Purposive Communication GE 5

Module 5

Lesson 1: Communication Aids and Strategies Using Tools of Technology

LESSON OBJECTIVES: At the end of the lesson, the students must have:
1. Introduced and utilized other multimedia tools
2. Presented examples of communication using different technological tools
3. Created a good presentation using powerpoint

Let’s Engage!

Analyze the given picture below. What does it tell us regarding communication in the 21st century? Discuss your
answer on the space provided.

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Let’s Explain!

People today are more engaged in communication using different technologies available in today’s society. Most
of them make use of social media platforms which they believe strengthen their bond with other people across the
globe. In this module we will discuss communication aid and different communication strategies using different tools of
technology:

What is a Communication Aid?

A communication aid helps an individual to communicate more effectively with people around them.

Communication aids are also referred to as AAC devices. AAC refers to Augmentative and Alternative
Communication, which is defined as a huge range of techniques which support or replace spoken communication. These
include gesture, signing, symbols, word boards, communication boards and books, as well as Voice Output
Communication Aids (VOCAs).

There are two main types of AAC system: Unaided Communication and Aided Communication.

 Unaided communication does not use additional equipment. Body language, gesture, vocalization, signing are
typically used.

 Aided communication uses equipment, but this ranges from low-tech to high-tech methods, with pictures and
symbols often used instead of, or together with words and with alternative hardware options available to
provide access. Whilst a low-tech method of communication like a simple, laminated communication book to
carry around with a few pages of pictures or symbols would be a communication aid, the term ‘device’ would
only describe a more high-tech solution. An electronic communication aid can be a dedicated device built for
that job, which does nothing else, or it can be a standard computer running specialist communication aid
software as well – this includes Apple tablets which are increasingly being used to help people communicate.

What Are Communication Strategies?

Communication is the exchange of information between a sender and a receiver. It used to be that you only had
to worry about the way you communicated face-to-face or on paper. Technology has changed this completely. It is
important for people to take into account every aspect of how they are relaying information. This is where
communication strategies come into play. Communication strategies are the blueprints for how this information will be
exchanged.
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Types of Communication Strategies

Communication strategies can be verbal, nonverbal, or visual. Integrating all the strategies together will allow you
to see the most success. This allows a business to meet employee needs and increase workplace knowledge.

Verbal communication strategies can be broken down into the two categories of written and oral communication.
Written strategies consist of avenues such as e-mail, text, and chat. Examples that fall into the oral category are phone
calls, video chats, and face-to-face conversation.

Nonverbal communication strategies consist of mostly visual cues, such as body language, facial expressions,
physical distance between communicators, or the tone of your voice. These cues are typically not intended. However, it
is important to realize the message you are sending. Otherwise, you may be saying one thing, yet the receiver is hearing
another.

Visual communication strategies can be seen through signs, web pages, and illustrations. These strategies are used
in the workplace to draw attention and provide documentation. Human resources are required to post certain visuals
throughout the workplace to comply with safety laws.

 Using Tools of Technology

Multimedia is content that uses a combination of different content forms such as text, audio, images,
animations, video and interactive content. Multimedia contrasts with media that use only rudimentary computer
displays such as text-only or traditional forms of printed or hand-produced material.

A transparency, also known variously as a view foil, foil, or view graph, is a thin sheet of transparent flexible
material, typically cellulose acetate, onto which figures can be drawn. These are then placed on an overhead projector
for display to an audience. Many companies and small organizations use a system of projectors and transparencies in
meetings and other groupings of people, though this system is being largely replaced by video projectors and interactive
whiteboards.

Video is an electronic medium for the recording, copying, playback, broadcasting, and display of moving visual
media.

Sound recording and reproduction is an electrical, mechanical, electronic, or digital inscription and re-creation
of sound waves, such as spoken voice, singing, instrumental music, or sound effects.

Rules that can help present a good presentation:

10-20-30

10 slides - 20 minutes - 30 point font

1-6-6

1 main idea - 6 bullet points - 6 words per bullet

7-7

7 lines - 7 words
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4P's

Prior preparation prevents poor performance of the person putting on the presentation.

Let’s Evaluate!

I. Give an example of communication that uses the following:

Note: Photos, screen shots as evidence are acceptable

 A face to face conversation

 Communication via email
 Conmmunication via social media platforms

II. Create a powerpoint presentation on any topic discussed in purposive communication. Follow the rules in creating a
good presentation as discussed above. Paste your powerpoint presentation on the space provided below.

References:

Communication aids and strategies retrieved from https://g-kenneth.blogspot.com/2019/10/communication-aids-and-

strategies-using_15.html

Uychoco, M. T. A, Santos, M. L. (2018). Communication for society: Purposive communication. Sampaloc, Manila: Rex
Bookstore.

Wakat, G. S., Caroy A.A., Paulino, F. B., Jose, M. J., Ordonio, M.M., Palangyos, A.C., Palangyos, S. M., Dizon, L. G. J., Dela
Cruz, A. E., Sao-an, M. B., (2018). Purposive communication. Quezon City, Metro Manila: Lorimar Publishing, Inc.