CPS 002: COMMUNICATION SKILLS AND REPORT WRITING

Course Title: CPS 002: Communication Skills and Report Writing

Course Code: CPS 002
Level: Certificate

Delivery Mode: Online LMS Module

Duration: 13 Weeks

Credit Hours: 3 Credit Hours

COURSE DESCRIPTION

This course introduces learners to the fundamental principles and practices of communication, study skills, academic writing, and report writing. It equips learners with essential listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills required for academic success, workplace effectiveness, and community development practice. The course further introduces learners to project data collection methods, citation and referencing techniques, and the preparation of simple project reports. Through practical exercises and real-life applications, learners develop competencies necessary for effective communication in academic, social, and professional settings.

COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES

By the end of this course, learners should be able to:

  • Explain the meaning, importance, types, and processes of communication.
  • Demonstrate effective listening, speaking, reading, and study skills.
  • Apply appropriate writing skills in academic and professional contexts.
  • Prepare summaries, essays, official correspondence, and professional communication documents.
  • Apply basic citation and referencing techniques in academic writing.
  • Utilize simple qualitative and quantitative data collection methods.
  • Prepare and present simple project reports using appropriate report-writing formats.

TEACHING AND LEARNING METHODS

  • Online lectures
  • Guided reading activities
  • Discussion forums
  • Practical writing exercises
  • Case studies
  • Individual assignments
  • Student presentations
  • Project-based learning activities

SUMMATIVE ASSESSMENT

  • End of Semester Examination – 60%

FORMATIVE ASSESSMENT

  • Continuous Assessment Tests (CATs) – 10%
  • Assignments and Practical Exercises – 10%
  • Project Report Writing Assignment – 20%

INSTRUCTOR

Fatha Aden Abdirahman

COURSE DEVELOPER/CREATOR

Fatha Aden Abdirahman

FACILITATOR'S PROFILE

My name is Fatha Aden Abdirahman, and I am your course instructor for Communication Skills and Report Writing.

I am a lecturer at Garissa University with academic training in Education, Community Development, Peace and Conflict Studies, and Social Sciences. I hold a Bachelor of Education (Arts) and a Master’s Degree, and I am a professionally trained teacher with extensive experience in teaching, research, community engagement, and academic mentorship.

Throughout this course, I look forward to guiding you in developing effective communication, study, writing, and report-writing skills that are essential for academic achievement, workplace success, and community development practice. Together, we will engage in interactive learning activities, practical exercises, discussions, and real-world applications to strengthen your communication competencies.