

It is sometimes categorized as a part of executive function, as a part of socioemotional competence, or as a part of learning competencies. Similarly, self-regulation has both cognitive and emotional dimensions. For example, different disciplines and researchers have categorized different general cognitive processes under the categorical term “executive function.” General cognitive processes also relate to learning competencies such as persistence and engagement. Indeed, it is essential to recognize that the domains shown in Figure 4-1 are not easily separable and that a case can be made for multiple different categorizations. The committee does not intend to present this as a single best set of terms or a single best categorical organization. To organize the discussion in this report, the committee elected to use the approach and overarching terms depicted in Figure 4-1. To learn something new every week, sign up here for the TED-Ed Newsletter.The domains of child development and early learning are discussed in different terms and categorized in different ways in the various fields and disciplines that are involved in research, practice, and policy related to children from birth through age 8.
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Watch the TED-Ed Lesson: How miscommunication happens (and how to avoid it): Say, “This is how I see the problem - but how do you see it?” Don’t assume that your perception is the objective truth that’ll help you work toward sharing a dialog with others to reach a common understanding, together. Elements of your experience, including your culture, community, and family influence how you see the world. Be open to what the other person might say.Ĥ: Be aware of your personal perceptual filters. In the rush to express ourselves, it’s easy to forget that communication is a two-way street. Remember that communication is more than just words.ģ: Take time to understand as you try to be understood. Engage actively with the verbal and nonverbal feedback of others, and adjust your message to facilitate greater understanding.Ģ: Listen with your eyes and ears, as well as with your gut. Luckily, these 4 simple practices can help us all navigate our daily interactions for better communication:ġ: Recognize that passive hearing and active listening are not the same. As each person touches the lump of clay, they shape it to fit their own unique perceptions based on any number of variables like knowledge or past experience, age, race, gender, ethnicity, religion, or family background. So, as the lump of clay goes back and forth from one person to another reworked, reshaped and always changing, it’s no wonder our messages sometimes turn into a mush of miscommunication. In that case, maybe communication is more like a game of catch with a lump of clay. Our perceptual filters continually shift meanings and interpretations. When communicating, one person expresses her interpretation of a message, and the person she’s communicating with hears his own interpretation of that message. Through the transaction, we create meaning together.īut, as humans, we can’t help but send and receive messages through our own subjective lenses. As we communicate our message, we receive feedback from the other party. It’s possible to think of communication between people as a game of catch. But the good news is that a basic understanding of what happens when we communicate can help us prevent miscommunication.

The fact is, human communication is incredibly complex. Have you ever talked with a friend about a problem, only to realize that they just don’t seem to grasp why the issue is so important to you? Have you ever presented an idea to a group, and it’s met with utter confusion? What’s going on here? Why does miscommunication occur so frequently, and how we can minimize frustration while expressing ourselves better? Below, Katherine Hampsten explains how to avoid miscommunication.
