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BSBXCM301 - Engage in workplace communication
Assessment
Answer
Paper
Qualification:
BSB30120
Certificate III in Business
Training Package:
Due Date:
Week 4
Assessment Type:
Assessment Guidelines
Please read the following assessment guidelines carefully.
1.
The purpose of this activity is to assess your knowledge and skills in
2.
If you have any considerations that may affect your performance in the assessment, please inform your assessor
immediately. Your assessor will provide you with a suitable alternative to complete this assessment.
3.
Your assessor will mark your assessment and provide feedback and a grade to you via the assessment submission
on Moodle.
4.
If you feel the decision made by your assessor was incorrect you have the rights to appeal the grading through
filling out an appeals form which will then be handle by the Academic Manager.
5.
A “NYS” (not yet satisfactory) result of this task may be returned to you for a re-assessment. Re-assessments
must be submitted by an agreed date with your assessor.
6.
The re-assessment work must address the specific performance tasks beyond doubt for the assessor to issue a
satisfactory (pass) result. A repeat NYS outcome could lead to an administration fee for further reassessment.
7.
All work must be done individually.
Copied work will not be accepted and
By adding my name to this document, I hereby declare the work is my own and has not been copied from any other
source.
Student NAME:
Darawan_________________
Date: 6.12.2023
Student Signature:
Darawan
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
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Instructions to Learner
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Assessment instructions
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Assessment requirements
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Candidate Details
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Assessment – BSBXCM301: Engage in workplace communication
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Observation/Demonstration
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Activities
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Activity 1A
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Activity 1B
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Activity 1C
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Activity 1D
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Activity 1E
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Activity 2A
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Activity 2B
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Activity 2C
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Activity 2D
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Activity 2E
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Activity 3A
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Activity 3B
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Activity 3C
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Activity 3D
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Summative Assessments
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Section A: Skills Activity
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Section B: Knowledge Activity (Q & A)
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Section C: Performance Activity
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Case Studies
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Case Study A: Planning communication
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Case Study B: Interpreting information
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Case Study C:
Customer complaint
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Workplace Documentation – for learner
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Workplace documents checklist
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Instructions to Learner
Assessment instructions
Overview
Prior to commencing the assessments, your trainer/assessor will explain each assessment task and the terms
and conditions relating to the submission of your assessment task. Please consult with your trainer/assessor if
you are unsure of any questions. It is important that you understand and adhere to the terms and conditions,
and address fully each assessment task. If any assessment task is not fully addressed, then your assessment
task will be returned to you for resubmission. Your trainer/assessor will remain available to support you
throughout the assessment process.
Written work
Assessment tasks are used to measure your understanding and underpinning skills and knowledge of the
overall unit of competency. When undertaking any written assessment tasks, please ensure that you address
the following criteria:
Address each question including any sub-points
Demonstrate that you have researched the topic thoroughly
Cover the topic in a logical, structured manner
Your assessment tasks are well presented, well referenced and word processed
Your assessment tasks include your full legal name on each and every page.
Active participation
It is a condition of enrolment that you actively participate in your studies. Active participation is completing all
the assessment tasks on time.
Plagiarism
Plagiarism is taking and using someone else's thoughts, writings or inventions and representing them as your
own. Plagiarism is a serious act and may result in a learner’s exclusion from a course. When you have any
doubts about including the work of other authors in your assessment, please consult your trainer/assessor.
The following list outlines some of the activities for which a learner can be accused of plagiarism:
Presenting any work by another individual as one's own unintentionally
Handing in assessments markedly similar to or copied from another learner
Presenting the work of another individual or group as their own work
Handing in assessments without the adequate acknowledgement of sources used, including
assessments taken totally or in part from the internet.
If it is identified that you have plagiarised within your assessment, then a meeting will be organised to discuss
this with you, and further action may be taken accordingly.
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Collusion
Collusion is the presentation by a learner of an assignment as their own that is, in fact, the result in whole or
in part of unauthorised collaboration with another person or persons. Collusion involves the cooperation of
two or more learners in plagiarism or other forms of academic misconduct and, as such, both parties are
subject to disciplinary action. Collusion or copying from other learners is not permitted and will result in a “0”
grade and NYC.
Assessments must be typed using document software such as (or similar to) MS Office. Handwritten
assessments will not be accepted (unless, prior written confirmation is provided by the trainer/assessor to
confirm).
Competency outcome
There are two outcomes of assessments: S = Satisfactory and NS = Not Satisfactory (requires more training
and experience).
Once the learner has satisfactorily completed all the tasks for this module the learner will be awarded
“Competent” (C) or “Not yet Competent” (NYC) for the relevant unit of competency.
If you are deemed “Not Yet Competent” you will be provided with feedback from your assessor and will be
given another chance to resubmit your assessment task(s). If you are still deemed as “Not Yet Competent”
you will be required to re-enrol in the unit of competency.
Additional evidence
If we, at our sole discretion, determine that we require additional or alternative information/evidence in
order to determine competency, you must provide us with such information/evidence, subject to privacy and
confidentiality issues. We retain this right at any time, including after submission of your assessments.
Confidentiality
We will treat anything, including information about your job, workplace, employer, with strict confidence, in
accordance with the law. However, you are responsible for ensuring that you do not provide us with anything
regarding any third party including your employer, colleagues and others, that they do not consent to the
disclosure of. While we may ask you to provide information or details about aspects of your employer and
workplace, you are responsible for obtaining necessary consents and ensuring that privacy rights and
confidentiality obligations are not breached by you in supplying us with such information.
Assessment appeals process
If you feel that you have been unfairly treated during your assessment, and you are not happy with your
assessment and/or the outcome as a result of that treatment, you have the right to lodge an appeal. You must
first discuss the issue with your trainer/assessor. If you would like to proceed further with the request after
discussions with your trainer/assessor, you need to lodge your appeal to the course coordinator, in writing,
outlining the reason(s) for the appeal.
Recognised prior learning
Candidates will be able to have their previous experience or expertise recognised on request.
Special needs
Candidates with special needs should notify their trainer/assessor to request any required adjustments as
soon as possible. This will enable the trainer/assessor to address the identified needs immediately
.
