LIS211

Learning And Communication Skills

Education
200 level
2 credit units
155 pages
14 units

This course introduces students to the essential learning and communication skills required for academic and professional success. It explores techniques for effective reading, writing, listening, and speaking, emphasizing strategies to overcome communication barriers. The course covers public speaking, presentation skills, and technical communication, equipping students with practical tools for various academic and professional settings. It also examines communication in libraries and information centers, highlighting staff communication and organizational dynamics.

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About this course

Difficulty: Intermediate
Study hours: 60 hours
Maths: None
Content: Theoretical, practical, case study, problem solving
Practical work: Yes

How it is assessed

Assignments
Tutor marked assessments
Discussion forums
Computer based tests
Final examination

What you'll read

The real module and unit structure of LIS211, taken from the course material NOUN publishes.

Module 1

Module 2

Module 3

Module 4

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LIS211 · UNIT 1 DEFINITION OF CONCEPTS

The presentation schedule gives you the important dates for the completion of your computer-based tests, participation in forum discussions and at facilitation. Remember, you are to submit all your assignments at the appropriate time. You should guide against delays and plagiarisms in your work. Plagiarism is a criminal offence in academics and liable to heavy penalty.

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What you should be able to do

Apply effective reading and learning strategies for academic success.
Demonstrate effective communication skills in various contexts.
Develop and deliver compelling public speeches and presentations.
Understand and apply principles of technical communication.
Analyze and improve communication within organizations.
Identify and overcome barriers to effective communication.

What it prepares you for

Careers

Librarian
Information Officer
Communications Specialist
Public Relations Officer
Training Officer

Where it is applied

Education
Libraries
Information Centers
Corporate Communications
Public Sector

Where it gets hard

The units students slow down on, and what makes each one heavy.

Module 1: Definition of Concepts
Unit 4: Effective Reading and Learning Skills
Requires synthesizing multiple reading strategies and applying them to different types of texts, demanding critical evaluation and adaptability.
Module 2: Communication
Unit 2: The Communication Process and Types
Involves understanding complex communication models and applying them to real-world scenarios, requiring analytical and problem-solving skills.
Module 4: Communication in Libraries and Information Centres
Unit 2: Communication in Organisations
Requires understanding organizational dynamics and applying communication strategies to improve staff relations and service delivery, demanding critical thinking and interpersonal skills.

A suggested way through it

Suggested

13 weeks, about 45 hours in total. Yours will differ.

Week 1Module 1: Definition of Concepts
- Unit 1: Definition of the Concepts of Reading and Learning · 3 hours
  Define reading and learning.. Identify different types of reading and learning.. Relate reading goals to effective learning..
Week 2Module 1: Definition of Concepts
- Unit 2: Types and Methods of Reading · 3 hours
  Recognize various types of reading.. Determine strategies for effective reading.. Explain how reasons for reading align with content..
Week 3Module 1: Definition of Concepts
- Unit 3: Types and Methods of Learning · 3 hours
  Explain learning skills.. Determine strategies for effective learning.. Recognize barriers to effective learning.. Acquire ways to overcome barriers..
Week 4Module 1: Definition of Concepts
- Unit 4: Effective Reading and Learning Skills · 3 hours
  Apply effective reading and learning skills.. Integrate reading and learning strategies for academic success..
Week 5Module 2: Communication
- Unit 1: Introduction to Communication · 3 hours
  Explain the meaning of communication.. Identify various types of communication.. Discuss characteristics of each type.. Demonstrate effective use of non-verbal communication..
Week 6Module 2: Communication
- Unit 2: The Communication Process and Types · 3 hours
  Identify elements of the communication process.. Recognize barriers to communication.. Communicate effectively..
Week 7Module 2: Communication
- Unit 3: Communication Skills · 3 hours
  Recognize elements of communication skills.. Determine components of effective listening.. Explore requirements of effective writing skills..
Week 8Module 2: Communication
- Unit 4: Communication for Academic Purposes · 3 hours
  Determine what communication for academic purposes entails.. Identify tenets for scholarly communications.. Apply principles of online research and library material location.. Explore the value of Microsoft Word in scholarly communications..
Week 9Module 3: Public Speaking and Presentation Skills
- Unit 1: Art of Public Speaking · 3 hours
  Determine principles of public speaking.. Ascertain tenets of effective public speaking.. Identify pitfalls to avoid in public speaking.. Develop strategies to manage anxiety and fears.. Discover tactics to deal with unexpected developments..
Week 10Module 3: Public Speaking and Presentation Skills
- Unit 2: Importance of Public Speaking · 3 hours
  Determine the value of public speaking.. Explain benefits derived from speaking in public.. Recognize benefits of taking a unit in public speaking..
Week 11Module 3: Public Speaking and Presentation Skills
- Unit 3: Guides to Effective Public Speaking · 3 hours
  Identify tips for effective public speaking.. Acquire performance mindset for successful public speaking..
- Unit 4: Presentation Skills · 3 hours
  Determine how to develop skills for effective presentation.. Identify easy ways to organize presentations.. Recognize tips for adequate preparation.. Explain intricacies of practice and rehearsal..
Week 12Module 4: Communication in Libraries and Information Centres
- Unit 1: Staff Communication in the Library · 3 hours
  Identify strategies for effective staff communication.. Determine pitfalls to avoid in creating synergy among staff.. Discuss how to enhance internal service excellence.. Identify principles of open communication and positive approaches.. Determine ways to achieve effective collaboration..
Week 13Module 4: Communication in Libraries and Information Centres
- Unit 2: Communication in Organisations · 3 hours
  Define organizational communications.. Discuss importance of communication in organizations.. Identify patterns of communication.. Recognize characteristics of effective communication.. Determine barriers to organizational communication..
- Unit 3: Technical and Development Communication · 3 hours
  Define development communication.. Explain relationship between communication and development.. Explain meaning of technical communication..

Preparing for the exam

What to do

Create concept maps linking Module 1 reading and learning strategies.
Practice writing summaries of key communication theories from Module 2.
Record and critique mock speeches focusing on delivery techniques from Module 3.
Review case studies of organizational communication failures and successes from Module 4.
Focus on understanding and applying the 7Cs of effective communication.
Practice answering potential exam questions under timed conditions.
Review all Tutor-Marked Assignments (TMAs) and discussion forum contributions.
Identify and revisit areas of weakness based on self-assessment exercises.

Questions students ask about this course

What is LIS211 about?

How many units does LIS211 have?

LIS211, Learning And Communication Skills, has 14 units across 4 modules, over 155 pages of course material. You can read it one unit at a time.

How many credit units is LIS211?

LIS211 carries 2 credit units, at 200 level in Education.

Is LIS211 hard?

LIS211 is rated intermediate level, with no mathematical content. It is mostly theoretical, practical, case study and problem solving work, and it has a practical component.

How long does LIS211 take to study?

About 60 hours of study, spread across its 14 units.

How is LIS211 assessed?

LIS211 is assessed by assignments, tutor marked assessments, discussion forums, computer based tests and final examination.

What can I do with LIS211?

Librarian, Information Officer, Communications Specialist, Public Relations Officer and Training Officer.