Purposive Communication LESSON 3-5

advancements in digital technolog

paved the way to innovative modes and platforms of communication

World Englishes

he regionally distinct varieties of English that have arisen in parts of the world where there is a long and often colonial history of English being used in education, commerce and government

The goal of national or regional identity

People use a regional variety of English with its specific grammar, structure and vocabulary to affirm their own national or ethnic identity

The goal of intelligibility

Users of a regional variety should ideally still be readily understood by users of English everywhere else in the world to fully participate in the use of English as an international language

code-switching

using English and another language in the same statement

Multimodality

a fairly new concept in the general academic setting, but can be a very powerful tool in light of digital and multicultural communication

multimodal

a text or output that uses two or more communication modes to make meaning

semiotic resources

language, gestures, images

various modalities

visual, aural, somatic, etc.

interaction and integration

multimodality highlights the significance of what? in constructing a coherent text

paper

A multimodal text that consist of : (books, comics, posters, brochures)

digital

A multimodal text that consist of : (slide presentations, blogs, web pages, social media, animation, film, video games

live

A multimodal text that consist of : (performance or an event)

(performance or an event)

A multimodal text that consist of : (A story is told using multiple delivery channels through a combination of platforms, such as comics, film, and video games all working as part of the same story with the same message.)

e Golden Rule

treating others how you want to be treated is a good practice

New media

refer to highly interactive digital technology. These are very easily processed, stored, transformed, retrieved, hyper-linked, searched for, and accessed.

classification of new media

Blogs, Social media, Online newspaper, Virtual reality, Computer games

Computer-mediated communication (CMC)

Language in new media is sometimes referred to as, what?

Internet

largest area of language development we have seen in our lifetimes

type of discourse or computer-mediated communication can be described as:

Vernacular, Interpersonal, Spontaneous, Dialogical

Vernacular

uses language that is common to people regardless of age, social class, gender, or race

Respelling

resource whose use is subject to a variety of factors, including users' 'technoliteracy', their considerations of audience and purpose, and physical constraints of message production (for economy and text entry reduction).

Interpersonal

It is relationship-focused rather than subject-oriented. This can be explained by the number of Group Chats (GCs) a person has, and the number of individuals and GCs a person engages simultaneously.

Spontaneous

It is usually unplanned, unstructured, and sometimes impulsive.

Dialogical

It carries expectation of continuous exchange.

Brevity

concise and exact use of words in writing or speech.

Multimodality

This refers to the layering of different digital media

Ideologically-motivated.

New media is inherently ideological, especially in terms of their political-economies of access and control.

communication planning

involves defining the types of information you will deliver, who are the intended recipients of that information, the format for communicating it, and the timing of its release and distribution.

effective oral communication skill

takes the top place among the business skills needed in the company for its quality performance

team communication

issue that consist of : s (1) losing trust with others, (2) poor cooperation among team members, and sometimes (3) the disapproval or disrespect from colleagues or immediate superior

communication challenges

The terms refer to the problem when the manager does not provide feedback or coaching. If there is no feedback, it means there is no communication.

Failure to Listen

Ineffective listening is a big problem in communication. Good communication fails when one doesn't pay much attention or plan what to say before one ends his statement

Culture Differences

the diversity of backgrounds and cultural customs create communication issues among team members and leaders. People would just love to stay along with people of the same background. Hence, leaders face challenges of grouping and team communication hurdles

Locale or Distance to Office

The office location or its distance to its employees or contributors entails problem in the communication

Ego and Attitude

Self-image or ego often affects team's effort to execute plans. One's arrogance causes trouble, and more often, teamwork ends due to one's defiance. Arrogant team member could not accept the fact that he contributes to team's problem

Authority or Hierarchy Problems.

The authority that the team leader or manger demonstrates more often creates intimidation or gap with team members. They become shy and hesitant to approach or talk to their manager for authority being shown doesn't create friendly atmosphere.

Poorly Written Communication

the confusion or misunderstanding of in interoffice business communication is due to poor content of written documents, substandard organization, fractured grammar, among other flaws in written interoffice materials

Gender Bias

The choice of which gender makes a more effective leader in the department

Focus or Listening Problems

Inability of employees to focus on the issue is equivalent to listening problems.

Inadequate Knowledge

Little knowledge is dangerous. Hence, team performance is affected due to ineffective education or lack of understanding or other inadequate knowledge foundation.

Cliques, Groups and Friendships

Group membership or group affiliation or exclusive grouping of team members can sometimes create segregation.

cover letter

persuade your reader to consider reading your resumé

CV or Résumé

describes your education, competence, and experience. It defines what kind of applicant you are for the job. It determines if you are the right person for the job.

differences between CVs and resumés

the length, the purpose, and the layout

Business letters

e formal letters used for business-to-business, business-to-client, or clientto-business correspondence.

netiquette

The term refers to THE right manner or protocol for communication on the Internet

memos

are one of the most adaptable document forms used in professional settings. They are usually used for asking and giving information, company policy, business reports and proposals.

Letters

are written communications usually sent to intended recipients that are outside the organization. They are usually printed on letterhead paper bearing the business name, address and contact numbers.

Email

very useful for messages for personal or business purposes. It contains slightly more content than a text message. In more established companies, they prefer to use with fairly brief messages for efficient and effective communication.