Assessment requirements
Assessment can either be:
Direct observation
Product-based methods e.g. reports, role plays, work samples
Portfolios – annotated and validated
Questioning.
The assessment activities in this workbook assess aspects of all the elements, performance criteria, skills and
knowledge and performance requirements of the unit of competency.
To demonstrate competence in this unit you must undertake all activities (formative and summative) in this
workbook and have them deemed satisfactory by the assessor. If you do not answer some questions or
perform certain tasks, and therefore you are deemed to be Not Yet Competent, your trainer/assessor may ask
you supplementary questions to determine your competence. Once you have demonstrated the required
level of performance, you will be deemed competent in this unit.
Should you still be deemed Not Yet Competent, you will have the opportunity to resubmit your assessments
or appeal the result.
As part of the assessment process, all learners must abide by any relevant assessment policies as provided
during induction.
If you feel you are not yet ready to be assessed or that this assessment is unfair, please contact your assessor
to discuss your options. You have the right to formally appeal any outcome and, if you wish to do so, discuss
this with your trainer/assessor.
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Candidate Details
Assessment – BSBXCM301: Engage in workplace communication
Please complete the following activities and hand in to your trainer/assessor for marking. This forms part of
your assessment for BSBXCM301: Engage in workplace communication
Name:
_____________________________________________________________
Address:
_____________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________
Email:
_____________________________________________________________
Employer:
_____________________________________________________________
Declaration
I declare that no part of this assessment has been copied from another person’s work with the exception of
where I have listed or referenced documents or work and that no part of this assessment has been written for
me by another person. I also understand the assessment instructions and requirements and consent to being
assessed.
Signed:
____________________________________________________________
Date:
____________________________________________________________
If activities have been completed as part of a small group or in pairs, details of the learners involved should
be provided below:
This activity workbook has been completed by the following persons and we acknowledge that it was a fair
team effort where everyone contributed equally to the work completed. We declare that no part of this
assessment has been copied from another person’s work with the exception of where we have listed or
referenced documents or work and that no part of this assessment has been written for us by another person.
Learner 1:
____________________________________________________________
Signed:
____________________________________________________________
Learner 2:
____________________________________________________________
Signed:
____________________________________________________________
Learner 3:
____________________________________________________________
Signed:
____________________________________________________________
Observation/Demonstration
Throughout this unit, you may be expected to show your competency of the elements through observations
or demonstrations. Your trainer/assessor will have a list of demonstrations you must complete or tasks to be
observed. The observations and demonstrations will be completed as well as the activities found in this
workbook.
Observation and evidence checklists have been included for all performance criteria in the Assessor
Workbook, but the assessor only needs to record evidence in this document if they deem it necessary to
judge competency for that particular activity.
An explanation of observations and demonstrations:
Observation is on-the-job
The observation will usually require:
Performing a work-based skill or task
Interaction with colleagues and/or customers.
Demonstration is off-the-job
A demonstration will require:
Performing a skill or task that is asked of you
Undertaking a simulation exercise.
Your trainer/assessor will inform you of which one of the above they would like you to do.
The observation/demonstration will cover one of the unit’s elements.
The observation/demonstration will take place either in the workplace or the training
environment, depending on the task to be undertaken and whether it is an observation or
demonstration. Your trainer/assessor will ensure you are provided with the correct
equipment and/or materials to complete the task. They will also inform you of how long you
have to complete the task.
You should be able to demonstrate the skills, knowledge and performance criteria required for competency in
this unit, as seen in the Learner Guide.
Activities
Complete the following activities individually or in a group (as applicable to the specific activity and the
assessment environment).
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Activity 1A
Estimated Time
30 Minutes
Objective
To provide you with an opportunity to identify how to establish audience and
purpose of workplace communication.
This activity does not require observation.
Referring to each of the following methods of communication, suggest a
scenario in which each might be used and identify who the audience and
purpose might be.
Methods of communication are as follows:
Face to face
Telephone
Email
Video call
Texts.
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Face to face:
It can be used in different contexts, such as individual or group
meetings aimed at providing feedback, since face-to-face communication
tends to be more direct and leaves less room for misunderstandings.
Participants can be a manager and his team or members of the same
operational level of the same team.
Telephone:
It can be used when information needs to be transferred quickly.
For example, if the customer service department, when forwarding a product
to a carrier who will in turn be responsible for bringing the product to the
customer, notices that the address provided is wrong, the best way to ensure
that the "error" is resolved quickly without major inconvenience is to seek a
means of communication that is immediate, in this case the telephone.
Email:
Email should be used when the information to be shared needs to be
made official in some way, in the sense of working as a record that the
information has been shared, once it is registered. For example, suppose a
manager needs to call a meeting with his team on an extremely important
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topic, but he will not be at the company in the days leading up to the meeting
to communicate with the team in person. The email, in this context, is a way
of reassuring the manager that the information has been passed, in case
someone is missing, and is also a tool that allows the request for a response
confirming receipt.
Video call:
It can be used to hold meetings that cannot be postponed and one
of the stakeholders cannot be present. For example, let's imagine that the
board of a company is discussing a new partnership and the company listed
for the partnership provides a single date for the meeting where crucial
aspects for the establishment of the partnership will be discussed. However,
exactly on that date the head of the board will be traveling to resolve the
company's internal affairs. In this case, he will be able to participate in the
meeting remotely, through videoconferencing, ensuring that the meeting
takes place.
Texts:
They can be used to disclose information that is not open for
discussion, to formalize a resolution, such as for publishing internal
company resolutions, policies and procedures, codes of conduct, etc.
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Activity 1B
Estimated Time
20 Minutes
Objective
To provide you with an opportunity to identify information needs and
communication requirements of intended recipients of workplace
communication.
This activity does not require observation.
1.
List three ways to identify information needs.
2.
List three ways to identify communication requirements.
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1.
In the workplace, information needs are defined as a lack of self-
sufficiency. These information requirements represent gaps in the user's
current knowledge. Aside from the expressed or articulated needs, there are
unspoken needs that the user is aware of but prefers not to express. The third
type of need is a dormant or delitescent need that the user is unaware of.
