2128124, 214 AM Ennancing Soft Skis and Personally -- Unit 4 - Week 1 Assessment suby a SB x Lswayam a (https://swayam.gov.in) ®@ (htipsstswayam.gov.ininc_detailsINPTEL) rahul.pg23@nsut.ac.in NPTEL (https://swayam.gov.in/explorer?ncCode=NPTEL) » Enhancing Soft Skills and Personality (course) Thank you for taking the Week 01,Assignment 01. Italready registered, click to check your payment status Week 01: Assignment 01 Your last recorded submission was on 2024-02-26, 02:14 Due date: 2024-02-28, 23:59 IST. Ist Questions 1 to 10 are Multiple Select Questions where more than one answers are correct. thas Partial marking and hence carefully select the answer choices. Goures ForEsanpe coe 1 an cha 2a cnet uo cnet and you set ban coke outline 1 and choice 2, you will get full marks. About marks. NPTEL () Ifyou select choice 1 and choice 3 or choice 1 and choice 4, you will not get any marks. Wyse ie 2 ard 8 he 2 and & yo wl ot ey ae How dows an NPTEL 1) From the list of people below, identify the ones with Soft Skills. 1 point Priya displays confidence in her abilities, enthusiastically taking on new challenges and work? () inspiring her team to believe in thei collective success. Ciaarush consistently interupts others during conversations, displaying a lack of courtesy Week 0 () Ananya showcases flexibly by adapting to changes in project requirements and incorporating feedback from her superior. Week 10 Cammita frequently talks loudly on her phone in public spaces, disregarding those around @ Lecture 1 her. InTRODUCTI Rohit known for his friendliness and approachabity, creating a welcoming atmosphere ‘ON: Highlights where the team members feel comfortable expressing their ideas and concerns. of Developing Rajesh displays high emotional ineligence by understanding and empathising with the 2a tnt? feelings of others, creating a positive and supportive environment. unit=17&less0 3) 2) Identity the real benefits of leaming Soft Skis from the options below. 4 point © Lecture 2: Soft Sls play a significant role in helping individuals achieve professional excellence. nTRopUCT! DLeaming Soft Skils does not have any benefits. ON: Highiiohts of Developing hitpsionlinecourses:npteacininoc24_hs26/unit7unit=178assessment=140 192128124, 2:14 AM SS Course-25- Assessmentiaybmitted x Unit=17&lesso 9) @ Lecture 3: MIND-SET Definitions and Types (unit? Unit=178lesso 0) @ Lecture 4: MIND-SET-2: Learning Mindsets (unite unit 17Blesso 1) @ Lecture 5: MIND-SET-3: Secrets of Developing Growth Mindsets (unit? Unit=178lesso 2) @ Week 01 Lecture Notes (unit? Unit=17&Iesso 44) © Quiz: Week ot: Assignment a (assessment? name=140) Feedback for Week 1 (unit? Unit=17&lesso 3) Week 2 () Text Transcripts () DOWNLOAD VIDEOS () Books () Ennancing Soft Skils and Personally -- Unit 4- Week 1 [2 Aiong with technical competence, one's personality and Soft Skills contribute significantly to being a good team player. Ciiryou learn Soft Skis, you can easily mpress and cheat people for money. The only purpose of learning Soft Skis and obtaining a certificate is because it can be added to one's CV. Ost skis can be used effectively to manipulate and misguide people. 3) Raghav was in his school, and he was constantly asking his father to buy him a new 7 point phone 80 that he could watcn lectures oniine. His father, being a humble farmer, gradually saved some money and bought a phone for Raghav. After a few weeks, Raghav started using his phone to play games, use Instagram, and always tlk to his tiends. Slowly, as his soreen time increased, his conversation and involvement with his family members decreased. As a student who has completed the first week ofthe course “Enhancing Soft Skills and Personality" what suggestions would you give him to get out ofthe mobile phone addiction and regain the art of communication? Priortise caring for your family by actively engaging in face-to-face conversations, shared meals, and qualty time together instead of playing the same old games, downoad new games and explore the variety of availabe options tis better to buy a flagship phone with top specifications on your own money, so you don't have to obey your parents. Cstop taking to parents, mave out of the home, and stay wit friends who are supportive of using mobile phones all the time Make it a point to let the parents know that it's your life and that whatever you do is your decision, not theirs. ‘Set limits on mobile usage during family time; this will create more intentional conversations and help regain genuine connections. 4) What are the five cardinal principles of Soft Skills and Personality Development? 