Good morning kemeru
LANGUAGE AND DIALECTS
During roleplay, a short background about language and dialects then explain why (1) and (2)
are part of language and dialects. What is/are different dialects/ what is/are different social
status.
(1) different dialects
dialect 1: tagalog
dialect 2: bicolano
scene 1 [two strangers met an alleyway - one is a bicolano & one that only speaks tagalog]
person 1 - someone who is looking for an available land slot: [asking in a bicolano language]
information:
"daga" in bicol is 'lupa' but in tagalog, "daga" is a 'rat' which will create a communication barrier
towards both parties.
possible dialogue: maayong aldaw, may aram ba kamo ning nag bebenta ektaryang daga digdi?
(magandang araw, may alam ba kayong nag bi-benta nang ektaryang lupa dito?)
person 2: [confused bcs he/she can't understand what was the other person was saying]
person 1: [repeat themselves]
person 2: [came up with the idea that the other person was talking about a big rat so she/he
pointed out the big canal on the side of the road]
possible dialogue: daga? ah, daga, meroon doon oh, madami.
person 1: [goes there only to find nothing but sinkholes so he/she went back to ask again -
there, she/he tired to explain it more clearly]
(possible na mag palitan mas madami dialogue here to try to understand both sides)
person 2: [finally understood and apologized]
[for reporting]
How do different dialects fall under communication challenges?
How can it be resolved?
(2) social status
What is social status as a communication barrier?
It can be shown in having financial constraints in various things.
[SCRIPT]
(Person 1 sips coffee, looking a bit uncomfortable in the elegant surroundings. Person 2 scrolls
through their phone, oblivious to the atmosphere.)
PERSON 1
(trying to break the silence)
So, narinig mo ba yung bagong art exhibit downtown?
PERSON 2
(looks up, excited)
Oh! Gusto ko yan! I heard it’s curated by that famous artist. Alam mo, yung galing sa Paris?
PERSON 1
(trying to join in)
Yeah, nakita ko rin something about it. Pero... hindi ako masyadong marunong sa art, eh.
PERSON 2
(enthusiastic)
Dapat samahan mo ako! Makakakuha ako ng VIP tickets. Kilala ng dad ko yung curator.
PERSON 1
(awkwardly)
Ah, that sounds... nice. Pero hindi ko talaga kaya yan right now.
(PERSON 2 frowns, misinterpreting PERSON 1’s discomfort.)
PERSON 2
(gesturing dismissively)
It’s just a ticket, Alex! Huwag mong hayaan na pera ang humadlang sa experiences mo.
PERSON 1
(eyes downcast)
Yeah, pero mas malalim pa sa ticket. It’s... well, the whole scene.
PERSON 2
(confused)
Anong ibig mong sabihin? Art lang yan!
PERSON 1
(sighs)
Tama, pero para sa akin, hindi lang siya art. Parang... I feel out of place. Parang nagpe-pretend
akong pasok sa mundo na hindi akin.
(PERSON 2 looks taken aback, realizing the weight of PERSON 1’s words.)
PERSON 2
(softening)
Hindi ko naman sinasadya na ganun maramdaman mo. Akala ko lang masaya tayong pumunta
doon.
PERSON 1
(small smile)
Yeah, appreciate ko yun. Pero baka mas okay kung mas simple na lang? Parang mag-burgers
or manood ng movie?
(PERSON 2 pauses, contemplating.)
PERSON 2
(reluctantly)
Sige. Gawin natin yun. Minsan nakakalimutan ko na hindi lahat may access sa mga ganitong
bagay.
PERSON 1
(grateful)
Salamat. Gusto ko lang maging ako, alam mo?
PERSON 2
(smiling)
Of course. Enjoy lang tayo, kahit saan pa tayo.
(They share a genuine smile, bridging the gap between them.)
[for reporting]
How do social statuses fall under communication challenges?
Assumptions and stereotypes - preconceived notions about someone based on their social
status can distort communication. For example, assuming a lower-status individual lacks insight
can lead to dismissive attitudes, impacting the way information is exchanged.
Cultural norms - social status often intersects with cultural backgrounds, influencing
communication styles. Some cultures value directness, while others prefer indirect approaches,
which can result in misunderstandings and frustration.
