MODULE 4: Communicating in a variety of ways
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1. Communication challenges in an international mixed-ability group Input:
MODULE 4 Communicating in a variety of ways
language, different habits regarding commu- nication, participation, understanding and in- formation-processing. Effective participation goes hand in hand with communication and information. The key is to ensure communication based on trust and re- spect and to show sensitivity towards the va- riety of ways people with disabilities prefer to communicate. What does this mean?
When working with an international group, you need to ensure participation for the en- tire group while keeping in mind cultural differences, different levels of intercultural sensitivity, etc. When dealing with mixed-abil- ity groups that are international, the task be- comes even more challenging (albeit exciting) because in addition, you need to take into ac- count very different educational backgrounds, varying abilities to speak the chosen activity
# Communication and information: How to get everyone’s view
Brief description
This module demonstrates how to use different languages, channels, senses and techniques in a way that allows for transparency and full participation.
2. Communicating with sensitivity during the activity Input:
mation and communication) before the activity. New situations often arise where new challenges need to be addressed. Also, not all participants’ needs can be dis- cussed openly with an entire group. Not everyone is willing to disclose their needs in public, so a small group or a private dis- cussion can be helpful. Another argument for sharing in small groups or another safe setting is that not all participants are able to recognise their needs in the beginning of the activity. Sometimes they realise and articulate their needs better after having interacted with the group. If someone doesn’t want to talk, answer a question or communicate during an ac- tivity, do not force them. Ensure they feel
In communication, our message only gets across if we express it openly, check whether we have been understood, invite suggestions, and adapt our communication approach de- pending on the situation. The way we phrase questions, use our tone of voice or employ facial gestures can impact communication in a variety of ways. That’s why we have put together some basic principles for sensitive communication in a group: Ensure that all participants can speak out in a confidential setting regularly throughout the entire activity (for exam- ple, in a small “reflection” group at the end of the day). It is not always possible to collect information about everyone’s access needs (including access to infor-
Learning objectives
At the end of this module you will be familiar with accessible forms of communication and information know about different ways of experiencing communication and presenting infor- mation have learnt about support measures such as interpreting services or language animation
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