1 point Planning Preparedness Porsuasiveness Presentabilty OPiayfuness Perseverance 5) Punith and Muthu were close hostel friends. When they went to have dinner in their 1 point canteen, they saw a half-filed glass on the table and started engaging in a lively debate, Punith ‘was upset and disappointed at the unfulfilled portion as he noticed the glass was half empty. But Muthu was happy because the glass was half full instead of being entirely empty. What does this situation talk about the mindset of Punith and Muthu? Punith expresses a negative attitude and has a Fixed Mindset. CMuthu expresses a negative attitude and has a Fixed Mindset. CoPunith has a positive attitude and a Growth Mindset. Ci) Muthu has succumbed to the stereotypes of society. bitpsionlinecourses.nptelac.ininoc24_hs26/unit7anit=178assessment=140 292128124, 2:14 AM Ennancing Soft Skils and Personally -- Unit 4- Week 1 ndecsmment eubmtted CPunith has overcome the stereotypes of society. x Mutha nas a postive attitude and a Growth Mindset 6) From the list of people below, identify those with Fixed Mindsets. 1 point Abdul maintains an optimistic outlook during hard Umes, seeing challenges as opportunities for personal and professional growth Ci advika embraces a leaming mindset despite facing a setback, eagerly sacking now skis and knowledge to navigate dficut situations. Abhimanyu is very resient ashe continuously pushes himself out of his comfort zone to discover fresh perspectives and solutions. Bhavna usually avoids challenges and constantly chooses familia tasks, as she is reluctant to step out of her comfort zone and explore new opportunites for growth. [2 Aadhi aways resists changes in his life and feels uneasy and frustrated when faced with atterations. Brinda never accepts crtcism and always becomes defensive rather than embracing constructive feedback as a tool for personal development. 7) Consider that you are invited to deliver a guest lecture on Growth Mindset. Assume 1 point that after your lecture, one of the students asked you to tell a few points to develop a Growth Mindset. What would be your answers? Believe that intellect can be grown with regular practice, putin some extra effor, and work hard to learn the subject you think i alifcult to master. Perceive that challenges are because of your inability to handle a situation and, hence, slop gelling out of your comfort zone GZ Aiways be ready to take risks instead of trying to feel safe in your familar surroundings. Rather than embracing effort and learning from mistakes, you must believe that inteligence is fixed and unchangeable Din case of ercism, never accept t and always retaliate because cricisms are always aiven by people who are jealous of your growth, Ifyou are faced with failure, instead of thinking oft asthe end of your journey, consider it a learning experience and try again unl you reach the goal 8) From the list of quotes/proverbs below, identity those that talk about the possibilty off point ‘overcoming hindrances and exposing the power of a Growth Mindset. Success is not final failura isnot fata: It isthe courage to continue that counts.” O-Accept the things to which fate binds you “Obstacles do not have to stop you. If you run into a wall, do not turn around and give up. Figure out how to climb, go through, or work around it.” CO*All human evil comes from a single cause, man’s inability to sit still in a room.” ‘Success is no accident. It is hard work, perseverance, leaming, studying, sacrifice, and most of all, love of what you are doing of learning to do.” No matter what you do in tf, there will be suffering.” 9) What are the important reasons to have constructive, critical people around us? 1 point bitpsionlinecourses.nptelac.ininoc24_hs26/unit7anit=178assessment=140 392128124, 2:14 AM Assessment submitted, x Ennancing Soft Skils and Personally -- Unit 4- Week 1 For an individuals personality to grow, itis important to have trustworthy people to give constructive crtcism about our misgivings and mistakes. if one does not allow peopl to crtcise and only receives praise, there will not be growth but only stagnancy. engaging with ertical individuals can be emotionally exhausting, as ther negativity and constant crcism may drain one's energy. Cinteracting with ertical people may decrease sett-esteem, as their consistent crtcsm can make one doubt one's abilties and worth, Regular exposure to erica remarks can lead to heightened stress and anxiety levels, affecting both your mental and physical health overtime. Ccetical people may downplay your achievements, making it dificult for you to celebrate successes and recognise your own accomplishments. 