Engagement |
Communication
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Collaboration
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Leadership
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Engaging in dialogue that leads to productive outcomes and points of connection by effectively articulating one’s
self to individuals within and outside of one’s industry or area of expertise.
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Developing authentic and mutually beneficial relationships
by valuing everyone and taking responsibility for one's role within a team |
Being able to recognize, respect, develop and capitalize on the unique
strengths of individuals from all backgrounds and being an active member in a group that achieves a shared vision.
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Level of Proficiency |
Description
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Awareness
theoretical knowledge
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• Recognizes the benefits and limitations of different communication methods
• Understands the importance of listening and composing clear messages that
include providing ideas and supporting information suitable to different
audiences and purposes
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Basic
limited experience
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• Verifies understanding of others’ perspectives and considers impact of different
communication methods
• Tailors communication to audience without losing sight of intended outcome
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Intermediate
practical application
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• Uses appropriate and emerging communication methods that foster dialogue and
productive outcomes
• Adapts messages, supporting information, and materials to others’ learning
styles, languages, cultural backgrounds, and levels of understanding
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Advanced
extensive experience and application
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• Creates comprehensive communication plans resulting in productive outcomes
and points of connection
• Anticipates others’ reactions and prepares for questions and counter-arguments
when presenting complex or sensitive information within and outside of one’s
industry or area of expertise
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Expert
recognized for mastery and attainment in all areas
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• Models inclusive communication and assists others in developing strategic
communication plans
• Seeks continual feedback to verify effectiveness and areas for improvement
without being defensive
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Level of Proficiency |
Description |
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Awareness
theoretical knowledge
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• Understands the process of building genuine relationships in a variety of settings
• Understands the characteristics that of a high-performing team and individuals can contribute to its success
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Basic
limited experience
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• Engages in conversation that contribute to genuine and mutually beneficial relationships
communication methods
• Contributes to a team-based initiative and observes how different teams function and value members
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Intermediate
practical application
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• Makes connnections with people unlike one's self and builds genuine relationships
productive outcomes
• Encourages others to contribute to a team and models effective team membership by valuing
others and meeting committments
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Advanced
extensive experience and application
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• Establishes a network of peers , faculty, staff, alumni and individuals across a broad spectrum
and leverages relationships in mutally beneficial ways
• Creates a positive and supportive team environment by assuming responsibility,
valuing others, and sharing relevant information or resources to help others
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Expert
recognized for mastery and attainment in all areas
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• Serves as a connector for individuals seeking to build networks and to learn how
to leverage networks in mutually beneficial ways
• Asks for advice on how to build and facilitate high-performing teams
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Level of Proficiency |
Description
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Awareness
theoretical knowledge
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• Acknowledges respecting and capitalizing on everyone’s unique strengths contributes to a
stronger society
• Understands leadership is about groups developing and working towards achieving a shared
vision
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Basic
limited experience
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•Observes how others recognize, respect, develop, and capitalize on the unique strengths of
individuals from all backgrounds
• Participates in groups where there is an opportunity to contribute achieving a shared vision
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Intermediate
practical application
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• Recognizes, respects, develops, and capitalizes on individuals’ unique strengths from all
backgrounds productive outcomes
• Encourages discussion where individuals can express different points of view to develop a
shared vision
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Advanced
extensive experience and application
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• Optimizes the unique strengths of individuals that creates inclusive and collaborative
environments
• Empowers others to achieve a shared vision and communicates group accomplishments to
stakeholders
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Expert
recognized for mastery and attainment in all areas
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• Capitalizes on the opportunity to connect individuals across disciplines to leverage strengths
• Serves as a conduit to assist groups in aligning objectives with broader organizational or
global objectives
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