This module was developed by the Pennsylvania Training and Technical Assistance Network (PaTTAN). This resource is a 508 compliant presentation featuring searchable presentation captioning and video, navigation points, and synchronized, downloadable accompanying materials. In this module, the user learns how to communicate across cultures and instruct across learning styles. The module also discusses ways to identify signs of abuse and neglect. The instructor has the user complete exercises in order to better understand the material.

This module was developed by the Pennsylvania Training and Technical Assistance Network (PaTTAN). This resource is a 508 compliant presentation featuring searchable presentation captioning and video, navigation points, and synchronized, downloadable accompanying materials. This unit focuses on how to communicate with stakeholders, particularly other adults in a school building, and informs the user of ways to develop strong workplace communication skills and community interactions to create a successful learning environment for all. The instructor has the user complete exercises in order to better understand the material.

These conflict management guidelines are designed to help district staff and parents effectively address conflict in special education. The creation of this document was part of a Portland Public Schools Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) local capacity grant funded by the Oregon Department of Education (ODE). Contents include a) Overview, b) Conflict, c) Managing Conflict Prior to Meetings, d) Managing conflict in Meetings, e) Post-Meeting Considerations, and f) Appendices.

The tips and tools available at this site can help you plan a powerful presentation and not only communicate with confidence but with assurance that your participants' learning needs are met.   Nineteen on-line guides are currently available, including: 1) choosing the right color for your presentation, 2) simple tips for effective handouts, 3) how to convince the audience that you know what you are talking about, 4) conducting a mid-session evaluation, 5) winning the audience over right from the start, 6) twelve tips for training transfer, 7) adding humor to your presentation, 8) are your sessions geared to the needs of participants?, 9) creating a lesson plan for training, 10) ...

This new video introduces the critical skill of listening and helps viewers recognize its importance and value. Viewers will better understand the skills involved in effective listening and its role in communication and problem solving.

This guide focuses on teaching secondary students effective communication skills in both professional and social situations.   It includes four sections of materials for workshop presenters: (a) speaker’s notes and activities to accompany the overhead transparencies; (b) presentation slides, which present key points and activities for the workshop; (c) informational and notetaking handouts for participants, which expand on ideas presented in the presentation slides; and (d) a list of relevant references. (Founded in 1996 as the Texas Center for Reading & Language Arts, the Vaughn Gross Center for Reading and Language Arts is a research and development initiative at the University ...