This course will examine what it means to communicate effectively as a person and as a paraeducator. The module also examines communication vocabulary, situational communication, barriers to effective communication, and skills and tips to improve communication.

Learning Outcomes

After successfully completing this course, you will be able to:

• Identify and explain key terminology related to communication.
• Restate what it means to effectively communicate as a person and as a paraeducator.
• Apply communication skills and tips to effectively communicate with administrators, teachers, students, parents and other school staff.
• Describe factors that can block effective communication.
• Complete the module assessment with 80 percent mastery.