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LESSON 1
PRE-DISCUSSION
1. Why do people communicate?
-People communicate to express their thoughts and ideas
2. What might happen to the world if communication does not exist?
-Without communication one would function solely as an individual, because communication is
needed in order for interaction between people. Everything would be done extremely
inefficiently, because of the lack of sharing of thoughts.
3. Why do miscommunication and misunderstanding happen?

Because of the large distance between the transmitter and the receiver, miscommunications
occur. When you send a message, it goes through a number of steps before reaching its
intended recipient, and the original meaning is lost.

ASSESSMENT/ENRICHMENT
1. Illustrate the communication process through diagram.

2. Identify possible communication blocks in the following situations:

a. a written letter of complaint
-misunderstanding of both parties
 -misinterpret of a complain

b. interaction between a nurse and a patient

-different tribe or language
c. songs with figurative language

-misinterpretation

CONCRETIZING
1. List various channels through which personnel of your university connect with you. Which
channel(s) do you find most effective? Why?
-The personnel of our university connected with me is our subject teachers and the channel we
use to communicate are mobile phone and laptops/desktop. It is the most effective way to us to
communicate as of our situation right now.

2. Through a slogan, state how the knowledge of the communication process aids people in
communicating effectively.
A communication aid aids a person's ability to communicate more successfully with others. AAC
devices are another name for communication aids. Gestures, signing, symbols, word boards,
communication boards, and books, as well as Voice Output Communication Aids, are examples
of these
INTROSPECTING

In this lesson, I learned that to be

an effective and ethical
communicator,
I should respect what my audience culture and
tradition, speak clearly, be approachable and
identify my audience
LESSON 2
PRE-DISCUSSION

https://natcapsolutions.org/the-challenge-of-globalization/

1. What is the saying about the world today?

The word used to describe the growing interdependence of the world's economies, cultures, and
populations, brought about by cross-border trade in goods and services, technology, and flows of
investment, people, and information or called “Globalization”.
2. What do you think has contributed to the easy access and exchange of information these days?
Why?
For me it contributes a lot, the best thing it contributes is the exchanging of news from different
countries through online surfing or internet. Because of these we are all aware of how and where
did this pandemic starts and how to prevent it.
3. In transacting or communicating in a global setting, what vital preparations must be done? Why?
Effective communication is essential in today's globalized environment. In a global setting,
communication is crucial. The initial stage in developing good communications is to understand
your audience and the things that they are interested in, so that you can easily gain their trust.
ASSESSMENT / ENRICHMENT

Activity 1

1. Kindly watch the video “Wiring a Web for Global Good” by TED Global (see reference for the link),
then, study the speech. In a form of a reaction paper, answer the following questions:
a. What global issues have emerged because of miscommunication?
The failure to communicate adequately is one of the reason why global issues have emerged. Some
examples are poverty, climate change, economy and security. One of the major challenges in our
time is climate change. All of those shifting weathers that ruins the food production that is one of the
reason for poverty, the rising of sea levels that increase the risk of flooding and the scope of such
impacts of climate change do not just affect a certain community but affects globally. The conflict
between countries that causes war is also one of the global issues that had emerged long ago.
Those wars that ruined infrastructures and the peaceful life that the people would have lived. All
effects would have been prevented if all the countries involved could have communicate well.
Security and peace that could have been achieved if there would be a good communication
happening between countries. All of these global issues could have been prevented if only there
were a good communication. A communication that would benefit the majority and will result to a
better global society

b. How can effective communication and language use contribute to the creation of a
truly global society?
People all across the world are urged to exercise their civic duty and to become more aware of the
world's true problems through good communication and language. Even though we don't meet or see
each other in one area, we can still make a difference and deal with it as one and as global people
by using modern communication. It's all about the nature of using digital technology for good, to
increase its successful application that will connect the world, and together we will tackle the world's
current difficulties.
Activity 2
1. Interview a person who is a native of another country and who has spent an extensive time
in the Philippines. Ask them the following questions:
a. How do citizens of your country perceive Filipinos?
-they perceive Filipinos a helpful, generous, kind, resourceful, respectful and many more.
b. How do you think Filipinos perceive citizens of your country?
- Filipinos believe in themselves that they are strong and resilient and mostly hospitable.
These traits of the Filipinos are very evident not only to fellow Filipinos but to other
nationalities from different parts of the world.
c. Describe the differences in manner of speaking.
- In general, Filipinos are very friendly towards foreigners but at the same time
many will be too shy to talk to them due to lack of self-confidence in their
 English proficiency. Even though people know that foreigners are not inherently
"bad", many Filipinos are still not used to speaking in English with foreigners.
d. What are the different behaviors of Filipinos that are not acceptable or not usually done in
your home country?
- Inserting “Bolitas” Into The Male Genitals. Pilik-mata ng Kambing – one of the sexual
accoutrements used by Filipinos.
e. What are similarities of Filipinos and citizens of your country in terms of behavior and
thinking?
-The similarities is they both give respect to the persons older than us(pagmamano).
f. What was your most difficult adjustment staying in the Philippines?
-for me the most difficult adjustment staying in the Philippines is the time, Filipinos are
known to their culture “FILIPINO TIME”. Most of them didn’t follow the exact time given,
they really like to be late, also me.
g. Have you ever experienced difficulty in transacting or communicating in English with
Filipinos? If yes, tell your group about the experience.
- Yes. Especially to the person that they don’t know how to speak English.
2. Based on your findings, formulate a possible strategy for you to be an effective global
communicator. Share your strategy in class through a short presentation.
3. Based on the discussion on communication and globalization, create a two-minute
informative video focusing on the following:
a. characteristics of globalization
b. advantages of globalization
c. effects of globalization in language use and communication
LESSON 3
ASSESSMENT / ENRICHMENT
Answer the following questions:
1. “Human beings draw close to one another by their common nature, but habits and customs keep
them apart.” (Confucius)Do you agree or disagree? Give concrete situations to support your
stand. Based on the concept learned in this lesson.

