University of California, Irvine
Communication in the 21st Century Workplace
University of California, Irvine

Communication in the 21st Century Workplace

This course is part of Career Success Specialization

Diane Spiegel

Instructor: Diane Spiegel

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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
4.5

(3,887 reviews)

Beginner level
No prior experience required
Flexible schedule
1 week at 10 hours a week
Learn at your own pace
95%
Most learners liked this course

What you'll learn

  • Identify communication benefits across diverse work environments (in-person, virtual, hybrid).

  • Discuss effective techniques for communicating with a diverse workforce.

  • Differentiate communication preferences across five working generations.

  • Implement a flexing communication strategy for improved workplace team communication.

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There are 4 modules in this course

Welcome to Communication in the 21st Century Workplace! In this foundational module, you'll discover your unique communication style and preferences. Understanding how you 'show up' in the workplace is the first step to becoming a more effective communicator in our rapidly changing world. We'll explore how your energy, information intake, decision-making, and pace preferences shape your interactions. Through activities and knowledge checks, you'll reflect on individual styles and identify methods to enhance your communication. Focus on self-reflection to maximize your learning.

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1 video10 readings1 assignment1 discussion prompt

Welcome to this module! The 21st-century workplace is shaped by many factors, from technology to remote work and an increasingly diverse workforce. Here, you'll explore these communication change drivers, focusing on how changing demographics impact workplace communication. You'll learn to differentiate between working generations and identify communication benefits across various work environments. To succeed, consider how these global shifts affect your daily interactions.

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1 video6 readings1 assignment1 discussion prompt

In this module, you'll master the art of 'flexing communication' – tailoring your messages for clarity and impact. Building on your understanding of personal styles, you'll learn to adapt to others, fostering more effective communication and collaboration within your workplace team. Through discussion and knowledge checks, you'll implement a flexing communication strategy, recognize its benefits, and recall key improvement strategies. Practice adapting your messages to see immediate results.

What's included

1 video9 readings1 assignment1 discussion prompt

Discover the A.B.I.D.E. model, a powerful framework for clear, flexible communication and collaboration in the 21st century. This module introduces five key behaviors designed to provide ongoing support and guidance for your workplace communication. You'll discuss how specific A.B.I.D.E. elements can improve your current team's communication. In our final knowledge check, you'll name each element and articulate how this model enhances overall communication. Apply these behaviors to transform your team interactions.

What's included

1 video8 readings1 assignment1 discussion prompt

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