Communication Microcredential
For the purpose of establishing the Communication microcredential, demonstration of competency in this skill will be defined as:
- Able to articulate thoughts and ideas clearly and effectively in written and verbal communications.
- Confident public speaking skills, able to express ideas to others, and can write/edit memos, letters, and complex reports clearly and effectively.
Rationale
Communication in both oral and written form is universally considered fundamental to success in the workplace. The National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) consistently finds Communication to be among the top responses to the question “Key Attributes Employers Seek on Students’ Resumes” among employers across all industries when completing the annual Job Outlook survey.
Milestone 1: Course/Clerkship: Assessed Competency in Student Learning Outcome
| Description |
Learners complete an approved course or clerkship as part of their enrolled course of study with communication principles clearly identified and measured Student Learning Outcome in the course syllabus. This includes development and demonstrated competency in one or more of the following: · Able to articulate thoughts and ideas clearly and effectively in written communications; · Able to articulate thoughts and ideas clearly and effectively in verbal communications; · Confident public speaking skills; · Able to express ideas to others; · Can write/edit memos, letters, and complex reports clearly and effectively.
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| Skills | Written communication; verbal communication; public speaking; thought articulation; idea expression; editing; report writing; empathetic listening |
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Evidence (specifically what documented proof will be provided) |
Student will upload documented evidence of graded assignments and exams as well as objective evaluative feedback from instructor that verifies significant competency in of one or more of the identified communication skills. For each submitted evaluation or assignment*, it should be expressly stipulated that students will be able to pass basic requirements for successfully completing the unit or course, but can still be assessed as not competent in these skills as evaluated by instructor. Documentation may include: · Video or slide deck from presentation · Paper, report, or article · Recorded oral or video communication assignment · CV/resume, cover letter, personal statement · Other evaluated oral or written assignment
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Milestone 2: Completion and Assessed Competency in Approved Co-Curricular Activity
| Description | Learners complete an approved and inventoried co-curricular activity or experience that meets the criteria as qualified to significantly develop and assess competency in one or more of the defined communication skills. This includes development and demonstrated competency in one or more of the following:
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| Skills | Written communication; verbal communication; public speaking; thought articulation; idea expression; editing; report writing; empathetic listening |
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Student will upload evidence of completed activity accompanied by performance evaluation, outcome assessment, or other objective feedback from activity facilitator/instructor as approved by appropriate department head*. Student will have to have verifiable record of participation of and completion of activity and all requirements pertaining to Student Learning Outcome. Even with all participation requirements met, it should be expressly stipulated that student can be deemed as not competent in skill as assessed by facilitator/instructor. Documentation may include: · Video or slide deck from presentation · Evaluated paper, report, or article · Recorded oral or video communication assignment · CV/resume, cover letter, personal statement · Other evaluated oral or written activity.
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Milestone 3: Completion of Approved Summative Project or Experience Presented to DSAA Review Committee
| Description |
Learners complete a pre-approved project or experience for which the outcome is determined by the designated DSAA review committee to meet “significant and measurable evidence of mastery of one or more identified communication skill that is fundamental to the design of the project or experience.” This includes development and demonstrated competency in one or more of the following: · Able to articulate thoughts and ideas clearly and effectively in written communications; · Able to articulate thoughts and ideas clearly and effectively in verbal communications; · Confident public speaking skills; · Able to express ideas to others; · Can write/edit memos, letters, and complex reports clearly and effectively.
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| Skills | Written communication; verbal communication; public speaking; thought articulation; idea expression; editing; report writing; empathetic listening |
| Evidence |
The learner will have to present an account of their experience, including evidence of completion and mastery of the associated skills in written or presentation format*. The experience will also have to be verified by an authorized supervisor, such as project director, faculty/staff advisor, site coordinator, etc. This may include: · Project report or portfolio · Site/project supervisor summary · Conference or professional meeting program · Independent publication, poster, or article (electronic or printed) · Other documented evidence from experience
The DSAA review committee reserves the right to require the candidate to complete an interview or project presentation in case submitted documentation is not deemed adequate to determine whether it meets the milestone.
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