Communication for Leaders (2022)

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Foundational Standards

  • 1

    Incorporate safety procedures in handling, operating, and maintaining tools and machinery; handling materials; utilizing personal protective equipment; maintaining a safe work area; and handling hazardous materials and forces. F.1

  • 2

    Demonstrate effective workplace and employability skills, including communication, awareness of diversity, positive work ethic, problem-solving, time management, and teamwork. F.2

  • 3

    Explore the range of careers available in the field and investigate their educational requirements and demonstrate job-seeking skills including resume-writing and interviewing. F.3

  • 4

    Advocate and practice safe, legal, responsible, and ethical use of information and technology tools specific to the industry pathway. F.4

  • 5

    Participate in a Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO) to increase knowledge and skills and to enhance leadership and teamwork.F.5

General Communication

  • 1

    Explain the purposes of communication in various contexts.1

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    Explain the differences between nonverbal and verbal communication and demonstrate examples of each type.2

  • 3

    Identify organizational, physical, physiological, linguistic, cultural, psychological, and technical barriers to communication, providing examples of each type.3

  • 4

    Demonstrate professionalism and respect for a speaker through facial expressions, posture, movements, and gestures. 4

  • 5

    Compare and contrast professional attire across education professions.5

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    Compare and contrast the physical space, physical greetings, and interactions which create a safe and inclusive environment for different ages and settings. 6

  • 7

    Model speech to meet the needs of a variety of audiences and contexts, including the use of standard grammar, pronunciation, appropriate tone, and pitch.7

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    Utilize active listening skills, including asking open-ended and probing questions, requesting clarification, paraphrasing, providing feedback, and developing conclusions. 8

  • 9

    Produce written documents and electronic communications for stakeholders, utilizing appropriate formality, standard grammar and formatting, clarity, and tone for a variety of purposes and audiences. 9

  • 10

    Use consistent, neutral, unambiguous tone, language, and timing when communicating with stakeholders. 10

Professionalism

  • 11

    Summarize local school board social media policy for employees and discuss the importance of aligning communication with the board’s requirements. 11

  • 12

    Research and model parent/teacher conference techniques. 12

  • 13

    Describe the legal requirements for maintaining confidentiality and safeguarding information. 13

  • 14

    Identify and practice professional behaviors in the work environment. 14

Leadership

  • 15

    Outline the characteristics and habits of an effective leader.15

  • 16

    Research and report on the effects of various motivational methods promoting positive workplace culture. 16

  • 17

    Analyze effective leadership styles and summarize his or her own style.17

  • 18

    Plan and model meetings which incorporate goal-setting, strategic planning, documentation, debriefing, and assigning responsibility for follow-up tasks.18

  • 19

    Utilize parliamentary procedures to conduct a meeting.19

Advocacy

  • 20

    Research the role of advocates and explain how advocacy affects the development of public policy.20

  • 21

    Describe the processes used by individuals and groups to advocate for change. 21

  • 22

    Research and describe areas within education which are in need of policy change. 22

  • 23

    Create and publicize a plan advocating for a position on a selected issue, utilizing leadership and communication skills. 23

Frequently asked questions

What grade levels do these standards cover?
Grade 9, Grade 10, Grade 11, and Grade 12
Where can I read the official document?
2022 Education and Training Course of Study

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