However, the information services provider may be able to bring these
requirements to light. A need is specific and usually has a time limit, either
immediate or deferred. The information provided in response to a need will
be used. The information provided may or may not be used in the case of
interest. Three ways to identify information needs are:
•
Research about the subjects to be addressed
•
Gather information about the organization and its environment
•
Research about the niche and customers preferences
2.
Always Seek Honest Feedback: before you start telling people what you
think, you should find out what they think. This can be a difficult process for
some managers because they may not hear positive feedback. However, it is
an important first step because it provides you with a foundation for knowing
what to do to improve your communication style.
Understand Your Target Audience: the most common communication error is
assuming that one size fits all. It does not and will never do. If you want to be
a good leader, you must understand that your audience will change from time
to time, and you must always tailor your message to the specific audience you
are addressing at any given time.
Critical times are crisis times: there are a few critical times when effective
communication is required, such as when there is a merger or when your
organization is downsizing. During times of crisis, you may be tempted to
forego things you don't consider important, such as one-on-one meetings and
staff updates, simply because you believe you have bigger fish to fry. However,
such times are critical for keeping people in the loop rather than leaving them
out
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Activity 1C
Estimated Time
20 Minutes
Objective
To provide you with the opportunity to establish methods of communication
available to convey message or information based on work context.
This activity does not require observation.
Make a list of four different methods of communication that are available within
your workplace, or ones that you are familiar with.
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In-Person (Verbal Communication): face-to-face communication in the
workplace should be used whenever possible to avoid many
misunderstandings. Speaking with someone in person allows you to
both see and hear the big picture. You and your teammate can see
each other's facial expressions and body language as you speak. The
emphasis on concentrating on one another and the conversation
fosters a sense of worth and credibility.
➢
Facial Expressions and Body Language: body language and facial
expressions play a significant role in how effectively or ineffectively
you communicate with staff members. People who make eye contact
feel acknowledged as they speak and listen. Employees feel more at
ease in meetings when they take a relaxed stance with their arms by
their sides.
➢
Conversations on the phone: the telephone is an integral part of
almost every business day. Some people enjoy talking on the phone
with team members. Others are so averse to it that they put it off until
the last minute. If your team is dispersed across the state, country, or
world, the phone will be an essential communication tool.
➢
Communication in Writing: common forms of written communication
include emails, memos, and notes. This is the most prone to
misunderstandings of the four communication styles. People
frequently read between the lines or believe that implied messages or
emotions exist in written forms of communication. This should and
can be avoided in the workplace.
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Activity 1D
Estimated Time
30 Minutes
Objective
To provide you with an opportunity to select appropriate method(s) of
communication to convey messages or information.
This activity does not require observation.
For each of the following scenarios, choose an appropriate method of
communication and explain why this is appropriate:
1.
A group meeting if the team cannot be in the same place
2.
Booking a holiday with your manager
3.
Discussing a personal issue with a supervisor
4.
Arranging a night out with a colleague
5.
You need to speak to a different department in your organisation
quickly.
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1. A group meeting if the team cannot be in the same place:
videoconference
If the team cannot be present at the same location, the best way to ensure that
information is passed in a linear fashion is to ensure that everyone attends the
meeting at the same time, even if not at the same location.
2. Booking a holiday with your manager:
email
It is a situation that needs a formal response, so email is the best option, as the
response will be recorded, serving as proof of contact/reservation in case of any
problems.
3. Discussing a personal issue with a supervisor:
face to face
When discussing a personal matter, body language and eye contact count for a lot,
so in this scenario a face-to-face meeting is the best way to communicate,
including to avoid misunderstandings.
4. Arranging a night out with a colleague:
text message
As it is an informal communication context that does not require immediacy of
response or formal rigor, the text message is sufficient.
5. You need to speak to a different department in your organisation quickly:
telephone
As it is a situation that requires an immediate response, the telephone is the most
efficient way, as it does not even require the time to travel to the other sector,
optimizing the resolution of the issue.
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Activity 1E
Estimated Time
30 Minutes
Objective
To provide you with the opportunity to plan the content of a message or
communication.
This activity does not require observation.
Refer to Case Study A: Planning communication
Taking the role of Luke, draft the letter below, ensuring that all the relevant
information has been included. Consider the appropriate language and layout
for your communication.
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Dear parents, as you all know, our school is committed to carrying out activities
throughout the year that benefit the community and its surroundings.
So, I hereby inform you that on Thursday, January 4th, we will be holding a
fundraising event at the school to raise funds for the local children's charity.
It is very important that all children and family members participate. Parents will
be able to bring whatever they want to sell during the event and all money raised
from sales will go to charity.
The event will take place in the afternoon and children must remain at the venue
until at least 3 pm, and can stay longer than that, but not less.
Finally, I inform you that the school will be closed on Friday, the 5th so that the
school is clean and organized. On the 8th, Monday, the school opened normally.
We count on the support and participation of all of you. Feel free to look for
coordination to ask questions or provide suggestions.
Luke K.
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administration office
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Activity 2A
Estimated Time
30 Minutes
Objective
To provide you with the opportunity to demonstrate how to communicate
messages or information according to organisational requirements and in a
manner that is respectful and clear in meaning.
Equipment
needed
Access to a peer
Suitable space for a role-play.
This activity will need to be observed
This is a role-play activity to be conducted in pairs.
Role-play scenario
A worker has noticed that a colleague is consistently being discriminatory
towards another member of staff. The worker has decided to report this
behaviour to their manager.
Playing the role of the worker, with your partner playing the role of the manager,
report the issue in a clear, respectful, and appropriate way.
Switch roles so you both have the opportunity to play the role of the learner.
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Participants:
Manager;
Worker
Worker:
Excuse me,
could I talk
to you?
Manager:
Sure, come
in!
Worker:
I would like to report a situation that I have been observing for some
time in the sector. I have observed that one of the team members is constantly
acting unethically towards another employee, frequently using prejudiced
language and with a discriminatory posture.
Manager:
Could you give me more details?
