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Lundi Nomlala
Department of Humanities and Creative Arts Education, Walter Sisulu University, South Africa
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Exploring the Significance of the Communication Skills Module on Student Teacher Professional Development Zenande Nonkula; Lundi Nomlala
Journal of Education and Teaching (JET) Vol 7 No 1 (2026): Januari 2026
Publisher : Fakultas Keguruan dan Ilmu Pendidikan, Universitas Muhammadiyah kendari

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.51454/jet.v7i1.716

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Effective communication skills are fundamental to teacher professionalism, directly influencing pedagogy, classroom dynamics, and collaborative practice. Within South Africa’s diverse, multilingual educational setting, dedicated communication training is critical. This study investigated the significance of the Communication Skills Module (CSM) in shaping student teachers' professional development, utilizing Bandura's Social Learning Theory and Habermas's Theory of Communicative Action as theoretical lenses. A qualitative case study design was employed, and thematic analysis was conducted on interview responses from student teachers at a South African university. Key findings revealed five critical dimensions where the CSM impacts teaching: effective lesson delivery, relationship-building, adaptability to diversity, fostering student engagement, and enhancing professional confidence. Participants consistently emphasized communication as an indispensable pedagogical tool and a core professional competency. The CSM bridges theoretical knowledge with practical classroom application in complex environments. This study provides empirical evidence of communication's multifaceted role and recommends integrating comprehensive, culturally responsive communication training into all teacher education curricula.
Co-Authors Zenande Nonkula