INNOVATIVE LEARNER

A good listener will listen not only to what is being said, but also to what is left unsaid or only partially said. Effective listening therefore involves observing body language and noticing inconsistencies between verbal and non-verbal messages, as well as just what is being said at any given moment. Listening is therefore not just a matter of using your ears, but also your eyes. There are ten principles behind really good listening. Ten Principles of Effective Listening: 1. Stop Talking Don't talk, listen. When somebody else is talking listen to what they are saying, do not interrupt, talk over them or finish their sentences for them. Stop, just listen.  When the other person has finished talking you may need to clarify to ensure you have received their message accurately. 2. Prepare Yourself to Listen Relax. Focus on the speaker. Put other things out of mind. The human mind is easily distracted by other thoughts – what’s for lunch, w...

The board examination is over. You are just days away from receiving your results and scorecard. Your performance in the examination may help decide which college or university you can study at. However, the crucial question is -- have you decided which stream you'd like to pursue? 1. Know what you don't want to pursue Sometimes, the best choices in life are the ones you don’t make. Use the process of elimination to ensure that you weed out all the possible careers that you’re not suited for. Use the practice of visualization here. Are you someone who likes sitting in an office in your personal space, or do you see yourself being out in the field, meeting people and being on the move?   2. Take the assistance of a career counsellor Whether it’s a professional problem or a personal one, it’s always a good idea to seek help, especially when it’s so readily available. Career counsellors are highly trained professionals, and they will help you complete a...

Competitive Exams are just common mode of getting job! With the day are approaching fast, there must be excitement as well as nervousness playing inside the hearts of all candidates who have applied for Competitive Exam. All the aspirants, who will be attempting the competitive exam for different posts are expected to be concentrating on their studies and focusing on completion and revision of the syllabus. The few last days are extremely crucial as it can decide which path the attempt on the examination will go -- good or bad. Therefore, the last few days have to be used to the best and strategies have to be created to boost the preparation process. Those applicants who qualify Competitive Exam will have chances of getting selected for job in various departments. Plan it Right- Since only a few days are left for the exam, it is important for the candidates to plan their study schedule. Starting with knowing the Competitive Exam pattern to syllabus, candidate...

Being polite means being aware of and respecting the feelings of other people. We may not always notice politeness but we usually notice rudeness or inconsiderate behaviour. This page takes a step back and covers some of the fundamentals of building and maintaining relationships with others. We provide examples of the most common behaviours that are considered polite. Politeness can and will improve your relationships with others, help to build respect and rapport, boost your self-esteem and confidence, and improve your communication skills. Many of the points raised on this page may seem obvious (in most cases they are common-sense) but all too often social manners are overlooked or forgotten. Take some time to read through the following points and think about how being polite and demonstrating good social etiquette can improve your relationships with others. Politeness Guidelines You can apply the following (where appropriate) to most interactions with others –...