Detailed Lesson Plan in Oral Communication in Context 11
Primary Functions of Communication
I. Objectives
Upon completion of this lesson, students will be able to:
a. Differentiate each functions of communication through example scenarios, and explain
their significance in supporting effective human behavior and interaction.
b. Value the importance of respect, empathy, and responsibility in communication.
c. Demonstrate proper communication aligned with the intended function.
II. Subject Matter
Content: The Functions of Communication
References: DEPED Curriculum Guide [Link]
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Instructional Materials: Marker, Textbook, Laptop, PowerPoint presentation, Handout
III. Procedure
TEACHER'S ACTIVITY STUDENT'S ACTIVITY
A. Routines
• Greetings. “Good afternoon, class! Are • Respond to the greeting.
you ready for our next lesson today?”
• Prayer
•Checking of attendance.
Review: Introduce the new lesson by
connecting it to the previous lesson.
“Last meeting, we talked about the • Volunteer answers about the previous
elements of communication process. Who lesson.
can recall what are those?”
• Transition: “Very good! Now that we have
learned the elements of communication • Listen to the transition
process, we’ll then proceed to discuss the
nature, and purpose of communication.
B. Motivation
HangMan
Group students into 2 groups. Show words
with blank spaces that stand for letters that • Cooperate with team mates.
need to be filled in. For every wrong guess, a
part of a stick figure gets taken away in the
hangman drawing. The game keeps going until
the students figure out the right words, the
group runs out of time, or the stick figure
looses all it’s part. The group that guesses the
most words wins the game.
1. Management
2. Engagement
3. Influence
4. Frustration
5. Aspiration
6. Announcement
7. Bonding
8. Regulation
9. Excitement
10. Explanation
11. Support
12. Cooperation
13. Relationship
14. Affection
15. Instruction
Ask: “Is communication present when you’re
having your motivation activity earlier? What • Share answers.
were your individual or group goals during
that communication?”
Say: “As people, we talk for various reasons. • Listento the teacher’s explanation
You see, communication isn't only about connecting it to the new lesson.
speaking. It serves a specific purpose.”
C. Presentation of the lesson
• Introduce the lesson: "Today, we will be
discussing the five primary functions of
communication.” • Listen and take notes.
• Define communication: the process of
exchanging information, ideas, and
feelings.
• Explain the 5 functions of
communication
• Provide at least one example for each
function.
» Control/Regulation –
communication functions to control
behavior. • Answer short check questions about
Ex. The school implements rules functions.
which students and other members
of the school community are
obliged to follow.
» Social Interaction – Allows
individuals to interact with others.
Ex. A student has to talk with his
parents regarding his allowance
and school requirements.
» Motivation – motivates or
encourages people to live better.
INTERNAL MOTIVATION comes
from within. It is something
personal.
Ex. A student is motivated to study
hard because of his/her desire to
graduate with honors.
EXTERNAL MOTIVATION emanates
from the outside or from people
surrounding him.
Ex. A student is motivated to study
hard because of his/her mother’s
promise to give him/her an
expensive watch once he/she
graduates with honors.
» Emotional Expression – facilitates
people’s expression of their feelings
and emotions.
Ex. When one informs another
about an impending super typhoon,
the informer may express various
emotions in different situations.
a. He/she may show fear because
their house is not a safe place to stay
when there is an emergency like a
typhoon.
b. He/she may show love or
concern as he/she informs them for
them to get ready for the calamity.
c. He/she may show joy and
excitement as he/she envisions
another day of no classes or a grand
vacation.
» Information Dissemination –
functions to convey information.
Ex. Many events or incidents happen
every day. These occurrences affect
people so they have to be informed.
a. A new policy has to be made
known to all members before its
implementation.
b. The leader draws plan for
executing the safety protocols
c. A student leader talks about
how to help fellow members
who are in need of financial
assistance.
D. Development of the lesson
• Recitation. Identify the function of
communication being used. • Participate in discussion
• Control, Social Interaction, Motivation,
Emotional Expression, Information
Dissemination
» The teacher reads and discusses
• Control
classroom policies to her students.
» President Joyce Barreras delivers
• Information Dissemination
her last state of the nation address.
» Jessie greets Justin; then they start • Social Interaction
talking about their plans for the
holiday.
