Michelle Obama is a competent communicator. She demonstrates the ability to express her feelings and the rights of others. She portrays being direct, open and honest, and clarifies her needs to other people. I would want to model some of Michelle Obama communication behaviors, primarily because her values and beliefs interest me. As an educator we have to be open, honest, direct and understanding and she portrays the image of an educator. However, being an effective communicator takes real skills. Communication skills have to be developed, honed, and added to on-going basis. Communication is the heart of our interpersonal skills and the more we are aware of this the better we will be.
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This was a gift given to me on my last day of student teaching in Leesburg, Ga by the students and my master teacher in May of 2010. I treasure this gift because it reminds me of the passion and the ambition they felt for me.
I've had limited exposure to video coverage of Michelle Obama since we do not subscribe to television at my home. However, I am pleased to hear that she is such a great role model. As you know, the role of First Lady is just as important as that of the President. The First Lady is the voice that reaches out to the community in a less formal, and more accessible fashion.
ReplyDeleteI look forward to reading your future blog posts throughout the class!
Tanya,
ReplyDeleteMrs. Obama was on BET today discussing her strong religion beleifs. She is quiet confident in her converstion with others never did she over power the conversation. It was always a two way communication process taking place. I agree that she is honest, open and an effective communicator. I would like to acquire her skills as an effective communicator, too.
Tanya,
ReplyDeleteI agree. Michelle Obama is a graceful speaker. I also love watching her listen to someone speak; she truly seems to take in their words and shows such expression. What a great choice. Looking forward to working with you during this class!
Raina