410) Choosing a favourable environment to work in or study is one of the most important 1 point decisions for the growth of an individual. From the options given below, identify the people who are experiencing the benefit of feeling a sense of belongingness with their surroundings. Varsha finds fufiment and happiness in her studies because of her strong sense of belongingness with her classmates, where everyone's unique strengths are appreciated Ovikram, unable to find common ground with his team, experiences a persistent feeling of isolation, making it tough for him to cope with the dally challenges of the work environment. Cobh faces citcuty in establishing meaningful connections with her colleagues, leading to alack of bonding and a sense of alienation inthe workplace Cabheer, despite working for an extended period, feels ke an outsider in his team, finding it lffcut to share his ideas or participate in casual conversations, hindering his overall ob satisfaction 2 Advikis satisfied with his work because of the collaborative and friendly colleagues who create a positive work environment where he feels a deep sense of belonging Girish is genuinely happy tobe part ofthe cricket team because ofits Inclusive culture and mutual respect among players, which makes him feel at home. 11) Deviis a graduate who just landed her first job at a reputable company. On her first 1 point day, she is introduced to her team. One individual among the colleagues captures her attention, His name is Abhiram, Everyone likes him and goes to him in case of conflict or problem because he respects everyone despite their differences. He is humble and polite when approaching people, and most of all, he usually forgives people and motivates them to rectly their mistakes. Why do you think Abhiram Is the most preferred person? @ Abhiram has mastered Soft Skils and effective communication © Abhiram’s violent behaviour creates a harmful environment, negatively impacting the wel being of those around him (© Respect for personal boundaries is crucial in elatonships, but Abhiram finds establishing or maintaining such boundaries challenging © Ahram neglects personal hygiene and sel-care practice, contributing to his overall physical appeal O Dishonesty in communication strains relationships, and Abhiram is one of the most dishonest people. bitpsionlinecourses.nptlac.ininoc24_hs26/unit7anit=178assessment=140 492128124, 2:14 AM Assessment submitted, x Ennancing Soft Skils and Personally -- Unit 4- Week 1 CAbhiram is a person who constantly worries and creates anxiety forthe people who are around him, 12) Amish is interviewing candidates for the post of software engineer, and he interacts 1 point with many people from top institutions around the world. One of the interviewees, Neha from Harvard, had 99.5% marks. She is the perfect candidate with all the professional skills as she exhibited enormous technical knowledge, but when she is selected, she starts behaving rudely with her colleagues. After repeated complaints from her colleagues, Amish fired Neha, and he refrained from recommending her to other companies, What does this scenario imply? O Certain ros require high technical proficiency, such as programming, engineering, or data analysis, where specific technical skls are fundamental to the job. Neha did not possess any of the technical skis © Despite possessing hard ski, itis important for an individual to develop Sot Skills so that they can communicate and work effectively with people around them O tn highly technical industries lke IT, engineering, or healthcare, companies may prioritise candidates with a strong technical background to mest industry standards and regulations, which Neha lacked, ONeha did not know how to convey her ideas to her colleagues. Falling to provide clear and concise responses may indicate a struggle to organise thoughls or an inadequate understanding ofthe subject matter. ONeha did not have any idea about her work and what she had to do. So, Amish was disappointed because insufficient knowedge about the company of role led her to give vague responses, suggesting lack of interest or commitment to understanding the organisation's needs (O Neha was always prepared poly to respond to professional meetings. 