/*-/*- PURPOSIVE COMMUNICATION ୨ৎ Some of these have been given
MIDTERM REVIEWER ୨ৎ traditional names.
(CHARM JEANETHLY SEDANO)
Minority Dialect
︵‿︵‿୨♡୧‿︵‿︵︵‿︵‿୨♡୧‿︵︵ ୨ৎ Members of a particular minority
ethnic group use this language as a
Week 4: Varieties and Registers of marker of identity, usually alongside a
Spoken and Written Language
standard variety.
Language
୨ৎ It is a system of communication used Indigenized Variety
by a particular country or community. ୨ৎ It is spoken mainly as a second
language in ex-colonies with multilingual
Language Varieties populations.
୨ৎ It is “a specific set of linguistic items”
or “human speech patterns” (sounds,
Language Register
words, grammatical features) that can be
associated with some external factor ୨ৎ It refers to language formality. It is one
(geographical area or a social group). complicating factor in any study of
language varieties. Registers are sets of
Pidgin vocabulary items associated with discrete
୨ৎ It is a new language that develops in occupational or social groups.
situations where speakers of different
languages need to communicate but don’t
Static Register
share a common language. It is a new
language which is developed in order to ୨ৎ This style of communication rarely or
facilitate communication. never changes and does not require
୨ৎ Vocabulary comes mainly from one feedback. It is “frozen” in time and
particular language. content. (Ex: Wedding vows, Lord’s
Prayer, Preamble and Pledge of Alliance).
Creole
୨ৎ It is a distinct language that has taken
most of its vocabulary from another
language, the lexifier, but has its own Formal Register
unique grammatical rules. ୨ৎ This language is used in impersonal
୨ৎ It is a mother tongue formed from the and formal settings. This use of language
contact of two languages through an usually follows a commonly accepted
earlier pidgin stage. format. (Ex: Job Interview,
୨ৎ Not restricted in use, and is like any
Commencement Speech and Oration).
other language in its full range of
functions.
Consultative Register
Regional Dialect ୨ৎ The users engage in a mutually
୨ৎ It is not a distinct language but a accepted structure of communications. It
variety of languages spoken in a is formal and societal expectations
particular area of a country.
accompany the users of this speech. It is a Written or Linguistic Meaning
professional discourse. (Ex: Advise ୨ৎ It is for spoken and written language
between teacher and student, Superior through the use of vocabulary, generic
structure, and grammar.
and a Subordinate, Lawyer and Client).
Audio Meaning
Casual Register ୨ৎ It is for music, sound effects, noises,
୨ৎ This is informal language used by ambient noise, and silence, through the
peers and friends. This is “group” use of volume, pitch, and rhythm.
language. One must be a member to
engage in this register. (Ex: Blogs, and Visual Meaning
୨ৎ It is for still and moving images
Chats).
through the use of color, saliency, page
layouts, vectors, viewpoint, screen
Intimate Register formats, visual symbols; shot framing,
୨ৎ This communication is private. It is subject distance and angle; camera
reserved for close family members or movement, and subject movement.
intimate people and takes into account the
endearment in a certain relationship or Gestural Meaning
୨ৎ It is for movement of body, hands, and
bond. (Ex: Relationship among siblings,
eyes; facial expression, and body
Husband and Wife). language, and use of rhythm, speed,
stillness, angles and demeanors.
︵‿︵‿୨♡୧‿︵‿︵︵‿︵‿୨♡୧‿︵︵
Spatial Meaning
Week 5: Evaluating Messages and/or ୨ৎ It is for environmental and
Images of Different Types of Texts architectural spaces and use of proximity,
Reflecting Different Cultures direction, layout, position and
organization of objects in space, object
Multimodal distance.
୨ৎ It is a dynamic convergence of two or
more communication modes within the Cultural Sensitivity in a Multimodal Text
same text.
Culture
Multimodal text ୨ৎ comes in many shapes and sizes. It
୨ৎ It combines two or more semiotic includes areas such as politics, history,
systems. It can be delivered via different faith, mentality, behavior, and lifestyle.
media or technologies.
Language
Five Semiotic Systems to Make Meanings ୨ৎ It is a system of communication used
in a Multimodal Text: by a particular country or community.
Written or Linguistic Meaning
Audio Meaning ︵‿︵‿୨♡୧‿︵‿︵︵‿︵‿୨♡୧‿︵︵
Visual Meaning
Gestural Meaning Week 6: Communication Aids and
Spatial Meaning Strategies Using Tools of Technology
Multimedia Presentation
୨ৎ Contains at least one of the following
elements: Video or movie clip, animation
sound (this could be a voiceover,
background music, or sound).
୨ৎ A multimedia presentation differs
from a normal presentation in that it
contains some form of animation or
media.
Tips for Effective Presentations:
1. Design a template that is free from
distracting items.
2. Ensure your template promotes
readability.
3. Select a sans serif font.
4. Always use fonts that are 24 point or
larger.
5. Incorporate high-quality photos,
images, or diagrams that reinforce your
verbal message.
6. Use phrases or abbreviated sentences,
rather than full sentences.
7. Use bullet points sparingly.
8. Eliminate the use of headings or titles.
9. Use animation, slide transitions, audio,
and video sparingly.
10. Highlight the most important
information in tables and graphs.
11. Create a handout to accompany your
presentation.
12. Be passionate about your topic.
Email has become a standard form of
business communication, particularly for
short messages that require action.
The website Twitter allows you to
broadcast very short messages called
“tweets” to people who have elected to
follow your posts.