Canadian teachers agree that "the data of the students' work is actually more than just the finished product; it's the non verbal and verbal communication. We have learned that the highest impact we can have on our students is taking the time to talk with them and connect with them. " (Capacity for Building Series 2015)
To support the development of soft skills and be in line with 21st century competencies, it is essential that as educators we focus on the facilitation of the following traits with our young learners so that their interpersonal abilities can flourish:
To support the development of soft skills and be in line with 21st century competencies, it is essential that as educators we focus on the facilitation of the following traits with our young learners so that their interpersonal abilities can flourish:
- Patience
- Honesty
- Courteousness
- Flexibility
- Listening Skills
- Respectfulness
- Empathy
- Supportiveness