13) From the options given below, why is it necessary for an individual to leam effective 1 point communication? © ve to technological advancements, human interaction is less important in both personal and professional ite, and hence, effective communication skils may be less crucial, as, technology can handle complex relationships, conflict resolution, and information conveyance adequately through various communication media. O The effort and practice required to enhance communication skis will not yield substantial benef, so effective communication skis might not always help with improved interactions, collaboration, oF relationships. © Communication is a complex interactive process involving shared assumptions and unspoken agreements; hence, without effective communication, there isa risk of miscommunication while sharing important information. O inthis modem world, unique human qualties such as effective communication, empathy, and creativity are replaceable and not essential for a professional and personal fe C kffectve communication is overrated because even poor articulation or ambiguity in language can be easily understood © Communicating without providing sufficient context can resultin confusion, as recipients may struggle to grasp the significance or relevance ofthe information being conveyed However, such problems are not an issue because one can easily use technology to rectify them and need not care about effective communication bitpsionlinecourses.nptelac.ininoc24_hs26/unit7anit=178assessment=140 592128124, 2:14 AM Ennancing Soft Skils and Personally -- Unit 4- Week 1 14) From the options below, identity the most appropriate sentence pertaining to point Assessment submitted. nonverbal communication. x © Non-verbal communication is relevant and does not pay a significant role in conveying messages, © Facial expressions, body language, and gestures have no impact on how others perceive you O Maintaining eye contact during a conversation is considered disrespectful and invasive. © Non-verbal communication is communication without words; it complements or cartes, the verbal meaning if used appropratoy. O The tone of voice does nat afect a message's emotional undertones. © Using inappropriate facial expressions in professional settings is a sign of confidence. 16) What is the most desirable type of mindset? 1 point © constantly thinking that one wil fail and that there is no way to overcome the obstacle Believing that there is no way to improve oneself and that fate has already decided what one person will grow up tobe © succumbing to society's standards and believing that an individual cannot create @ unique personality O Aways waiting for someone else's help instead of taking responsibility and relying on oneselt @ Having a mindset that accepts constructive crtcism and positive responses with humbleness from the people around you OAmindset that brings in poor results and appears to be harmful tothe people around 16)Read the passage and identify its implication: Raj was rude and unhelpful because 1 point his friend once cheated him. He was hurrying home from the office for his daughter's birthday celebration one day. But he realised that he had lost his wallet and did not have the money to take the bus. When Raj seemed very sad about the situation, a stranger gave him money and helped him reach home on time. Raj’s perspective of life underwent a radical shift after this incident, where an unexpected display of kindness inspired him to prioritise love and empathy, reshaping the way he perceived the world Omindset is solely determines by genetics; you'te bom with elther a postive or negative mindset. © Reading a single selt-help book wl instantly transform your mindset O Mindset development is only relevant in professional settings, not in personal life. © once you've developed a mindset, it remains fixed and unchangeable throughout Ife. (O Watching motivational videos isthe only way to develop a growth mindset. @ People's perceptions, opinions, and ideas are formed from their previous experiences, and hence, as individuals, we must ensure that we spread positivity tothe people around us 50 that they will also grow as individuals with posive mindsets 17)Read the passage and identify its implication from the options below: Arjun was 4 point ‘once considered boring because he usually avoids challenges and runs away from difficult tasks. He believed that it was impossible for him to be adventurous because such a mindset is genetically inherited. But one day, motivated by a desire for personality improvement, he takes bitpsionlinecourses.nptelac.ininoc24_hs26/unit7anit=178assessment=140 692128124, 2:14 AM Ennancing Soft Skils and Personally -- Unit 4- Week 1 the initiative to engage actively in new experiences, Rather than remaining within his comfort zone, he willingly embraced