Your guide for running an effective session with the Discovery Cards — for practitioners and educators at every level of knowledge, skill, and experience

Best Practice Model: Uses the 5 Communication Skills Types – Verbal, Non-verbal, Listening (often referred to as active listening), Written, and Visual; and the 7 Characteristics of Communication (7 Cs) – Clear, Concise, Concrete, Correct, Consistent, Coherent, and Courteous.

TOPIC: Communication Skills — How do I communicate effectively with others?

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Communication is a vital life skill that enables individuals to express thoughts clearly, build strong relationships, and navigate both personal and professional environments. The ability to effectively communicate one's needs, desires, expectations and insights empowers individuals to thrive in diverse life situations. Whether it is sharing ideas, resolving conflict, or collaborating with others, strong communication fosters understanding and trust. Effective communication skills boost confidence, help with problem solving and decision-making, and open doors to opportunities by allowing individuals to connect meaningfully with others. These skills are essential for personal, educational, and professional success.

Facilitator Guide — An essential companion to the Discovery Cards, the Facilitator Guide provides group leaders with everything needed to run structured, stage-matched sessions, including activity worksheets, and coaching tips. Discovery Cards are simple, practical, and impactful and increase engagement. Using behavior-based and color categorized cards, group members will discover strengths and gaps based on the Communication Skills Model. Card activities spur group members to set goals for progressing and building skills. Discovery Cards increase engagement, participation, self-discovery, and spark great discussions in group settings. For the best experience, buy a Group Kit, which includes everything you need to run an effective session.

• Facilitator Guide includes:
• Model overview
• Card deck summary
• Activity instructions and worksheets
• Coaching tips

• Specs
• Forty-four (52) pages
• Width: 8.5 x Height: 11.0 inches
• Saddle-stitched printed guide
• Language: English
• Publisher: R1 Publishing LLC