Extension Communication and Interpersonal Skills

EE 102: Extension Communication and Interpersonal Skills (2 Credits: 30 Lect. 60 Sem. 0 Prac.)

Pre-requisite: None

Course Content:
Communication terminologies. Types of communication: interpersonal, spoken, written, visual, audio, audiovisual. Communication process. Theories, barriers, and models for effective extension communication.  Principles and practices of formal and informal speaking. Skill development for chairing meeting. Assessing audience interests and concerns. Giving and receiving feedback. Organisation and delivery of speeches for a variety of occasions and purposes. Role and use of audio-visuals in public speaking. Production of extension materials and messages for use in extension.
Expected Leaning Outcomes:

At the end of the course students should be able to:

  • Employ the concepts, principles, and theories of communication
  • Use communication skills in public
  • Develop ability to organise and run meetings
  • Develop capacity to produce extension communication materials