Communicating verbally

The Oral Communication competency describes whether you can convey ideas and information to others in a clear and understandable way, taking into account the level of understanding and knowledge of the interlocutor(s). An example of a question that belongs to this competence is "I tell in a clear and coherent way".

Development tips

• Prepare working groups and presentations well. Decide in advance what it will be about and what message you want to convey.
• Stop talking when you get stuck in your story. Calmly think about what you want to say before you continue.
• Make sure your story connects with your audience.
• Tailor your language and speaking pace to your audience. Use intonation and pauses when speaking.
• Check whether your conversation partner/audience has understood the message.
• When someone has not understood something, explain it in a different way.
• Be concrete and use appropriate examples if you want to make something clear.
• Regularly give a presentation or make sure you get your turn in a working group. Ask for feedback on that.