NCFE Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools (STLv2) ASSIGNMENT 6 - GUIDANCE NOTES

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Explain why effective communication is important in developing positive relationships with children, young people and adults Explain the principles of relationship building with children, young people and adults Explain how different social, professional and cultural contexts may affect relationships and the way people communicate Explain the skills needed to communicate with children and young people Explain how to adapt communication with children and young people for: The age of the child or young person The context of the communication Communication differences Explain the main differences between communicating with adults and communicating with children and young people Here you need to show a sound understanding of the IMPORTANCE of effective communication and how this can lead to positive relationships. You should also show a sound understanding of how you come to understand people e.g. their needs and emotions. For this question you just need to show your understanding of WHAT the principles are and how these can help build relationships. Think of the basis of the different relationships you have with the different age groups including adults and how the principles apply equally to these too. Here you should give examples of the variety of different contexts and how you adapt communication. This could be examples of social or professional contexts but focus on how relationships can be established, the effects on different relationships as well as the way you communicate in relationships. Show a variety of skills needed to communicate, think of elements such as probing, open or closed questions. Be sure to include your understanding of knowing the childs need in cases such as special needs when you need to aware of their individual needs. This question is not the same as 1c. For this question you have to be more specific in showing how you adapt your communication and consider more; The age of the child or young person = means look more into their age and stage of development, their competence in the way they communicate or if a lack of vocabulary. The context of the communication = means looking at whether it is a social or professional environment so give examples of how you adapt your communication here as well. Communication differences = means looking more into any difficulties in speech or having hearing problems, English as a second language, or any other interaction difficulties. Give examples of how you adapt your communication. For this question you just have to show your understanding in the different rules in communicating such as styles, the language used and the level of understanding etc. Be sure to highlight the main differences in adults than with children and young people.

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Explain how to adapt communication to meet different communication needs of adults Explain how to manage disagreements with children, young people and adults Summarise the main points of legislation and procedures covering confidentiality, data protection and the disclosure of information Explain the importance of reassuring children, young people and adults of the confidentiality of shared information and the limits of this Justify the kinds of situation when confidentiality protocols must be breached

Include the different communication styles adults use, such as Action-orientated people etc, this is their preferred way of communicating. Then show a good understanding of how you adapt your communication with these different styles, when communicating with adults. Consider here as well, there may be some adults with communication difficulties so explain how to adapt your communication to these as well. This about adults, This is not the same question as in your practical task but a more general one on handling disagreements. Generally we need clear and regular communication, what else? Why do disagreements occur? How would you deal with them? What strategies would you use? Include all three; children, young people and adults. Give a brief account of your understanding of the main points in the legislation and procedures. Who does this target? What are the objectives? Why have legislation? How are these implemented? Read all the information first then single out the main points. Dont just write what confidentiality etc is, it is the main points of the legislation and procedures you are asked to write about. This is a two part question firstly Show a sound understanding of the IMPORTANCE of reassuring children, young people and adults of confidentiality when sharing information. Secondly - you should also show a sound understanding of the IMPORTANCE of the limits of this shared information e.g. obtaining consent. Justify meaning that if you agree, then show your support as to why. Support your reasons by giving specific and separate reasons why. Give examples and do not meander or wander off.