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I. Write the C (courtesy, clarity, conciseness, concreteness, completeness) that has to be

addressed and rewrite the sentence.

1. Pay your phone bill as soon as possible else we will be forced to disconnect your
telephone line.
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2. There will be a meeting with the student council.

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3. Call me if I quality for the position I am applying for.

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4. Men are better than women.

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5. Your service is no longer needed in this company.

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6. If you have nothing sensible to say, better shut up.

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7. Many Filipinos are in the state of poverty.

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8. The company is experiencing a crisis; hence, management is considering to retrench a

number of employees.
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I. Individually, answer each question briefly (5-8 sentences).

1. In your perspective, why is the study of communication relevant to your life and to your
future profession? Cite specific instances of its significance.
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2. Do you agree that communication is something that does not have a definite end? Support
your answer.
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3. As a sender or receiver of a message what is it that you need to develop further? How can
you improve on these areas?
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I. Form groups of 3 to 5 members, answer the following questions and share the
answer of the group to the rest of the class

1. Why are feedback important?

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2. Is it appropriate to resolve conflicts using our communication gadgets even if offline

communication is possible? Explain your answer.
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I. Briefly answer the following questions (5-8 sentences):

1. If someone is proficient in speaking a language, does this mean he/she is a competent

communicator? Explain your answer.
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2. What makes a competent communicator?

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I. Research on issue/s in ethics in the context of cyber communication. How do you

think these issues can be resolved? Write your response to it on a one-page bond
paper (font size – 12; Times New Roman, and 1.5 spacing).

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I. Discuss in groups of 3 to 5 members the ethical thing to do in the following

communication situations:

1. Your best friend confided to you that he/she is already in a relationship but wanted you to
keep this a secret since his/her parents do not allow him/her yet to get involved in a
romantic relationship. One day your best friend’s mother called you up to confirm a
rumor about your best friend having a boyfriend/girlfriend. What answer will you give to
your best friend’s mom? What do you think is the best thing to do?
2. Some of your classmate have spread bad rumors about one of your close friends. You are
not sure whether the gossip is true or not. What would you tell your classmates? How
about your close friend?
3. One of your friends is ranting on FB and is trying harshly to hit on someone he/she
happens to dislike a lot. You wanted to support your friend’s statement by simply liking
the post knowing that this can only be seen by your group of friends and that you are not
saying anything in addition to your friend’s offensive post. Is it acceptable to “like” the
post? Is this a form of cyber bullying? Explain your answer.

II. In 3 to 5 minutes, share the answers of your group to the class.

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I. Form groups of 3 to 5 members, answer the following questions and share answers
of the group in class.

1. What other effects of globalization to communication have you observed or read about?
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2. What are the advantages/disadvantages of globalization?

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3. Do you think globalization will eventually lead countries to embrace a single culture?
Are you agreeable to the idea of having one culture? Explain your answer.
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I. Read Flight from Conversation by Sherry Turkle (from [Link])

1. Identify the main idea.
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2. How does the writer support the main idea? Enumerate the examples provided.
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3. According to the writer, what is the difference between “conversation and connection”?
What does face-to-face conversation teach us? How?
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4. What does “being alone together” mean? Cite specific instances.

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5. Explain the title. What does our “flight from conversation” do to us?
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6. Explain the following lines:

”We expect more from technology and less from one another…”
“I share, therefore I am.”
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7. What does the writer suggest we do so we can make room for conversations?
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8. Do you agree with the writer? Explain your answer.

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I. Watch the following videos (may be played in the classroom):

Sherry Turkle: Connected but alone? By TED Talk

Gordon Brown: Wiring a web for global good by TED Talk

Clay Shirky: How social media can make history? By TED Talk

Choose one video from the three videos you just watched and REACT
 on the speaker’s talk. In making a reaction paper, be guided by the following
questions:

1. What is your opinion based on what you just heard/watched?

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2. Do you agree or disagree to the points raised? Explain your answer.

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3. How would you evaluate the talk?

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You may apply pre-writing techniques (semantic webbing/mapping, free writing,

listing down, outlining, using graphic organizers) before you do the actual writing of your
reaction paper.

Technical Guidelines:
 2-3 pages only (make-sure to have an introduction, body and conclusion)
 Use short bond paper, 12 pt. font size, double-spaced, black ink, 1” margin
 APA style

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I. Write about “Technology in the 21st Century.”

Technical Guidelines:
 3-5 pages
 Use short bond paper, 12 pt. font size, double-spaced, black ink, 1” margin
 APA style
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I. Discuss each item extensively.

1. What do you think are the salient factors that contribute to the success of any
communication situation in your chosen field of specialization?
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2. Why is it important to know your purpose, know your audience, organize your ideas, and
follow basic communication principles? Provide practical examples related to your field
of specialization. Utilize the space below for your answer.
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I. Read the statements below and answer thoroughly.