unfamiliar situations, exposing himself to different perspectives, cultures, and challenges. This intentional exploration helped him foster personal growth, cultivate adaptability, and an enriched mindset. Assessment submitted, x © One's mind is adaptable to new challenges, so it is possible to change the fixed mindset by starting with small new challenges and constantly reforming established belief systems. mindset developments predetermined at birth; individuals cannot ater their inherent way of thinking © Personal experiences and challenges have no impact on shaping or evolving one's mindset. © Once you reach a certain age, the possibility of changing your mindset diminishes significantly O intelectual ablites are fixed, and mindset development is beyond individual control O Mindset development is reserved for a select few; most individuals are incapable of change 18)A statement like “i's too tough for me, | cannot do itis a trait of people with 1 point mindset? O Growth @Fixea O Flexible OFwid O Transparent OEasy 19) Read the following passage and identity its implication: 1 point ‘Aman, a talented and passionate artist from a poor background, found himself facing discouragement from pursuing his love for art. His classmates stereotyped him in order to restrict, his aspirations by saying that he belonged to a particular community, which is historically considered to be foolish because of their religious principles. Further, he was belitled for his parents’ occupation and for residing in a poor neighbourhood. Despite these challenges, Aman's determination and resilience pushed him to challenge these societal norms and pursue his passion against all odds. © choosing friends based solely on stereatypes limits the opportunity to build averse and meaningful relationships, O Refusing to consider alternative perspectives because of stereotypes is the right way towards personel growth, @ Wee all should be like Aman, who developed a growth mindset and succeeded in overcoming the negative societal stereotypes based on caste, religion, parent's occupation, poor neighbourhood, and poverty. O Judging a person's abilities solely by their cultural background is one of the ways to motivate them towards their aspirations in if. © Choosing not to engage with diverse cultures because of stereotypes helps one towards personal growth and develops empathy. Assigning specific personaly traits to individuals based on thelr race is very helpful as it wil motivate thom to their opimal functioning potential bitpsionlinecourses.nptelac.ininoc24_hs26/unit7anit=178assessment=140 792128124, 2:14 AM Ennancing Soft Skils and Personally -- Unit 4- Week 1 Assessment submitted, 20) According to Steele and Aronson, what is a “stereotype threat"? 1 point x > O Stereotype threat is a statement that is always an accurate representation of different groups of people O stereotype threatis a statement thats always an accurate representation of diferent groups of people. CO stereotype threat refers to how the stereotype is postive and does not affect the way individuals ae treated in society because people are judged solely on their mes © Stereotype threat refers to being at risk of confirming, as a self-characteristic, a negative stereotype about one’s social group. CO stereotype threats are cultural stereatypes that members of those cutures always appreciate as respectful portrayals. CO Stereotype threat is an effective and unbiased way to navigate a averse and multicultural society, 21) Soft Skills comprise pleasant and appealing personality traits such as selt- 1 point confidence, positive attitude, and emotional intelligence. OTe O False 22) A few of the reasons why people fear public activities ike delivering a presentation 1 point are fear of humiliation, unfamiliarity, and the anxiety of unexpected reactions from the audience. @tme OFalse 23) A'mindset' is possessed only by successful people; not everyone can have a 1 point mindset, OTe False 24) People with a Growth Mindset betiove that one cannot grow at all and succumbs to 1 point the judgement of society. Otne @False 25) It is proven that the environment and sense of belonging are important for the 1 point healthy functioning of an individual @twe O False ‘You may submit any number of times before the due date. The final submission will be considered for grading. ‘Submit Answers bitpsionlinecourses.nptelac.ininoc24_hs26/unit7anit=178assessment=140 892128124, 2:14 AM Ennancing Soft Skils and Personally -- Unit 4- Week 1 Assessment submitted, x bitpsionlinecourses.nptelac.ininoc24_hs26/unit7anit=178assessment=140 9