Developing Social Skills: A Learning Resource Manual for Trainers and Educators Working in Non-traditional Learning Environments

Specially developed for use in non-traditional learning environments, this resource aims to help adult and young learners consider their personal development and help them to develop their life skills.The text should prove especially useful for working in justice, welfare and community settings. Structured in ways that should encourage reflection and change, these learning activities are organized to help the user draw up a customized menu of activities for individuals or groups. Ideas are provided for working on: identifying and managing stress; managing change and crisis situations; developing learning skills; developing an understanding of the workplace and workplace skills; applying numerical skills; applying communication skills; managing time and money; identifying personal and transferable skills; developing personal support networks; food and nutrition; exercise and hygiene; postive attitudes; DIY - improving your home, your appearence and your chances.