Tuesday, April 2nd, 1:15 pm-2:15 pm, Balcony J
A step-by-step approach will be used to teach a methodology for developing soft skills in adult basic education settings. Steps include: 1) selecting the needed skills for your program, 2) teaching and modeling, 3) developing assessment instruments, 4) evaluating soft skills, and 5) managing and documenting progress. This model utilizes the Pace Life Skills 25 curriculum. These personal and interpersonal skills support class management and engagement, improve test scores, and help students obtain employment and succeed in a job. In general, these personal and interpersonal soft skills support success in many areas of life.
There are three areas of focus: 1) Self-Development (self-concept, self-esteem, self-confidence, dealing with emotions, conflict, stress, criticism, and failure); 2) Achieving Personal Goals (interests, priorities, goals, problem solving, decision-making, planning, managing time, clear thinking, and systems thinking); and 3) Interpersonal Skills (listening and speaking effectively, assertiveness, relating to people, following and giving directions, identifying work styles, and teamwork).
