague is to fulfill your desires in life on your professional journey.