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Be able to reduce barriers to communication

This video from TED-ED looks at ‘How miscommunication happens (and how to avoid it)’. Katherine Hampsten describes why miscommunication occurs so frequently, and how we can minimize frustration while expressing ourselves better.

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Reading Materials

‘Barriers to Effective Communication' on the Skills You Need website.
‘What is the biggest barrier to cross-cultural communication?’ from the Country Navigator website.
‘Supporting people with communication difficulties’ from East Sussex Healthcare

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Good Practice Example
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Evidence Opportunities
Extended Learning

Does the ethos of your setting encourage respect towards all adults? Ask to see your setting’s policies which relate to equal opportunities and developing good relationships with staff and parents. These policies help to make sure that all parents and adults in your setting feel included and welcomed. Does your practice reflect your policy?
Look on the internet to find websites that provide information about speech difficulties. Could you learn Makaton speech and sign, perhaps? What else can you discover that helps your understanding of others and the way they communicate?
Your role will often bring you into contact with adults who have difficulties communicating with you. Use the internet to find out ways that you can adapt the way you communicate to ensure effective communication with those:Who have a hearing impairment;For whom English is not their first language;Who do not speak English;Who have a visual impairment;Who have a stammer, or other speech impediment.
Use the internet to research assistive technology and devices to aid communication
Watch this video on augmentative and alternative communication from Communication Matters, called ‘The Power of Communication’Click on the icon opposite to access this video
Click to visit the website Speech and Language UK. Part of I CAN which is a UK children’s communication charity focusing on development of speech, language and communication skills with a particular emphasis on those with communication difficulties. Includes numerous free resources available for download.

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