<![CDATA[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.]]>
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