This session reminds participants that the ability to communicate effectively is one of the most critical skills a leader can possess. Exercises are provided for participants to practice and develop their communication skills. Participants reflect upon and discuss community leaders in action. The instructional approach is hands-on and experiential, with individual, small group, and large group activities. This methodology provides opportunities for considerable group interaction leading to self-reflective learning.
Instruction is peer-influenced, rather than instructor directed.
Assignments between sessions allow practice of skills. The University of Georgia Fanning Institute has extensive experience in offering instructor preparation sessions for community instructors. Workshops on teaching the Leadership PLUS curriculum can be arranged by request. The Leadership PLUS Instructor Guide provides an overview of material contained in the Participant Workbook and guidelines to use in teaching each unit. Individuals and organizations interested in establishing programs in their communities are invited to contact the Fanning Institute.