SS0P22 – COMMUNICATION DENNY MORGAN-WORLEY 1.1 There are many ways to communicate with individuals with sensory loss. For individuals who suffer from a lack or loss of hearing, visual sign language can be used, and for individuals who do not understand sign language a support worker can use word, suggestion or prompt cards so that an individual can make there needs known. For individuals who still have the capacity to write in understandable form, this too will be a good way for a support worker and service user to effectively communicate with each other. For individuals with a lack of vision, clear and audible language can be used as well as deafblind sign for those who know it. Forms of makaton can also be used for individual who suffer from these sensory loses.
Patience is the most important skill. We need to give enough time for baby to communicate. Talking to the child, reading books, showing pictures. Attention to what the baby is trying to say. Helping child with putting words together will help him in future communication.
What type of nonverbal communication codes are being used to deliver the messages? What effect does each message have on the other people in the image? What nonverbal communication skills and strategies could be used to communicate effectively in this situation? What cultural barriers can be seen in this image? What nonverbal messages are being sent in this image?
Augmentative communication is a way to help with language disorders. Assistive technology devices such as computers or hand held devices should be used to accomplish augmentative communication. This will allow the children to communicate their needs. Verbal communication consists of vocabulary which means the use of the words and expressions that can be understood. The children can respond to questions accordingly to the tone of the voice.
You need to encourage the use of good manners please, thankyou, etc and deter bad manners and behaviour by talking to the child in question and telling them how they need to behave. 1.2 Describe with examples how to behave appropriately for a child or young person’s stage of development. Year 1 children are just starting with lessons so they need to be told how to sit and listen to what they are being told so they know what they need to do to complete the task in hand. In Phonics you need to sound out the sounds and words, see how the children get on spelling the word and then help them by sounding the word out again or breaking the sounds down so they can hear the letter sounds easier. When they get it right let them know they have got it correct.
Another reason it may be hard to verbally communicate is if English is not their first language and you will have to use body language and maybe actions, especially to help the children understand what you are saying, and also speak very clearly in a friendly tone. Always approach individuals in an open, friendly manner. Observe their facial expressions, if they look puzzled try to explain more clearly and in detail, if they look upset try to give them reassurance and encourage them to express their feelings, but not too much as this may offend also. If they move away slightly respect their decision as they may feel a bit uncomfortable. Always ask if they have any questions and that you would be happy to answer.
Explain how own role and practice can impact on communication with an individual who has specific communication needs. Depending on the individuals specific communication needs, it is vital to manage the way you communicate, be it through sign language, verbal or by other means, to suit each and every individual. Some individuals rely on lip reading to be able to understand what someone is trying to communicate to them, to that you would face towards them making sure you speak clearly, this way it is easier for this individual to understand you. The same applies with all forms of communicating, if using sign language, make sure all hand motions are visable, if someone is hard of hearing, be sure to speak in a clear tone and at a volume that they will be able to hear. If you try to communicate incorrectly with a person with very specific ways of communicating, then it is possible to cause the individual distress, cause aggressive behaviour due to anxieties, give
For example, some store words or phrases and allow the user to put together messages which are then spoken out by the device. There are a number seek of different types of VOCAs available and it is essential to independent professional advice to ensure that the child is getting the right machine to meet their individual needs. (Other ways of speaking 20.11.12) Human Support The child may need a key worker so that they can get to know them better and be there for them when they need extra help and support. The key worker/teacher may need to learn sign language in
This means they are learning to communicate with others. The child must understand the word to then string a sentence along, which makes sense. This also means they will be able to use grammar and put words in the right order. Language is a recognised structured system of gestures signs and symbols used to communicate. These symbols can be used in various ways; they can be spoken, written or signed.
3.1 Describe how communication with children and young people differ across age ranges and stages of development Communication Verbal: Perhaps one of the most valuable components of a parent-child relationship, verbal communication with children guides your children to behave the way you want them to behave. Effective verbal communication with children can be most effective when it is honest, respectful, and understanding. Being a good listener and having patience are necessary skills needed to promote productive verbal communication with children. 1. Significance o Communication can either be verbal or non-verbal.