Worker:
In fact, I only observe from afar, so I wouldn't be able to say exactly
why this team member behaves, but from what I observe, this behavior only
occurs with this employee.
Manager:
you did very well to come and let me know. I want to thank and
congratulate you for the initiative. I will try to observe the situation and think
of the best way to approach the matter.
Worker:
Thank you for your time!
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Activity 2B
Estimated Time
30 Minutes
Objective
To provide you with the opportunity to adjust communication methods to
enable effective communication with those from diverse backgrounds as
required.
This activity does not require observation.
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Write a short summary (approximately 100 words) to explain how you would
communicate with a person from a diverse background. This might include
colleagues, team members, suppliers, and clients.
You should focus your answer on communicating respectfully and inclusively,
and may refer to specific examples where appropriate.
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The best and most effective way to communicate with a person with a
different background is to try to listen more and talk less, seeking to
understand the other's reality from an open and non-prejudiced perspective.
In these cases, active listening, empathy, and assertive communication are
very valuable tools.
In contexts where interaction is expected (that is, where one has knowledge
about the other's culture and background), as when an employee from
another country becomes part of the team, it is also interesting to seek prior
knowledge about the culture of the other, seeking to be prepared regarding to
appropriate body language, degree of formality, forms of greeting, etc.
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Activity 2C
Estimate
d Time
30 Minutes (15 Minutes per learner)
Objective
To provide you with an opportunity to identify how to receive workplace information and
instructions, and interpret and clarify as needed.
Equipme
nt
needed
Access to a peer
Suitable space for a role-play.
This activity will need to be observed. Your assessor has a list of criteria they will base your
assessment on.
Refer to Case Study B:
Interpreting information
Work with a partner, and switch roles so you both have the opportunity to demonstrate the
required skills.
Your partner will read the instructions to you from Case Study B. Listen carefully to them
and produce a summary of the key points. If needed, ask questions to clarify your
understanding.
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Participants:
Worker 1/ worker 2
Worker 1:
good morning, we received a large order for 1645 t-shirts. The request must be
made on Friday for delivery to be made on Monday.
Worker 2:
what is the order specification?
Worker 1:
white shirts are 150 small, 200 medium, 200 large and 17 extra-large. Black is
200 small, 300
medium, 400 large and 25 extra-large.
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Worker 2:
and do we have enough time and manpower to carry out this delivery?
Worker 1:
We need to find out, but as far as I know, yes, as we don't have any other large
orders for that date.
Worker 2:
Perfect though!
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Activity 2D
Estimate
d Time
30 Minutes
Objectiv
e
To provide you with the opportunity to respond to communications according to
requirements of the message.
This activity will need to be observed. Your assessor has a list of criteria they will base your
assessment on.
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This is a role-play activity to be conducted in pairs.
Role-play scenario
You work as a customer service assistant and you have been asked to call a customer back
who has made a complaint about the late delivery of his order.
Play the role of the worker, with your partner playing the role of the customer. You must call
the customer back and advise him on the arrival of his items using clear and respectful
communication skills.
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y
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Participants:
worker; client
Worker:
good afternoon, can I speak to Mrs. White?
Client:
yes, it's her.
Worker:
I am contacting you in response to a claim request you made due to a delay in your
delivery. First, I would like to thank you for contacting us with the feedback regarding the
delay. It is very important for us that customers talk about their dissatisfaction and
problems so that we always seek to improve. That said, the specific reason for this contact
is to inform you that the orders have already been forwarded and the items have already
been delivered.
Client:
great! At the moment I'm at work, but as soon as I get home, I'll check the delivery
and I hope everything is ok, because I was very excited to receive this order.
Worker:
Perfect! Thank you for your attention and reinforcement that any question, you can
contact us.
Client:
ok, thanks for getting in touch.
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Worker:
Excellent day!
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Activity 2E
Estimated Time
30 Minutes
Objective
To provide you with the opportunity to identify and report any communication
challenges to an appropriate person.
This activity does not require observation.
1.
Identify three possible communication challenges in the workplace.
2.
Explain in (approximately 100 words) how to report any communication
issues to an appropriate person.
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ANSWER
1.
Excessive use of jargon: terms that are overly complicated, unfamiliar, or
technical. Most departments and companies have their own jargon that they
use daily, giving the impression that everyone speaks our "language." It delves
further into specific associations and differences in language and "field of
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experience." People's backgrounds, perceptions, values, biases, needs, and
expectations are examples of fields of experience.
The beginning: there is a golden rule about discussion and communication –
before we begin, let us lay the groundwork, avoid introducing abbreviations
without definition, and references to any local, unfamiliar term.
Emotional stumbling blocks and taboos: some people may struggle to express
their emotions, and some topics may be completely 'off-limits' or taboo.
Politics, religion, disabilities (mental and physical), sexuality and sex, racism,
and any unpopular opinion are all examples of taboo or difficult topics.
2.
It makes no difference how well you and your manager get along: There is
always a slight hesitation when bringing up a problem. Issues arise within the
organization that sometimes necessitate the involvement of your manager.
However, because of the social nature of the office, complaining to your
manager may cause tension among the staff, and some managers may take
complaints personally. So, when dealing with a problem, you might take the
following steps:
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Make sure you understand the issue.
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Ask if they're open to your input.
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Have a trust-based relationship.
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Elicit empathy from your manager.
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Always go in with at least two ideas.
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Set an agenda in advance.
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Try to understand your manager's perspective.
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Don't apologize for coming with a problem.
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Don't come in with emotion, but with facts.
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Activity 3A
Estimated Time
30 Minutes (Including 15 minutes planning)
Objective
To provide you with the opportunity to clearly contribute ideas and information
to workplace discussions.
Equipment
needed
Access to peers
Suitable space for role-play.
This activity will need to be observed. Your assessor has a list of criteria they will
base your assessment on.
Working with a small group of peers (4-5), discuss how you think the health and
safety procedures in your workplace (or one you are familiar with) could be
improved. If referring to different workplaces, make suggestions for your peers.
Learners are required to take part in a discussion based on improving health and
safety in the workplace.
