Communication

Learning Outcomes

• Define communication and explain its importance in daily life.

• Identify different forms and types of communication (verbal, non-verbal, written).

• Understand the role of effective communication in conveying messages.

• Explain the nature of language.

• Relate personal experiences with the presented input.

Communication Definition

• Communication: The art of transmitting information using symbols (words, pictures, figures, and graphs).

Classifications of Communication

Verbal Communication

• Producing sounds and uttered words from spoken language.

Non-verbal Communication

• Involves body movements and facial expressions that provide implications.

Types of Communication

Intrapersonal Communication

• Communication with oneself (no other person involved).

Interpersonal Communication

• Communication with others (one or more persons involved).

Forms of Communication

1. Facial expressions

2. Body movements/gestures

3. Signals

4. Smoke signs

5. Marks on papers

6. Electric dots and dashes

7. Nods/nodding

8. Shrugs/shrugging

9. Visual caricatures

10. Meetings

11. Reciting poetry

12. Storytelling

13. Grabbing a bus

14. Surfing the internet

15. Typing on a laptop

16. Chatting with a friend

Enrichment Activity

• Write N for non-verbal and V for verbal:

  • Silent prayer in bed (N)

  • Voice in TV program (V)

  • Whispering with a seatmate (N)

  • Giving lectures in class (V)

  • Waving a hand to someone (N)

  • Traffic enforcers on the street (N)

  • Listening to music (N)

What is Language?

• A God-given gift to humans.

• Defined by rules (grammar), sound system (phonology), and vocabulary (lexicon).

• Language is an advanced form of communication exclusive to humans, influencing social interactions and structure.

Language Acquisition

• Mother Tongue: Language acquired during upbringing (first language).

• Second Language: Additional languages learned for various needs.

• Language Learning: Process of learning a second language in school or independently.

• Language Contact: Languages evolve and change across different spaces and social contexts.

Historical Context of Language in the Philippines

• Spanish: Original official language for centuries until the 20th century.

• English: Introduced in schools in 1935, now a national language along with Spanish.

• Tagalog: Base language; in 1973, Filipino became the joint official language with English.

• Indigenous Languages: 13 languages including Cebuano, Tagalog, Ilokano, Hiligaynon, Waray-waray, Kapampangan, Bikol, Albay, Pangasinan, Maranao, Maguindanao, Kinaray-a, and Tausug.

Examples of Greetings in Different Languages

• Tagalog: Magandang umaga (Good Morning)

• Cebuano: Maayong buntag (Good Morning)

• Ilocano: Naimbag a bigat (Good Morning)

• Waray-Waray: Maupay nga aga (Good Morning)

• Kapampangan: Mayap a abak (Good Morning)

• Bicolano: Marhay na aga (Good Morning)

Common Phrases in Filipino Languages

• Good Evening: Magandang Gabi

• I Love You: Iniibig kita or Minamahal kita

• Thank You: Damo nga salamat / Dakal a salamat

Closing

• Thank you for listening!