SOCIAL SKILLS AMONG STUDENTS

Prepared by: SUNDEEP KUMAR MBA(II)-A 009

Table of contents:
1. Introduction 2. Why do we need social skills? 3. How do you know you need to improve social skills? 4. Processes underlying social skills 5. Advantages of social skills 6. Training methods 7. Conclusion

Introduction
A social skill is any skill facilitating interaction and communication. We use these skills to communicate with each other, both verbally and non-verbally, through gestures, body language and image. Social skills are more than manners. They are the basic attitudes and tools needed for getting along with other people. They include: Showing interest in others Giving and receiving Asserting our needs and rights in appropriate ways Showing consideration and sympathy Communicating effectively We are not born with these skills. Learning how to get along with others is a process that begins at birth and continues throughout life

Why do we need social skills?

Social Skills are the foundation for getting along with others. A lack of Social Skills can lead to:
Behavioural difficulties in society Inattentiveness Difficulty in making friends Aggressiveness Academic failures, concentration difficulties Feelings of isolation, loneliness, rejection, and poor self-esteem

How do you know you need to improve social skills? Consider yourself a shy person. Wish that you had more friends but don't know how to go about making them. Often feel uncomfortable with other people. Find it hard to know what to say sometimes. Think of yourself as a 'loner'. Sometimes feel like there's nobody to turn to when you need support.

Processes underlying social changes

Social intake noticing and understanding other peoples speech, vocal inflection, body language, eye contact, and even cultural behaviours. Internal process interpreting what others communicate to you as well as recognizing and managing your own emotions and reactions. Social output how a person communicates with and reacts to others, through speech, gestures, and body language..

Advantages of social skills

1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Better communication Greater efficiency Advancing career prospects More & better relationships Increased overall happiness

Training methods
1. Role-playing 2. Warm-up exercise 3. Homework assignments 4. Instructions 5. Reinforcement

Conclusion
Adequate social skills make life easier and more enjoyable. Good interpersonal skills, an active social approach and a sense of community and involvement can equip students with the personal resources necessary in making the transition to everyday work and the competitive world of career-making.

Thank you!