Final Reflection

My understanding of the value of effective communication has changed since the time I wrote the first post. Initially, I felt that oral communication and active listening skills are the two most important effective communication skills. I still feel that these two skills are very important. However, I realised that other communication skills such as interpersonal communication and written communication are also equally important.

Through this course, I have learnt more about various communication skills like interpersonal communication, oral communication and written communication skills. I feel that these skills that I have developed will certainly be applicable in my future job as well as in everyday life. In particular, knowing how to write cover letters and resumes will help me convince the employer that I am suitable for the job. Also, the interpersonal communication skills that I have developed have helped me become a better team player and will reduce the chances of me getting into a conflict.

During the process of doing the research report, I faced some difficulties. Nonetheless, it was a good experience as I have gained the knowledge of writing a formal report. The oral presentation was one of the components that I feared the most. However, I have learnt how to improve on my presentation skills through feedback from Ms Kim and my classmates.

Overall, I feel that this module has benefitted me a lot. Not only has it helped me to improve on some of my communication skills, but it has also taught me new communication skills in some aspects I was not familiar in like job search communication. Moreover, being in a class where there are people from different countries exposed me to different cultures. It was great to get to know and interact with my classmates. They definitely made the classes enjoyable.