1. Why is it important to consider a rhetorical situation? Discuss your opinion.

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2. Think of an example (real or hypothetical) of a speech, a sales presentation, a news

broadcast or television program, describe the rhetorical situation present in your example.
Present your example to the class.
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II. Read the situations below and answer the questions.

Situation 1:
Imagine you are going to present two informative speeches about same-sex
marriage: one to a group of senior high school students and the other to a group of
college students.
Questions:
1. How would you explain your topic for each audience and why?
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2. Write your discussions, provide examples or explanations.

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Situation 2:
You’ve been assigned the task of organizing a meeting for your class to discuss
on an important project in one of your major subjects.

Questions:

1. How do context, audience, and purpose influence your decisions?

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2. Write a brief statement explaining what you want in your meeting in terms of time,
location, setting, and scene. Explain why. Please share your results with classmates.
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[Link] of a situation or problem (related to your major) in which communication

was critically important. Explain the following:
1. How will communication correct the situation or problem.
2. How communication is important in your jobs.
3. How communication played a critical role both in the cause and solution.
Note: Allotted time for preparation and presentation depends upon the discretion of the
instruction.

POINTS TO PONDER
Communication is…
 important in solving problems at work
 virtually affecting everything that happens in an organization
 one of the greatest strengths of an organization or one of its biggest mistake.
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I. Describe how you are going to resolve the conflict.

1. Write a description of a situation you recall where you came into conflict with someone
else.
2. The conflict may be something that happened years ago, or a current issue that just arose.
3. Describe how the conflict was resolved, or could have been resolved. Discuss your ideas
with your classmate.

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II. Among the strategies for managing conflict described in this section, which do you
think are the most effective? Why? Discuss your opinions with a classmate.
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III. Imagining a Positive Outcome! Think of a time when a conflict led to a new
opportunity, better understanding, or other positive result? If not, think of a past
conflict and imagine a positive outcome. Write a 2-3 paragraphs describing what
happened to that conflict or what could have happened.
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I. Read each situation and elaborate on the form of feedback employed in each
situation.

Situation A

A manager asks one of his employees to comment on his behavior during a staff
meeting in their company. The employee reports that his manager was specific clear, and
instructive on introducing to his staff the policies of their department.
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Situation B

A manager evaluates another manager’s performance using an evaluation

instrument. The manager indicates in his conclusion that his fellow manager is helpful
and lets his staff feel comfortable in the workplace.
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Situation C

The manager asks his clients how he could change himself to become a better
communicator to his staff. The client suggests that the manager should be more
approachable and friendly in dealing with his staff.
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 I. Examine the pictures below and scribble your thoughts about the forms of academic
dishonesty.
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My thoughts on plagiarism….
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My thoughts about fabrication….

CHEATING to me is….

Academic Sabotage is….

I. Research on the legal status of the follow in terms of copyright:

 1. Video Games
2. Computer Software
3. Books
4. Films

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I. Patents are not just abstract concepts; they play an invaluable, practical role in
everyday life.
 How do patents encourage the development of innovations and new
technologies in:

1. Biotech and Genes

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2. Computer Programs
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3. Nano Technology
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I. Visit the website of the Philippine Copyright Office at [Link]

gov and find something on the website that you did not know before reviewing it
and share it with your classmates.
II. Visit the United States Copyright Office website at [Link] and
view the multimedia presentation for students and teachers, “Taking the Mystery
out of Copyright.” Download the “Copyright Basics” document and discuss it in
class.

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I. Look at the image and contemplate on the issue depicted.

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II. Find a partner and take turns in sharing your perceptions about the foregoing
image. Be guided with some questions.

1. Why is the earth on fire?

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2. What global phenomenon is reflected?

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3. Who do you point your fingers at for the earth’s massive destruction?
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4. Is there a way to solve the problem?

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5. If nothing is done to it, what do you think will happen years hence?
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III. Consider global warming and read as many articles as possible. From your
readings, pick the top 10 most important ideas that explain the phenomenon.
 Source Ideas from Related Articles
(Use APA citation; See (Use double quotation marks)
sample below)

Citing a journal article in APA:

Author, A. A., & Author, B. B. (Date of Publication). Title of article. Title of Online
Journal, volume number (issue number if available). Retrieved from
[Link]
Bernheim, C. (2010). Attacking Global Warming. A List Apart: For People Who Make
Websites, 149. Retrieved from [Link]

IV. Share your own views on plagiarism

Why should I care about indicating the source?

Citing sources is very essential. It reflects every researcher’s honesty about their work.
Intellectual theft or plagiarism is avoided when one makes an effort to include the author of the
idea used in his own research. With recent technologies, plagiarism is spotted in a particular
work; therefore, take time in indicating the sources.
Write your thoughts about plagiarism.