I agree that we unite because of our

-

common nature, but our various

habits and custom
doesn‘t always keep us apart. In
today‘s era, we encounter people
with diverse cultural
backgrounds. Such interactions occur in
social, educational, political, and
commercial settings. We
were able to communicate and
socialize with everyone, acquiring
varied intellectuals for us to be
better. The diverse customs and beliefs
of every individual tend us to interact
and socialize. This
makes our world fascinating.
I agree that we unite because of our
-

common nature, but our various

habits and custom
doesn‘t always keep us apart. In
today‘s era, we encounter people
with diverse cultural
backgrounds. Such interactions occur in
social, educational, political, and
commercial settings. We
were able to communicate and
socialize with everyone, acquiring
varied intellectuals for us to be
better. The diverse customs and beliefs
of every individual tend us to interact
and socialize. This
makes our world fascinating.
-I agree that we unite because of our common nature, but our various habits and
custom doesn‘t always keep us apart. In today‘s era, we encounter people with diverse
cultural backgrounds. Such interactions occur in social, educational, political, and commercial
settings. We were able to communicate and socialize with everyone, acquiring varied
intellectuals for us to be better. The diverse customs and beliefs of every individual tend us
to interact and socialize. This makes our world fascinating.

INTROSPECTING

This lesson on local and global

communication in multicultural
settings helped me realize
that This lesson on local and global communication in multicultural settings helped me
realize that for us to live harmoniously despite our differences in culture, intercultural
competence is essential. We should recognize the validity and differences of
communication styles among people. We also should learn to eliminate personal biases
and prejudices and strive to acquire communication skills necessary in a multicultural world.
LESSON 4
PRE – DISCUSSION
The students will be tasked to present orally or in a written form the following questions.
- How do you greet your best friend? Your mother? Your teacher? Your school dean?
- I greet my best friends through a hug or handshake and call them (dai, girl, pre, besh) I
greet my mother with a kiss or mano and a simple greeting I greet my teacher ―Good
morning, good afternoon ma‘am‖ I greet my school dean ―Good morning, good
afternoon ma‘am‖
- Do your ways of greeting these people vary?
- Yes, it does vary. I formally greet the elderly (my mother, teacher, and school
dean), and I informally greet my best friends. My greetings depend on the respect I
gave and age preference.
ASSESSMENT / ENRICHMENT
Activity 1. Answer the following questions:
1. In what situations are the local and global varieties of spoken language used?
- In global varieties of spoken language, English is a widely spoken language in the world. It is
applied to international editions of newspapers and magazines and international research
journal articles. Also may occur in the interaction between people coming from different parts of
the world discussing in a paper presentation sessions in an international academic
conference. While in local varieties of spoken language, National language or dialects are
used. The local varieties apply when communicating among neighbors every day. It also
includes instances of local usage found in the neighborhood poster, publication and website of
local societies.
2. What registers are appropriate to such situations?
- In global communication, such as an international conference, an Academic register or
Formal register is appropriate. On the contrary, local communication such as chatting with
a neighbor every day, Every day register, or Informal register is applicable.
Activity 3
Journal Writing: Why is it important to use appropriate varieties and registers of language in
certain communication contexts?
- Language varies from a different location, from one culture to another, and from one situation to
another. We use different varieties and registers of language to suit different communication
contexts. In writing, we need to use specialized features of words to convey the message.
The reader and the receiver will be responsible for how they will going to interpret the message.
However, this is not possible when it comes to speaking. The receiver can easily understand the
message through the speaker‘s level of voice, facial expression, and body language. Therefore,
varieties and registers of language are about appropriateness and context in speaking and
grammatical correctness of words in writing.
LESSON 5
PRE - DISCUSSION

1. Analyze the advertisement below

- ―Visibly more beautiful skin from the most unexpected of places – your shower‖ The
advertisement shows three women. The woman in the before side has a dark skin tone, and the
after side shows a woman with a lighter skin tone. Anyone who is interested in a lighter skin tone
would probably be interested in this ad campaign The advertisement about Dove clearly shows
the process of the effect of their product. They also clearly mention how easy it is to be achieved.

2. Class brainstorming. Generate questions and ideas about the message conveyed by the
advertisement.
 How does the image conveyed?
 What is the purpose of the context?
 How can the advertisement impacted humanity?
 What values does the advertisement provide?

ASSESSMENT / ENRICHMENT
Activity 1. Answer the following questions:
1. Analyze the same advertisement presented earlier using the Key Concept Questions as a guide.
2. Justify answers in different ways from the text.
3. Make personal, world and text connections.
- In the picture, there are different individuals in an international airport. The picture conveys
different cultural values and ethics of the various individual. We, from time to time
misunderstood and misinterpret anyone, especially those from other culture with a
different upbringing, where some may interact in a way that it is inappropriate toward
us. The purpose of the picture is to show the diversity of everyone. Those who travel
often mainly understand and relate to this picture