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Role play
Participants:
Member 1; Member 2; Member 3; Member 4
Member 1:
Good afternoon, we're here today to discuss current procedures for health and safety at work. I
think everyone can give an opinion on which aspect they believe should be improved and after we choose
one, we focus on it.
All:
Agree!
Member 3:
I would like to start then. I believe that there is a lack of focus on preparing employees for the
practice.
Member 2:
I believe that the aspect that needs to be rethought is working on health and safety within a
perspective of well-being and mental health.
Member 4:
I would propose another topic, but I think this issue of health and safety with a focus on well-
being and mental health is something that needs to be revisited.
Member 1:
I agree too. If everyone agrees we can continue the discussion focused on that topic, then.
(Everyone agrees)
Member 3:
As the initial suggestion was mine, I would like to start the discussion by talking about the
importance of this issue. Whenever we think about health and safety at work, we think about risk
containment, but in fact, there is no point in thinking about risk prevention or management plans if we don't
think about the importance of employees being attentive, rested and present when carrying out their
activities.
Member 2:
Truth. Well-being, as well as the balance between professional/personal life are very important
aspects to reduce the incidence of risks, especially those that represent physical hazards.
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Member 4:
I believe that there is currently no program in the company aimed at this aspect.
Member 1:
True, currently there isn't. I think the ideal would be to have an internal policy focused on the
balance between professional and personal life, linked to the health and safety policy.
Member 4:
Yes. I think that personal plan could also be developed that covers these issues, thinking about
management and individual development.
Member 1:
Perfect, I think we can close the discussion here, and write down all the ideas to forward to
management.
All:
Agree!
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Activity 3B
Estimated Time
30 Minutes
Objective
To provide you with an opportunity to support others to communicate in
workplace discussions through courteous and professional behaviour.
This activity does not require observation.
Write a short summary in (approximately 75 words) to explain how you would
support others to communicate in workplace discussions.
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I would use the following strategies:
Implement an open-door policy – People still need to feel comfortable
approaching their manager's or colleague's desk, even though most of us now
work in offices without doors. A lack of verbal, face-to-face communication
quickly leads to a general lack of effective communication.
Encourage people to ask questions – If a project or task isn't completed
correctly, don't expect people to immediately understand what needs to be
improved. To get the most out of them, they must feel comfortable asking
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questions until they believe they have a clear understanding of what is
expected.
Make a schedule and use your time wisely – You do not need to schedule a
daily team meeting; otherwise, your team members may grow resentful of the
constant waste of their time. It is, however, critical to schedule regular team
meetings and one-on-one catchups with individual team members so that
they always know they will have an opportunity to share their ideas.
Don't overuse email - According to Atos Origin research, the average
employee spends 40% of their working week dealing with internal emails that
add no value to the company. While email has undoubtedly transformed
communication, we are sometimes too quick to send one without first
considering whether a face-to-face conversation would be more effective and
efficient.
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Activity 3C
Estimated Time
45 Minutes
Objective
To provide you with an opportunity to use active listening and questioning
techniques to clarify issues in a group situation.
Equipment
needed
Access to peers
Suitable space for role-play.
This activity will need to be observed. Your assessor has a list of criteria they
will base your assessment on.
Time must be given for planning.
Work in a group of four.
Role-play scenario
You and three of your peers have been asked by your manager to write a four-
page report. Each of you agreed that you would write one page each.
Unfortunately, one member of the group has not completed their page on
time, and now you are behind schedule. You have arranged a group meeting
to discuss this.
Discuss with your peers the reason for the issue and together suggest
appropriate solutions.
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Role play
Participants:
worker 1; worker 2; worker 3
Worker 1:
Good morning. As you know, we scheduled this meeting to talk
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about what happened with the delay in delivering the report. To start, I
think we can start by clarifying what happened.
Worker 2:
well, I ended up delaying my part of the report because there
was another demand that needed urgently to be resolved. I ended up
getting absorbed in the task and lost track of the deadline.
Worker 3:
I understand. I think the real problem was the lack of
communication because we kept saying that the work would be delivered
and when it didn't, it ended up delaying all of us.
Worker 2:
Yes, I totally understand, and I would like to apologize for that, I
really got overwhelmed with this new demand and ended up getting lost,
but I agree I could have warned you.
Worker 1:
Now it's gone, I think we can work out the missing page together,
so we're done faster.
Worker 3:
I agree. I also think that we could create a communication
channel, a broadcast list or something like that to share information about
the tasks we are involved in, so we can keep an eye on deadlines and help
organize the group.
Worker 2:
I agree!
Worker 1:
perfect! We're going to write this idea down and talk to our
industry manager to see the best way to implement it, but I really think it's
great.
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Activity 3D
Estimated Time
45 Minutes
Objective
To provide you with an opportunity to identify how to seek feedback from others on
effectiveness of communication.
This activity does not require observation
1.
Suggest two methods you could use to seek feedback on the effectiveness of
your communication.
2.
Draft an email as though you are contacting your manager to ask them for
feedback on your recent communication in the workplace. Include three
questions that specifically relate to your own performance.
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1
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Questions with a yes/no or rating scale. This allows people to give you a
straightforward answer quickly. This type of question can be used to quickly
confirm an idea or validate a hunch.
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Questions with no answers. This type of question necessitates more detailed
responses, which you can use to gather additional information or have a larger
discussion about a specific topic. You can ask clarifying questions to better
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understand the context of the person's feedback and the impact your
behavior is having.
2
To:
Manager
Subject:
Performance
feedback
Good
morning,
Seeking to adapt to organizational standards aimed at the continuous development
of its operations and team, I would like to receive feedback regarding my
communication with colleagues and managers on a day-to-day basis, especially in
relation to presentations at the results presentation meetings. Therefore, it would
be excellent if you could answer the following questions:
How do you rate my ability to concatenate ideas and
argumentation? How do you rate my body language
and expression?
What could be improved in my interpersonal communication?
Any additional comments beyond these questions would be most welcome. Thank
you in advance for your attention and I look forward to hearing from you!
Yours sincerely,
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Summative Assessments
The summative assessments are the major activities designed to assess your skills, knowledge and
performance, as required to show competency in this unit. These activities should be completed after
finishing the Learner Guide. You should complete these as stated below and as instructed by your
trainer/assessor.
