Social

Literacy
 Overview
Introduction of Social
Literature
The Role of Parents and
Teachers in Teaching Social
Skills
Values of Social Skills
Issues in Teaching Social
Literacy
Effective Communication
Prosocial and Intercultural
Communication
 Introduction
Social Literacy?
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 Introduction
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 The Role of Parents and Teachers in
Teaching Social Skills
• Parents typically play the major role in teaching
children social skills.
• Parents can directly teach social skills by modeling,
role- playing, and providing opportunities for their child
to rehearse and practice new skills
• Professionals typically intervene only when children
are having substantial social difficulty with peers.
 The Role of Parents and Teachers in
Teaching Social Skills
• School is the place where children spend majority of their
time with peers.
• While teachers do not have to teach a class social skills, they
can take advantage of every opportunity to help children
improve their social skills.
• They should be alert to teasing and bullying and aware of
children that are rejected or ignored by peers
 The Role of Parents and Teachers in
Teaching Social Skills
• The modern age calls for young professionals to develop
situational awareness and social intelligence in both
technological and traditional communications to succeed in
their academic and career endeavor.

• Peers and schools play a formative role on the social skills

development of children
 The Role of Parents and Teachers in Teaching
Social Skills
Questions to Ponder :
1. Are you more a listener or a talker? Which social skill/s
do you think you need to develop? In what can you develop
it/them?

2.How do teachers educate children of social literacy

nowadays? What specific content and learning
experiences are three in the curriculum that develop
social literacy?
 The Values of Social Skills
Having social skills is an integral value in all
functioning societies. Communicating
properly with others, demonstrating good
manners, expressing personal needs, and
being considerate of feelings are all
important components of solid social skills.
 The Value of Social Skills
The following strategies can enhance a child’s social
development:
By practicing social
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skills, children will have
personal
the ability to build
Teach empathy space
gratifying relationships
with others and adjust
Practice Teach sharing to different
social and taking environments in
cues turns
society with ease.
 Issues in Teaching Social literacy

Teaching social literacy is a crucial aspect of education as it

equips students with the skills and knowledge necessary to
navigate and participate effectively in society. However, there
are several issues that educators may encounter when teaching
social literacy. These issues can vary depending on factors such
as the age group of students, cultural context, and the specific
goals of social literacy education.
 Issues in Teaching Social literacy
•Cultural Sensitivity and Inclusivity

•Balancing Content Knowledge with Social Skills

•Assessing Social Literacy

•Engaging Parents and the Community

 Effective Communication
Effective communication is a fundamental
aspect of human interaction that plays a crucial
role in various aspects of life, including personal
relationships, professional settings, and societal
interactions.
 Effective Communication
Key Elements of Effective Communication:

• CLARITY
• ACTIVE LISTENING
• USE OF NON-VERBAL COMMUNICATION
• CULTURAL DIFFERENCES AND NORMS
• ADAPTABILITY TO CONTEXTS AND AUDIENCES
 Effective Communication
Technology has also revolutionized communication,
providing various tools and platforms for effective
communication, technology have made it easier to
connect with others across distances and time
zones. However, it is important to use these tools
judiciously and consider the appropriateness of the
medium for different types of messages and
audiences.
 Effective Communication
In conclusion, effective communication is essential for
successful interactions in personal, professional, and
societal contexts. It involves clarity in conveying
messages, active listening to understand and interpret
those messages, awareness of non-verbal cues,
sensitivity to cultural differences, adaptability to
different contexts and audiences, and judicious use of
technology.
PROSOCIAL AND INTERCULTURAL
COMMUNICATION
Prosocial communication
refers to the use of
language and nonverbal
cues to convey empathy,
understanding, and respect
for others.
PROSOCIAL AND INTERCULTURAL
COMMUNICATION
Prosocial communication
refers to the use of
language and nonverbal
cues to convey empathy,
understanding, and respect
for others.
 PROSOCIAL AND INTERCULTURAL COMMUNICATION
• In intercultural communication, prosocial
communication can help bridge the gap between
cultures and promote mutual understanding and
cooperation.
• One of the key challenges in intercultural
communication is the potential for
misunderstandings and miscommunication due
to cultural differences in language and
nonverbal cues.
 PROSOCIAL AND INTERCULTURAL COMMUNICATION

• For example, certain gestures or expressions that

are common in one culture may be considered
offensive or inappropriate in another.

Therefore, it is essential to understand the

cultural background and communication styles
of the people we interact with to avoid
misunderstandings and build trust.
 PROSOCIAL AND INTERCULTURAL COMMUNICATION

Prosocial communication can help overcome these

challenges by emphasizing the importance of
empathy, active listening, and open-mindedness in
intercultural interactions.
One of the key benefits of prosocial
communication in intercultural contexts is that
it can help promote cross-cultural
understanding and cooperation.
 PROSOCIAL AND INTERCULTURAL COMMUNICATION
Prosocial communication can help overcome these challenges by
emphasizing the importance of empathy, active listening, and open-
mindedness in intercultural interactions.

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[ ] When we communicate prosocially, we are more
likely to listen actively, ask questions, and seek
clarification, which can help us better understand the
perspectives and needs of others. This can lead to
more effective collaboration and problem-solving, as
well as more positive intercultural relationships.
 PROSOCIAL AND INTERCULTURAL
COMMUNICATION

Additionally, being aware of our own

cultural biases and power dynamics, and
being open to learning about the cultural
backgrounds and communication styles of
others, can help us to communicate more
effectively in intercultural contexts.
Thank you for
listening!
PRESENTATION BY :
GORPID, LARA MAE P.
ROMERO, PRINCESS DIAN
D.
BRIONES, EHDILYN MAE R.