Module 3 – Communication is Key

Communicate, communicate, communicate. Many conflicts arise due to a lack of proper communication. Normally we tend to believe that we always express ourselves and our ideas in a way so that everyone is able to understand. However, that is not always the case. This topic in this module really stood out to me because it is something that is important in our day to day tasks. Communication is such a simple yet very effective skill that not everyone is good at. Sometimes we forget to mention something, tend to be lazy or refuse to respond when others try to reach out to us which causes many conflicts within a group. As a result, it makes resolving problems and finding possible solutions becomes unnecessarily difficult.

Recently in my French class, we were given a group project to write a script for a roleplay scene we will be acting out eventually. From slide 25, it talks about using Google Docs which can help groups collaborate together on files. Each member will be able to access, upload, edit and share the files. We have begun using this and now we have become much more productive.

The main advice I would offer to students is to find ways to collaborate with one another when you have to work in groups. The most successful groups are those that communicate any problems that arise or any mistakes they may have made. You and everyone else will benefit. Also, don’t be afraid to share your ideas or even help someone who is struggling. Communication will always be the difference between a successful group and a mediocre one.