Effective communication
Communication helps us express our ideas and better understand others. In fact, delivering clear messages through oral and written communication are critical aspects of our daily lives.Take a second to think about all the ways in which you communicate throughout your day. Maybe you communicate with your teacher, friends, boss, coworkers, family, etc.
In which aspect of your daily life listed below do you think effective communication is most important? Out of the three options listed below, choose just one option and thoroughly explain why communication in this area is most important.
Academic (i.e., communicating with instructors, deans, and success coaches).
Employment (i.e., communicating with colleagues and supervisors).
Personal (i.e., communicating with family and friends).
Sample Answer
I think effective communication is most important in my academic life. This is because my academic success depends on my ability to communicate effectively with my instructors, deans, and success coaches. I need to be able to clearly articulate my understanding of course material, ask questions when I don’t understand something, and give and receive feedback effectively.
In my academic life, I communicate with my instructors in a variety of ways. I may meet with them during office hours to discuss my progress in the course, or I may email them with questions about the material. I also communicate with my instructors through class discussions and presentations.
I communicate with my deans and success coaches when I need help with academic issues, such as financial aid, scheduling conflicts, or academic probation. I also communicate with them when I need to make changes to my academic plan.