Strength
The learner profile attribute which I believe is my strength is communicator, as I have demonstrated the traits confidence, enthusiasm and integrity, allowing to me clearly articulate and convey my thoughts through various aspects. The piece of academic work that best represents myself as a communicator, is a pastiche and rationale completed based upon a novel studied within the english language and literature course. In order to complete this assessment task, I was required to clearly communicate my understanding of significant themes and motifs of the story through the author's style of writing, as well as clearly justify my work under a strict word limit. This assessment task has allowed me to effectively explore a different method in expressing myself, as well as increasing my ability in adapting to different styles of language.
Good communication skills is not only evident in my academic activity, but it also forms the fundamental trait in many of my service and leadership roles too. Good communication was essential in many leadership roles I have undertaken this year, such as the member of Black Kites Athletic Council and Year 12 Focus Group. My roles in both activities is to contribute ideas and reflect on issues and solutions, hence, confidence and clear communication was important in order to succeed in this area. Another important activity that required exemplary communication skills, is first aiding. It is important assist patients in maintaining calm and stress free, will be a difficult task without the ability to communicate with patients. Furthermore, service working with children and others who are less confident in language also requires good communication skills. I was able to effectively communicate my intentions and thoughts through body language and patience in order to conduct the various service opportunities. Other than verbal and communication in the form of words, I also used arts to express my ideas and thoughts to others. I participated in this years Trashion show as a designer, allowing me to fully express my childhood innocence through the theme "Alice in Wonderland", using each design to communicate my experiences and emotions towards each character to the audience. In the designing process, I incorporated different elements such as color, tone and shape, which demonstrated my abilities to successfully communicate with others through various medias and forms. Being a good communicator assists my self management skills and helps me in my daily life through providing me with good interpersonal skills. The ability to effectively communicate with others is essential in both my academic and non-academic performance, as it allows me to convey my opinions and emotions in various different ways suitable to the context of the situation. Furthermore, communication and interpersonal skills is a critical part of my future regardless of the career I choose, as it is the principal aspect in building up a social network of relationships. Overall, I plan to utilize my strength in communication in strengthening my ability to command and empathize, which are all important characteristics in becoming a successful leader. Furthermore, through a clear and clever use of language, I will be able to better interact with others to build up healthy social network in boosting my future career. |