Understanding the environment: Learning and communication

The course aims to help learners understand the environment through the lens of learning and communication. By the end of the course, students will be able to explore the global implications of different mindsets, develop a relational model of communication techniques, and enhance their oral, written, visual, and mathematical communication skills. The teaching method includes readings on learning and culture, introduction to communication, and various communication techniques, along with activities such as exploring global mindsets and developing communication models. This course is intended for individuals interested in enhancing their communication skills and understanding the impact of different mindsets on the environment.

• Introduction
• Learning outcomes
• 1 Course outline
• 1 Course outline
• 1.1 Aim
• 1.2 Readings
• 1.3 Activities
• 2 Section readings – Learning and communication
• 2 Section readings – Learning and communication
• Reading 2.1: Learning and culture
• Reading 2.2: Introduction to communication
• Reading 2.3: Communication techniques
• Reading 2.4: Oral and written communication
• Reading 2.5: Visual communication
• Reading 2.6: Mathematical communication
• 3 Section activities
• 3 Section activities
• Activity 2A: Exploring the global implications of different mindsets
• Activity 2B: Developing a relational model of the Powerdown Show programme
• Conclusion
• Glossary
• References
• Acknowledgements