ACTIVITY 1 READING GUIDE SHEET

Sapian, Catherine
SECTION: 122
DATE: Jan 31
I am part of the generation: Z

A. Discuss at least two distinct characteristics of the Baby Boomers, Generation Y,

and Generation Z in terms of their attitude towards communication and life in
general. Cite specific scenarios and experiences. (12 points)

BABY BOOMER GENERATION Y GENERATION Z

1. They are - digital 3. They are called 5. The generation where I

immigrants’ because
‘digital’ is their second
language. They tend to
print out emails and
documents instead of
having them to read in
their devices.
millennials and digital
natives and this generation
grew up with
overprotective parents.
belong to, I noticed that
Gen Z’s liked
communicating through
social media sites. With
the advancement of
technology, everything is
now accessible.

2. Used to learn by step-
by-step process and one at
a time and are very loyal
but expects loyalty in
return.
4. They are tech savvy;
they like to communicate
with the use of social
media sites.
6. Gen Z’s likes to prove
something that they can,
and they will. They like to
do the things they’re
passionate about and likes
to establish their name in
the future.
B. Differentiate Face-to-face and Computer-mediated-communication as discussed in
the reading. (5 points)

Face-to-face Common ground Computer-mediated

- Both requires
time
management
- Tools for
communicati
on.
 - Face to face is the richest - Lack of physical
medium to communicate presence
because it consists of - indicate that without
showing your true emotion tone, there is a lack of
of language you are richness in
conveying to. communication
- It’s also the best way to - messages are hard to
make decisions for interpret since the
something for the reason facial expression is
that you can discuss ideas not visible or seen.
thoroughly.

C. For you, what is the most effective way in bridging the communication gap among
multi-generational community? Why? (cite supporting details) (5 points)

In bridging multi-generational community, open-mindedness of both generations

should be considered. Both parties should be unbiased and accepting towards the
indifferences of each generation. The two were born and grew on a different milieu
that’s why the viewpoint of each may differ but being broad-minded will benefit the both
generations. Understanding, respect and open-mindedness will lead to meaningful
communication where generations can motivate each other and bring out the best in
each other (Heng & Yazdanifard, 2013, p. 839; Walmsley, 2011, p. 256).

D. What are your thoughts with the statement in the reading “both generations indicate
that they feel that without face-to-face communication with verbal and nonverbal cues,
they miss out on many aspects of interpersonal communication” (p. 505, Venter, 2017)
specifically in times of a global pandemic such as Covid-19? (8 points)

The pandemic has greatly affected the people in many aspects, but somehow,
for others, it became an opportunity to let them flourish their skills and capabilities in a
sense where they excel much more in this kind setup instead in face-to-face
communication. Although, people differ in many ways because some hasn’t even coped
up in this kind of situation. The lack of physical contact and communication with people
makes me feel lonely for the reason that I am used to seeing them every day, hang out
and have a spontaneous journey with them. Also, the learning experience nowadays
resulted me of being demotivated. It is hard to learn especially when you are just alone
sitting in front of your device without your mood boosters. It feels empty. It’s kind of
different level when you communicate with face-to-face instead of seeing or meeting the
people on digital platforms. In addition, it could be misinterpreted the way we one
coveys his/her messages and it can result confusion.