Communication Skills

Encourage your Sports Leaders to:

Present information visually.
Use alternative implements or colours instead of a whistle, for example Boccia refereeing is non-verbal and uses coloured paddles to officiate.
Use a buddy to support with communication.
Use symbols for example Makaton, Signing or PECS (Picture Exchange Communication System).
Utilise a communication skill relevant to them.

Some thoughts:

Am I trying to teach my Sports Leaders to use communication methods that they are not used to or comfortable with?
If I have learners who use sign language, could they teach other leaders sign language?
Could I use a sound system to support communication?
How many different methods of communication could I employ in order to create an environment where these methods are acceptable within the group?
Could I be more creative to support my Sports Leaders favoured communication methods, for example producing flash cards?

The games below could help you utilise different communication skills:

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