• Ask: “Do you guys think a single sentence can
contain more than one function?” (Provide
example)
» “Please submit your work before • Control/regulation & emotional
noon, and I’m really proud of your expression
progress.”
• Explain why 2 or more functions can appear
in a single sentence.
» Keith shares her personal • Emotional Expression
frustrations with Red.
» Rolan tells Jedd that he’s feeling sad
• Emotional Expression
and need support.
» “You’ve got this exam under control,
• 3&5
and don’t forget it starts at 9 am”
» The geometry teacher lectures • Information Dissemination
about mathematical concepts.
» “Let’s grab lunch together after • Social Interaction
class”
» Kyla shares her insights on how to
• Motivation
live peacefully despite a
complicated life.
• Guide and give feedback.
E. Guided Practice
• Have the students fill out the web map
graphic organizer on paper using their • Give examples from personal experience.
own experiences.
• Guide them in creating short
indicators/samples where functions of
communication is being applied. (E.g.
Saying I feel tired, A typhoon will hit the
country tomorrow, Pass your paper finish
or not finish, Greeting your classmates,
saying you can do it to someone)
Ask reflective questions: “What do you
think would happen if people couldn't • Analyzeissues that may arise if messages
share what they need?” / “How can are not expressed.
understanding these functions make us
better communicators?”
F. Generalization
• Ask: "Let’s summarize. What are the five
functions of communication?”
• Share key takeaways. (Control/regulation,
• Summarize: “Communication guides
behavior, build relationships, motivates Social Interaction, Motivation, Emotional
action, expresses emotions, and shares Expression, and Information
information. These functions are part of Dissemination)
our everyday lives—from school, to
home, to friendships.”
H. Closure
Valuing
• Highlight the importance of respect,
empathy, and responsibility in all
communication.
• Ask: “Why does knowing the functions of
communication important in today’s • Share insights and reflections.
generation?” • Answer teacher’s question.
• Emphasize that when people
understands the reason why we
communicate, they tend to use social • Express appreciation of respectful and
media platforms more wisely which is mindful communication.
very crucial in today’s society.
IV. Evaluation
A 10 item quiz to measure the mastery and learning of students.
A. If first statement is correct and second statement is false
B. If second statement is correct and first statement is false
C. If both statements are correct
D. If both statements are false
1. Control/Regulation is achieved when communication limits or modifies behavior. Control
communication always allow complete freedom without influencing decisions.
2. Motivation occurs when communication manipulates emotions for personal gain.
Motivation can occur when communication clarifies expectations and encourages
improvement.
3. Motivation in communication occurs when a message encourages action toward a goal.
Motivation is absent in communication that inspires perseverance.
4. Information dissemination spreads inaccurate details to limit misunderstandings.
Information dissemination focuses on sharing personal emotions.
5. Social interaction is unnecessary in building group cohesion. Emotional expression always
disrupts productive communication
6. A student who study hard because of personal ambition to graduate with honors
demonstrates internal motivation. A student who studies hard because of the promise of
a reward from parents demonstrates external motivation
7. A person may react to impending calamity with differing emotions such as fear, concern,
or even excitement. Emotional response are uniform because people interpret situations
in the same way.
8. A school leader explaining a new policy to students represents both information
dissemination and control/regulation. A student showing excitement about cancelled
classes represents the social interaction function of communication.
9. Social interaction as a communication function enables individuals to build and strengthen
relationships with others. Social interaction occurs only in formal setting such as schools
or workplaces.
10. Information dissemination is unnecessary in situations where individuals are already
emotionally prepared. Information dissemination ensures that important updates such as
new policies, reach all members of a community before implementation.
V. Assignment
Watch a talk show, news, movie, or product demonstrations on the internet or
television. Accomplish the activity sheet using the guide questions provided below.
TITLE/TOPIC
PURPOSE
VERBAL CUES
NON-VERBAL CUES
1. What is the discussion/talk about?
2. Identify the speaker’s purpose. Are the speakers successful in conveying their respective
message? Explain your answer.
3. Comment on the verbal and non-verbal cues that each speaker used to achieve his/her
purpose:
a. Are they clear? Expound your answer.
b. Are they effective? Support your response
c. Are they appropriate? Cite your specific instances.
Prepared by:
Mansueto, Angel Samech P.