Skills, knowledge, and performance may be termed as:
Skills
– skill requirements, required skills, essential skills, foundation skills
Knowledge
– knowledge requirements, required knowledge, essential knowledge, knowledge
evidence
Performance
– evidence requirements, critical aspects of assessment, performance evidence.
Section A: Skills Activity
The Skills Activity is designed to be a series of demonstrative tasks that should be assessed by observation (by
the assessor or third party, depending on the circumstances). In some cases, skills will be demonstrated in
writing, where the criteria fits.
It will demonstrate all of the skills required for this unit of competency – your assessor will provide further
instructions to you, if necessary.
Section B: Knowledge Activity (Q & A)
The Knowledge Activity is designed to be a verbal questionnaire where the assessor asks you a series of
questions to confirm your competency for all of the required knowledge in the unit of competency.
Section C: Performance Activity
The Performance Activity is designed to be a practical activity performed either in the workplace or a
simulated environment. You should demonstrate the required practical tasks for the unit of competency and
be observed by the assessor and/or third party, as applicable to the situation. If the third party is required to
observe you, you will need to make the required arrangements with them.
If necessary for the activities, you should attach completed written answers, portfolios, or any evidence of
competency to this workbook.
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Section A: Skills Activity
Objective: To provide you with an opportunity to show you have the required skills for this unit.
This activity will enable you to demonstrate the following skills:
Navigate the world of work
o
understands nature and purpose of own role and associated responsibilities and how it
contributes to organisational goals and outcomes
Get the work done
o
uses problem-solving skills to identify and analyse issues or barriers, consider options and develop
responses and opportunities for improvement
o
uses digital technology to find, record or communicate basic information.
Answer the activities in as much detail as possible.
Equipment needed:
Access to a computer, printer (printer optional).
1.
Reflect on your current or most recent role and explore how this role and your responsibilities
contribute to the goals and outcomes of your workplace on the whole.
You could consider the following points:
Working as part of a team
Promoting inclusion
Sharing ideas
Following policies and procedures.
Present your answer in 1-2 pages.
2.
Refer to Case Study C: Customer complaint
Suggest one communication method Arielle could use to respond to Ava’s email and explain why this is
appropriate.
3.
Produce your response to Ava from Arielle’s point of view using the communication method suggested
in Question 2. Your response must:
Use positive language
Aim to resolve the issue
Offer suitable suggestions for improvement.
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ANSWER
1.
The most recent role to consider in answering this question is the customer service agent position.
Since this is a function responsible for dealing directly with the expectations and individualities of
customers, the communication processes both internally, with the team, and externally, with customers
and partners needed to be very well designed.
Like me, there were 4 other members in the team, each one responsible for taking care of an aspect of
communication with the client, so teamwork was fundamental for the success and sustainability of the
sector's operations and consequently of the organization as a whole. We held periodic meetings to discuss
the processes and procedures adopted and to monitor the strategies applied.
In the scope of inclusion, the company had a policy of encouraging diversity, which extended to both
employees and customers, so all our practices were based on respect for differences and the development
of communicative skills capable of supporting the cross-cultural communication process. Periodically, we
underwent training to increase our perception of inclusion issues.
Organizational policies and procedures represented a fundamental aspect of my work as a customer
service agent, since in this position it is essential to be aware of numerous issues related to customer
information security, ethical communication, fair offering of products and prices. All these processes are
based on legal apparatus, so being aware of internal policies and procedures was essential to ensure that
the service performed would comply with external requirements.
The customer can be considered the heart of the business, therefore, this was a function that consisted of
a lot of responsibility, so that all the work carried out needed to be guided by the achievement of
organizational objectives in the short and long term. In this sense, periodic training, monitoring of
activities and well-defined KPIs were part of the daily routine.
Another important point of the work was to be aware of new market trends in terms of technologies and
resources for customer service. Together with other teams, such as the marketing and innovation team,
we held sporadic meetings to discuss general aspects of global trends and define how these could be
incorporated into the activities of both sectors, making the company more competitive and enjoyable.
2.
Arielle could use a remote video interpretation service, which consists of a video communication
service where an expert will mediate the conversation. This is a suitable alternative to demonstrate that
the company values the customer and their feedback.
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3.
Good morning, Ava!
First, we greatly appreciate your feedback. It is very important and gratifying to know that we have clients
like you who like our company and who, through communication, help us to grow.
I want to make it clear that the conduct of employees in the situation described in no way reflects
organizational policies and procedures.
We will investigate what happened and we will certainly apply your request for training focused on
respect for diversity.
Sincerely,
Section B: Knowledge Activity (Q & A)
Objective: To provide you with an opportunity to show you have the required knowledge for this unit.
The answers to the following questions will enable you to demonstrate your knowledge of:
Legislative requirements relevant to workplace communication
Organisational requirements relevant to workplace communication (including digital form):
o
ethical behaviour guidelines from state or federal governments
o
workplace policies
o
codes of conduct
o
organisational reputation and culture
Techniques to resolve communication challenges
Methods and techniques to participate in workplace discussions, including active listening,
questioning and providing feedback
Key principles of cross-cultural communication and communication with individuals with special
needs or disabilities
Communication methods suited to audience and workplace requirement:
o
verbal means: telephones, mobile devices, video conference
o
written means: email, SMS, social media
o
Internet of Things (IoT)
Communication challenges relevant to performance evidence:
o
conflicts with clients or team members
o
potential risks or safety hazards
o
unethical or inappropriate communication
Key relevant features of:
o
different communication styles
o
different communication methods
o
relevant cross cultural communication techniques.
Answer each question in as much detail as possible.
1.
What do policies, ethical behaviour guidelines, and codes of conduct for communication set out to
achieve?
2.
Provide three advantages of communicating policies, protocols and codes of conduct in a digital form.
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3.
Provide two examples of how communication requirements can positively impact on the reputation of
a workplace.
4.
Why should organisational culture support effective communication?
5.
Suggest three techniques that you can use to resolve communication challenges.
6.
Explain what you should do when using active listening.
7.