Access to communication resources - higher social status typically correlates with better access
to education, technology, and resources that facilitate effective communication. Those with
limited access may struggle to articulate their thoughts clearly or comprehend complex ideas.
Fear of judgment - individuals from lower social strata may fear being judged or dismissed
based on their background, leading to self-censorship and reluctance to engage in
conversations.
Social anxiety - disparities in social status can create feelings of social anxiety, causing
individuals to feel out of place or uncomfortable in discussions, which further hinders open
communication.
How can it be resolved?
Practice empathy - encourage to consider the experiences and viewpoints of others, fostering
understanding and reducing biases.
Use active listening techniques - practice in active nlistening skills to ensure full engagement
with and validate others’ contributions.
Address power dynamics - be mindful of power imbalances in conversations and actively work
to equalize participation, ensuring that all voices are heard.
Provide feedback mechanisms - implement ways to give feedback on communication practices,
helping identify and address barriers as they arise.
STEREOTYPES AND PREJUDICE
During roleplay, a short background about stereotypes and prejudice then explain why (1) and
(2) are part of stereotyping and prejudice.
What is stereotyping and prejudice? how is this part of communication challenges?
What are the examples?
(1) racism
[scene 1: a kid drops their lollipop and person a helps them pick it up then gets called a
kidnapper by person b]
person 1: [drops candy by accident]
person 2: [helps the kid pickup the lollipop]
person 3: hoy ano yang ginagawa mo ha? kilala mo ba yan? [lumapit sa bata sabay tinago sa
likod]
person 2: huh? i’m only trying to help?
person 4: oo nga, ano problema mo? nakita ko nahulog lang nung bata kaya tinulungan niya.
person 3: hindi [sabay turo] tignan mo nga siya, alam na natin mga ganyang kulay! [point at
person 2]
[pause]
What is racism?
It is defined as prejudice, discrimination, or antagonism by an individual, community, or
institution against a person or people on the basis of their membership in a particular racial or
ethnic group.
How is this part of communication challenges?
Misinterpretations of body language, gestures, or facial expressions can reinforce biases and
create tension. People tend to throw racial slurs about someone– this could simply lead to
conflicts especially if the other party is offended. This hinders communication since people may
become defensive or communicate less with people from different backgrounds.
How do we solve these communication challenges?
(1) Promote language that respects all identities and avoids maintaining stereotypes.
Ensure that conversations include a wide range of perspectives.
(2) Encourage education about systemic racism, implicit bias, and privilege to foster
understanding and empathy.
(3) Addressing racism requires consistent effort, openness to change, and a commitment to
fostering understanding and respect across communities.
(2) body shaming
[scene 2: both buying clothes and person T gets called pretty for being thin and person O gets
called ugly for having weight]
Person T - customer
Person O - customer
Person A - Sales Lady
Person T: [Looking through the clothes]
Person T: What dress/cloth would you recommend me?
Person A: ito Ma’am [Grabs a dress/cloth] it will suit you very well, because you have a perfectly
slim body
Person O:[pick up a dress and inquires the saleslady]
Person O: Excuse me! Do you have other sizes for this dress/cloth?
Person A: [Looks At Her/Him and making a Judgement]
Person A: Sorry Ma’am, we don't have a larger clothes in this store that would fit you
[Sarcastically]
Person A: try niyo Po sa ibang store baka may double extra large sila(laughs)
Person T: [notices the scenario]
Person T: hey, grabe ka Naman magsalita, Hindi porket Malaki Ang size Niya eh pwede mo na
siyang bastusin.
Person T: [Grabs Person O]
Person T: halika na nga Miss, sa iba nalang Tayo Mamili
[Both T and O walks out]
[pause]
What is Body Shaming?
- Body Shaming refers to the mocking or criticizing someone physical appearance, which
often focus on the weight, shape and size of an individual.
How is this part of communication challenges
- Body Shaming is part of the communication challenges since it involves naive and
improper ways of expressing opinion about someone's appearance. Making an
assumption or judgements about someone's worth based on their physical appearance.
People tend to hold a negative attitude towards others because of their superficial
characteristics.
How do we solve these communication challenges?
- To address communication challenges like body shaming and prejudice, we can promote
empathy and respect, raise awareness about the harm caused by stereotypes,
encourage open dialogue, challenge societal beauty standards, use positive and
inclusive language, and develop media literacy to reject unrealistic portrayals of
appearance.