Skills in Action Modules 6 - 12
Tools for Work and Life
Skills are the practical tools we need for learning, work and life. Shaped by key mindsets and driven by critical thinking, Humber’s SKILLS IN ACTION ensure graduates have the tools to be career-ready citizens.
Upon completion of each module, you will receive your digital certificate. Earn all twelve to show a potential employer your high employability factor.
Module 6
Collaboration
Collaboration skills enable individuals to work with others effectively to achieve a common goal.
- active listening
- conflict resolution
- emotional intelligence
- goal-setting
- individual accountability
- self-regulation
Estimated Time Commitment: 60 Minutes
Interactive Learning Experience
Assessments: Knowledge and Quiz-Based
Module 7
Communication
Communication skills enable individuals to convey information effectively.
Communication is:
- clarity & conciseness
- credibility & integrity
- purpose & audience
- tone & medium
Estimated Time Commitment: 60 Minutes
Interactive Learning Experience
Assessments: Knowledge and Quiz-Based
Module 8
Digital Fluency
Digital fluency skills enable individuals to use and adapt to digital tools, manage information, conduct research and create and communicate effectively and ethically in digital spaces.
Digital fluency is:
- data analytics
- ethics & security
- information management
- multi-platform competency
- new media literacy
- online professionalism
Estimated Time Commitment: 60 Minutes
Interactive Learning Experience
Assessments: Knowledge and Quiz-Based
Module 9
Innovation
Innovation skills enable individuals to think creatively and critically to generate new and unconventional ideas.
Innovation is:
- curiosity
- design thinking
- entrepreneurialism
- targeted creativity
- vision
Estimated Time Commitment: 60 Minutes
Interactive Learning Experience
Assessments: Knowledge and Quiz-Based
Module 10
Leadership
Leadership skills enable individuals to inspire, motivate and empower others to achieve positive, common goals.
Leadership is:
- coaching & mentoring
- empowerment of others
- being a positive influencer
- role-modelling
- vision
- working in diversity
Estimated Time Commitment: 60 Minutes
Interactive Learning Experience
Assessments: Knowledge and Quiz-Based
Module 11
Professionalism
Professionalism enables an individual to exhibit behaviour and actions that enhance personal reputation and contribute positively to success in the workplace.
Professionalism is:
- accountability
- adaptability
- confidence
- ethics & responsibility
- field/industry readiness
- resilience
- resourcefulness
Estimated Time Commitment: 60 Minutes
Interactive Learning Experience
Assessments: Knowledge and Quiz-Based
Module 12
Strategic Problem-Solving
Strategic problem-solving skills enable an individual to predict and define a problem, and to determine the best approach to achieving a solution.
Strategic problem-solving is:
- applying knowledge, skills and prior experience
- critical judgement
- context awareness
- effective decision-making
- evaluation of solutions
- pre-emptive evaluation
Estimated Time Commitment: 60 Minutes
Interactive Learning Experience
Assessments: Knowledge and Quiz-Based
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