Provide two things that a question should include in order to be an effective question.
8.
Provide two methods that you could use to receive feedback.
9.
Identify three requirements for cross-cultural communication and communication with individuals with
special needs or disabilities.
10.
Provide one example as to when you would use the following methods of communication:
Telephone
Mobile
Video conferencing
Email
SMS (or text)
Social media.
11.
How can you manage a communication conflict in the workplace that cannot be resolved informally?
12.
How should you manage communication risks and safety hazards?
13.
What is unethical or inappropriate communication?
14.
What should you do if a communication falls outside of workplace policy?
15.
Identify two different communication methods and a key feature for each one.
16.
Identify three cross-cultural communication techniques.
ANSWER
1.
They establish the parameters expected by an organization, allowing employees and stakeholders in
general to know what is expected of them in terms of how to communicate and also act as a back-up
document in case a procedure is misinterpreted, or doubts arise regarding the resolution. conflicts or
everyday situations.
2.
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Enhanced employee engagement and empowerment.
➢
Employees are able to work better and faster.
➢
Organizations can create and reinforce shared purpose and values.
3.
Trust: listening to others, discussing options/opinions, and engaging in conversation demonstrate to others
that you want to make the best decisions for your group or business. Communication can also help an
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employee and their manager build trust as they complete tasks, share opinions and ideas, and set goals for
themselves (and the business).
Creating a Team: whether it is dividing tasks among multiple people or ensuring that one person understands
that it is their responsibility, trust and communication are essential so that all team members have the same
understanding of the team's expectations and duties.
4.
Good communication and how information is shared and exchanged within the organization are important
cultural characteristics. Effective communication ensures that internal processes run smoothly and that
positive relationships are formed with people both inside and outside the organization.
5.
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Address issues immediately and openly.
➢
Set clear expectations.
➢
Use neutral terms and open body language.
6.
Take Notice (and Show It): pay close attention to what is being said. Listen with all of your senses and pay
close attention to the speaker. Put your phone away, ignore distractions, avoid daydreaming, and turn off
your internal dialogue.
Consider What You Hear: rather than offering unsolicited advice or opinions, respond to what the other
person has said.
Keep the Judgment: keep your responses neutral and nonjudgmental so that the person feels safe enough to
continue sharing their thoughts.
Pose Open-Ended Queries: avoid "yes or no" questions; they frequently produce dead ends. Instead, ask
open-ended questions about the person to demonstrate your interest and to elicit thoughtful, expansive
responses.
7.
Relevance: a good question is pertinent. It focuses on remembering only the material covered in your
lesson and is well aligned with the overall learning objectives.
Concise: a good question is usually short and to the point. It eliminates any unnecessary information that
would necessitate students spending time understanding it correctly. The goal is not to deceive students, but
to assess their knowledge.
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8.
➢
Direct interviews
➢
Long form-based surveys
9.
Maintain proper etiquette: many cultures have their own etiquette for communicating. Before you meet, do
some research on the target culture or, if time permits, some cross-cultural training.
Avoid using slang: even the most educated non-native English speaker will not fully comprehend English slang,
idioms, and sayings.
Speak slowly: even if English is the common language in a cross-cultural situation, speaking at your normal
conversational speed is not a good idea.
10.
Telephone: to get an answer to a situation that needs to be resolved urgently.
Mobile: to maintain frequent communication, update on processes, etc., when a team member is not
allocated to the company.
Video conferencing: can be used to allow a member important to the discussion of a matter who is not
present to participate in the meeting.
Email: to formalize agreements or messages that require confirmation of receipt and as confirmation that
communication has been established.
SMS (or text): to send communications or promotions to customers. Social media: to communicate with
customers in a more informal context.
11.
Dispute resolution refers to techniques used by trained neutrals to assist people in communicating more
clearly, negotiating more effectively, developing, and evaluating solutions, or resolving conflicts. Neutrals
take no sides and do not represent the parties. Dispute resolution is an interdisciplinary field that draws
neutrals from human resources, law, and social work backgrounds. [ii] Conflict resolution and dispute
resolution are terms that can be used interchangeably. Some well-known dispute resolution mechanisms
are as follows:
➢
Legal action (litigation)
➢
Arbitration/Mediation
➢
Conciliation
➢
Collaborative Law and Negotiation Facilitation
12.
Because we know that conflict will occur and that it can strengthen relationships when handled correctly,
we would be wise to establish ground rules for dealing with it when it does occur. Conflict is more likely to
arise when people have strong beliefs about the outcomes they are attempting to achieve; thus, conflict
can sometimes be an indicator of an engaged and passionate group that will ultimately be successful.
➢
When the group first meets, outline conflict resolution strategies.
➢
Establish open lines of communication from the start.
➢
Take notes and/or have someone record the meeting minutes.
➢
Focus on current issues rather than bringing up problems from the past or concerns for the future.
➢
Clarify each member's position on contentious issues.
➢
Recognize emotional topics and determine the source of a person's emotional response.
➢
Each member should outline the facts and assumptions that support their position.
➢
Establish next steps and responsibilities at the end of conversations and meetings.
➢
Organize smaller group discussions and then bring suggestions to the larger group.
➢
Take a vote to reach consensus in the large group.
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13.
Ethical communication is communication that is used to improve interpersonal relationships or to
bring about moral changes in society. Communication that is used to destroy relationships or
promote social immorality is unethical communication.
14.
Following the guidelines below, you can learn how to improve communication at work with a
broad understanding of the issues at hand.
1. Establish fundamental communication standards.
2. Establish a safe space for communication 3. Be consistent and consistent
4. Establish clear norms and expectations.
5. Proactively seek feedback 6. Use technology correctly
7. Master conferences
15.
Verbal: the use of language to transfer information through speaking or sign language is known as
verbal communication. It is one of the most common types, and it is frequently used in
presentations, video conferences, phone calls, meetings, and one-on-one conversations. Because
it is efficient, verbal communication is essential. Nonverbal and written communication can be
used to supplement verbal communication.
