As it relates to the choices and decisions that a community worker might make in assisting in the development of communications skills within a technological context, there are many options that may be considered. For instance a community worker assisting people in the development of job skills may work with them to convey when email communications are beneficial and when they are not. The community worker may also attempt to convey the importance of reading body language and discerning the tone of a conversation. Overall the community worker must ensure that personal development involves the development of good communications skills if the individual is to succeed in the workplace.
As it relates to community workers who are assisting in the development of students, there must be an emphasis placed on both written and oral communications. Community workers may have workshops to teach students the importance of spelling and grammar. Such workshops or classes can also...
In this instance, community workers must work to ensure that students are able to spell and use proper grammar without depending on software programs. Workers must also emphasize oral communication and the importance of proper diction and the use of complete sentences when speaking. It is vitally important that students have the ability to speak properly and to convey a coherent message.
References
Abes E.S. (2005) Identity Development of Diverse Populations: Implications for Teaching and Administration in Higher Education. Journal of Higher Education. Volume: 76. Issue: 1. Page Number: 117.
Colky D.L., Colky M.T., and Young Wi. H. III (2002) Managing and Developing People in the Virtual Organization. Malabar, FL: Krieger.
