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Page 1: Title Page

  • Employability Skills

  • Textbook for Class XI

Page 2: Publication Details

  • Published by NCERT, not to be republished.

  • Date: 14-03-2019

Page 3: Copyright and Publication Information

  • Rights Reserved: No part of this publication may be reproduced without permission.

  • Detailed publication information regarding publication division and contact details.

Page 4: Foreword

  • Emphasizes integrating work and education into curriculum.

  • Work transforms knowledge into experience and promotes self-reliance and creativity.

  • Highlights Vocational Education and Training (VET) for skill acquisition and employment.

  • NCERT's contributions to develop employability skills infused in curriculum.

Page 5: Acknowledgements

  • NCERT acknowledges contributions from various educational and institutional members.

  • Special thanks to individuals and organizations supporting textbook development.

Page 6: About the Textbook

  • Employability skills are defined as essential soft skills for efficient job performance.

  • Importance of communication, self-management, ICT skills, entrepreneurial skills, and green skills.

  • Developed based on learning outcomes under the National Skill Qualification Framework.

Page 7: E-Learning Approach

  • The textbook provides a blended approach incorporating text and interactive e-learning lessons.

  • Requires classroom setup with a computer, projector, and sound system.

Page 8: Acknowledgements

  • Gratitude towards various contributors, educators, and institutions for their support.

Page 9: Acknowledgements Continued

  • Special thanks for illustrations and contributions from various education foundations.

Page 10: Contents Overview

  • Unit 1: Communication Skills

  • Unit 2: Self-management Skills

  • Unit 3: Information and Communication Technology Skills

  • Unit 4: Entrepreneurship Skills

  • Unit 5: Green Skills

Page 11: Communication Skills - Introduction

  • Define communication as sharing information for understanding.

  • Evolution of the term comes from the Latin word "commūnicāre."

Page 12: Importance of Communication

  • Essential for building relationships; includes speaking, writing, listening, and reading.

  • Effective communication involves informing, influencing, and expressing feelings.

Page 13: Elements of Communication

  • Communication involves giving and receiving information.

  • Perspectives affect communication, including fixed ideas leading to misconceptions.

Page 14: Factors Affecting Perspectives

Factor

How it Acts as a Barrier

Language

Misunderstandings due to incorrect words or lack of detail.

Visual Perception

Judging based on looks may lead to bias.

Past Experience

Previous experiences color perceptions and communication.

Prejudice

Fixed ideas may prevent open communication.

Feelings

Emotions like anger or sadness hinder clarity.

Environment

Noise disrupts effective communication.

Personal Factors

Personal thoughts and feelings hinder relate ability.

Culture

Different cultural signals can have varying meanings.

Page 15: 7Cs of Effective Communication

  • Clear: Messages should be straightforward.

  • Concise: Messages should be brief and to the point.

  • Concrete: Use exact words and facts.

  • Correct: Ensure proper grammar and spelling.

  • Coherent: Messages should connect and make sense.

  • Complete: All necessary information should be provided.

  • Courteous: Be friendly and respectful in communication.

Page 16: Active Learning Activities

  • Engage in role-playing exercises to practice communication.

  • Group exercises on communication barriers.

  • Discuss the 7Cs in practical scenarios.

Page 17: Communication Skills Assessment

  • Multiple choice questions assess understanding of communication principles.

Page 18: Verbal Communication Overview

  • Verbal communication defined as sharing information in words, critical for clarity.

  • Different types of verbal communication such as oral and written.

Page 19: Advantages and Disadvantages of Verbal Communication

  • Advantages: Quick, easy, dynamic.

  • Disadvantages: Confusion from ambiguity and misinterpretations.

Page 20: Public Speaking Techniques

  • Use of the 3Ps technique: Prepare, Practice, Perform.

  • Activities to help students practice public speaking.

Page 21: Non-verbal Communication

  • Non-verbal communication includes gestures and body language, which are crucial for context.

Page 22: Types of Non-verbal Communication

  • Facial Expressions: Indicative of feelings like happiness or sadness.

  • Gestures: Physical movements conveying meaning, e.g., waving.

  • Posture and Eye Contact: Reflect relationships and engagement in conversation.

Page 23: Practical Activities

  • Role-play scenarios for non-verbal interaction.

  • Observations on gesture and body language usage in real situations.

Page 24: Pronunciation Basics

  • Importance of clear pronunciation in effective communication.

  • Common terms and phonetics discussed.

Page 25: Effective Interaction

  • Strategies for effective verbal and non-verbal communication with feedback methods to improve.

Page 26: Writing Skills - Sentence Structure

  • Importance of constructing well-formed sentences with correct grammar.

Page 27: Sentence Types

  • Identify and write various sentence types: declarative, interrogative, exclamatory, and imperative.

Page 28: Greeting and Introductions

  • Appropriate greetings depended on context (formal vs informal).

Page 29: Engaging with Others

  • Importance of clarity in introductions and conversation starters.

Page 30: Family and Personal Descriptions

  • Discuss how to appropriately describe oneself and family in conversations.

Page 31-34: Summary of Sessions 1-11

  • Continue documenting communication skills, non-verbal cues, and practical applications.

Page 35-39: Teamwork and Leadership

  • Dynamics of effective teamwork and the role of communication and conflict resolution.

Page 40-55: Entrepreneurship Skills

  • Introducing key entrepreneurship concepts with descriptions of successful entrepreneurs and pitfalls.

Page 56-62: Green Skills

  • Discussing the importance of environmental awareness, sustainable practices, and community engagement.

Page 63-66: Conclusion and Summative Assessment

  • Self-assessment questions, summaries of lessons learned, and action items for future application in personal and professional contexts.

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