Non-verbal: the use of body language, gestures, and facial expressions to convey information to
others is known as nonverbal communication. It can be used intentionally or inadvertently. For
example, when you hear a pleasant or enjoyable idea or piece of information, you may
unintentionally smile. Nonverbal communication can help you understand what others are thinking
and feeling.
16.
Active listening should be practiced: active listening is a necessary step in developing effective
cross- cultural communication in the workplace. By actively listening to the speaker, you can build
trust and a relationship because they will know you are paying attention to what they are saying.
Be a good communicator: you must hone your communication skills in addition to active listening.
Maintain proper etiquette: every culture has its own set of etiquette for how people communicate,
some more formal than others. If you have the time, doing some research on the culture in question
can help you understand what is expected of you when engaging with someone from that culture
Section C: Performance Activity
Objective: To provide you with an opportunity to demonstrate the required performance elements
for this unit.
This activity will enable you to demonstrate the following performance evidence:
Identify the most appropriate method of communication for the intended audience
Prepare written material that is clear in meaning and format according to organisational
requirements
Demonstrate active listening and questioning techniques in a workplace discussion
Communicate information and ideas verbally in a workplace discussion, considering the
needs of those from diverse backgrounds
Identify and report any communication challenges to superiors
Seek feedback from others on effectiveness of communication.
Equipment needed:
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Access to a suitable workplace environment
Opportunities for interaction with others.
This activity must be observed.
Answer the activity in as much detail as possible.
Role-play scenario
You feel that communication in your workplace is not as clear and effective as it should be. You are
consistently feeling out of the loop, and your manager’s briefings are sporadic and vague. This
makes it difficult for you to carry out your role to the best of your ability.
You want to share your ideas on how you feel this could be improved in a group discussion with
your colleagues.
The following tasks should be performed in response to the above role-play scenario.
1.
Prepare your key points for the discussion and summarise them in a brief which can be used to
prompt the discussion.
2.
Work with 3-4 of your peers, with them playing the role of your colleagues. Discuss the issues
with your group, using your summary to prompt the conversation.
Throughout the discussion, ensure that you:
Consider the specific requirements of the group
Use language appropriate for all group members
Ask your group members for input
Practice active listening
Agree on solutions to the communication problems.
3.
Follow up your discussion with an evaluation of your communication. You should ask your
peers for feedback, and make notes on the key points identified.
4.
Using the findings from your group discussion, prepare a report addressed to your supervisor,
highlighting the key communication issues and the solutions you identified during the
discussion.
Your report should be 1-2 pages long, and checked for any spelling or grammatical errors.
Report
Based on the discussion developed, we conclude that the communication process in the sector is
quite outdated, mainly due to the lack of an internal policy that encourages open and constant
communication. At the organizational level, there is a policy and procedures to direct internal
communication processes, but in practice the procedures are not followed, this is because there is a
lack of communication between management and the team and there are not many opportunities to
give/receive feedback.
The relationship between team members is good, which means that communication in the sector is
not so impaired, but when there is a need for communication between sectors, the process is almost
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always done in an inefficient way, so that when the information is not arrive late, the message ends
up arriving halfway, making it difficult to carry out the tasks.
We conclude at the end of the discussion that there is no point in having a policy if it is not followed
and that no matter how hard the team tries to maintain objective and linear communication within
the sector, it is necessary that there is support from management so that all sectors are integrated.
Based on this, the proposed path for solving current problems is that first, by implementing an
internal communication system between sectors, such as a unified intranet or a forum. In addition, it
is recommended that there are periodic, biweekly, or monthly meetings so that team members can
receive and offer feedback on each one's individual communication processes, opportunities for
improvement and on communication management. These meetings must be guided and take into
account the parameters and guidelines defined in the organizational policies and procedures and aim
at the individual's professional growth with a focus on achieving organizational goals.
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Case Studies
Case Study A: Planning communication
Luke works in the administration office of a school in his local town. He has been asked to write a
letter to be sent out to all parents.
This letter must inform parents of the following:
There will be a fundraising event on Thursday 4th January. The school is encouraging parents
to come along to the event, and bring anything they would like to sell to raise money for a
local children’s charity
The fundraising event will take place over the afternoon, children are required to stay until 3
pm but may stay later where possible
The school will be closed on Friday 5th January and will open again as normal on Monday 8th
January.
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Case Study B: Interpreting information
You work as an assistant in a small clothing company. They have recently introduced a limited-edition
line of charity t-shirts. Printing will be done manually, but a bulk order of t-shirts needs to be ordered
on Friday for delivery on Monday.
The order is as follows:
White t-shirt
Small – 150
Medium – 200
Large – 200
X Large – 170
Black t-shirt
Small – 200
Medium – 300
Large – 400
X Large – 250
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Case Study C:
Customer complaint
Arielle is a supervisor in a local clothing store. As well as managing the sales team, Arielle is also
responsible for handling customer complaints. Many of these complaints come by email, and
company policy is to follow up these emails with a phone call to resolve the issue.
Arielle has received the following complaint:
I love your store and regularly visit, but when I was shopping last week I had an awful experience
with one of your sales staff. I was browsing when suddenly somebody pushed my shoulder to get my
attention. It was a member of your sales team, who told me they had been shouting so that they
could get past me with some stock they were carrying. They were clearly agitated with me, and I
explained that I am deaf and hadn’t heard them addressing me. Unfortunately, this person didn’t
take on what I was telling them and told me to open my ears next time. Not only was this a nasty
comment to make, but it also crosses the lines of discrimination.
As I say, I love your store and have enjoyed shopping here for many years, but I feel that I cannot
carry on spending my money at a place where people with disabilities are treated in this way. What I
do suggest is that you provide some inclusivity training to your staff so that they can have an
understanding of the different people who might be shopping in-store, and so that an incident like
this never happens again.
Regards,
Ava James.
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Workplace Documentation – for learner
Workplace documents checklist
To demonstrate and support workplace knowledge, workplace documents can be submitted to the
assessor or third party. Indicate in the table below the documents that have been provided. Please
refer to your trainer/assessor if clarification is required or if you have any further questions on what
you are able to provide or use.
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Have originals or digital copies been supplied for the workplace
documents?
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No
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If not originals, have the originals been validated or checked?
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No
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