Objective:
The primary objective of this lesson is to enable learners to effectively translate theoretical knowledge of micro skills into practical, actionable steps that can be applied in personal and professional settings. By the end of this lesson, participants will be equipped to identify, refine, and apply specific micro skills in real-world scenarios, with an emphasis on achieving tangible outcomes.
Comprehensive Content Overview:
Micro skills refer to the small, specific abilities that are part of larger competencies. These skills are the building blocks that lead to proficiency in various personal and professional activities. They include skills such as active listening, effective communication, critical thinking, time management, and problem-solving. To practice micro skills, one needs to break down larger tasks into these smaller components and focus on mastering each element individually.
In-depth Explanations with Actionable Insights:
Active Listening
- How-to: Maintain eye contact, nod in agreement, and provide verbal cues such as “I see” or “Go on.”.
- Step-by-step process: Greet the speaker, focus solely on them, listen without interrupting, and provide feedback after they’ve finished speaking..
- Actionable insight: Record a conversation and evaluate how well you listened by noting the points you could recall and respond to effectively..
Example:
Speaker’s Statement Active Listening Response I feel overwhelmed with the project deadlines. I understand that the deadlines are causing stress. How can we address this together?
