Beyond learning to communicate about science, many students need to develop informal communication skills in general, such as the ability to express themselves clearly and understand others' responses. You can help them develop these other skills in the context of many learning activities. Developing Skills as an Undergraduate Planning and organization.
Many undergraduates have little experience in organizing tasks and making good use of time.
You can help them acquire this skill, beginning with simple scheduling. Use mentoring appointments as a framework. Clear writing is essential to most careers, especially those in administration and management. Engage your students in writing tasks and emphasize its importance. There are many resources that can help you do this.