Communication skills is the success mantra of an individual in this globalized world, and there is a growing demand for these essential skills, which have branched into a wide variety of divisions and techniques. The meaning of a text can be communicated to the readers and listeners only through non-verbal signals. Both the oral and written styles attain perfection with the usage of non-verbal cues. The verbal sign (language) and the non-verbal cues together in the right proportion pave the way for a meaningful communication. Among the various factors determining the success of an effective communication, non-verbal cues play a vital role. Non-verbal signal operates at two levels. Non-verbal cues in writing involves the form of stylistic features like headings, titles, subheadings, photographs, captions, figures, graphs and bar charts, etc., whereas oral communication involves non-verbal signals like gestures, postures, facial expressions, pace, intensity, tone of voice and body language.

Communication skills is the success mantra of an individual in this globalized world and there is an increasing demand for these essential skills which have branched into a wide variety of divisions and techniques. The verbal (language) and the non-verbal (signs which are used to communicate without words) constitute communication skills. Communication skills were once associated with the success of certain professions like teaching, but currently these skills are more associated with the IT field and various other professions. This shift in learning communication skills further motivates the teachers to improve their communication skills and teaching style.

Traditionally, teachers were associated with the notion of `sole performer'. Earlier, a teacher addressed the class for hours, with the students as passive listeners. The modern method of teaching varies from the conventional way of teaching. The recent mode of teaching invites the students for active participation. Interactive sessions are more encouraged than one-way speech. The interest to take part in the discussions can be promoted among the students only through effective communication. A teacher who includes non-verbal cues in his/her teaching can easily involve the students in conversation. The class becomes more lively with the active participation of students.

Apart from the livelier sessions and active sharing of knowledge, the teacher's communication ability chisels the students for employability. Students actively take part in classroom activities. When the rapport is properly established, it lays naturally a smooth basis for the interaction. The gap between the students and the teachers can be bridged by the non-verbal cues which serve as a major component in strengthening communication skills.

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