Effective Communication and Soft Skills

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Pedagogy and Communication

After reading this chapter, you will be familiar with:

• The components of pedagogical communication
• The processes of supportive communication
• The importance of pedagogical and supportive communication
• The essential skills required to be a better communicator and teacher

INTRODUCTION

In any progressive institute of learning, educational communication (i.e., communication and relationships between teachers and class and between teacher and pupil) is an exceptionally important socio-psychological requirement. Much has been written—and rightly so—about the socio-psychological demands made on the personality and activity of the teacher. Yet, the way these demands are formulated and put into effect in relation to the teacher ...