Learning on Pathways
Toastmaster Sally Jones welcomed two returning guests, Nathan Garnett and Jeanne Resin. The meeting was totally informational about the new Pathways Program which is going to replace the current educational program. Our official Pathway Guide and guest speaker was Sharon Port, member of Land of Sky Toastmasters and former Area 1 Director. Sharon gave us an overview of the program, it’s contents and how we can get started. The program is projected to allow more flexibility to members because it is self paced. There are five competencies. Four of the five can be taught and include Public Speaking, Interpersonal Communication, Strategic Leadership, and Management. The fifth competency is Confidence which is a result of the other four being achieved. There are five levels and 59 projects in all. The curriculum is most accessible and available on line. There are numerous tutorials on line that are not available in hard copy format. The hard copy format is available for an added $25 charg