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QUARTER 4 – MODULE 2
INTERPERSONAL
COMMUNICATION
It can never be denied how important communication is in our everyday living, may it be for
personal purpose, for professional, or in academics. Interpersonal communication skills are those which
you will need every day and must be improved as time goes by.
They are some of the most important skills that we need to focus on as a large percentage of
our lives involves interacting with people; friends, colleagues, family or our boss.
Interpersonal skills also play a part in our career development and we will find a lot of that topic
on various job websites about some of the most important do’s and don’ts that will be of great help to
all in any walks of life.
At first, it may seem a simple and natural thing to do, but talking to people is a complex process
and it becomes more difficult when we do not know how the other person will react. This is where
effective communication comes into play.
There is a great difference in the ability to communicate and the ability to communicate
effectively. Thus, it requires a person to have good communication skills as it can make or break trust,
deals or even change one’s career.
What I know
Pretest
What’s In
Hello, guys! Previously, we learned about the key features of academic writing that will help you
in preparing for college.
In today’s journey, your attention will be focused on the interpersonal communication.
What’s New
Minutes to Associate
Now, we will study the process of communication. Look at the figure below.
What about the process of communication is the figure trying to tell us?
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Nature of Communication
1. Communication is a process.
2. Communication occurs between two or more people (the speaker and the
receiver).
3. Communication can be expressed through written or spoken words, actions
(nonverbal), or both spoken words and nonverbal actions at the same time.
4. Receiver – the recipient of the message, or someone who decodes the message
Clarifies Relaxes
Listens Opens up
Encourages empathically Leans toward the other person
Acknowledges Establishes eye contact
Restates/repeats Shows appropriate facial expressions
Verbal Communication refers to an interaction in which words are used to relay a message.
For effective and successful verbal communication, use words to express ideas which can be
easily understood by the person you are talking to.
Nonverbal Communication includes all other aspects of communication other than the words
themselves. Nonverbal communication helps us to establish our identity and negotiate
relationships. This includes body language, eye contact, facial expressions, and even tone of
voice. Choosing the right words is important but the messages sent nonverbally are just as
important to remember.
Body Posture – Your body posture tells a great deal about your feelings. It is important
to hold yourself in a way that looks natural to others and feels natural to you.
Eye Contact – When you talk with people, you should try to hold their attention by
looking directly into their eyes. When someone is talking with you, look at him or her.
If you look off in another direction and/or roll your eyes, you nonverbally tell the
person that you are not interested in what he or she is saying.
Body Movements –
Nodding your head occasionally lets the person with whom you are speaking know
you are listening and following the conversation.
Using hand gestures can help emphasize key points in your conversation.
Controlling body movements is important, since some movements tend to interfere
with your ability to communicate effectively with others.
Facial Expressions – People appear aggressive when they clench their teeth, jut out
their lower jaw, or purse their lips. They appear to be passive when they bite their lower
lip or if they smile, laugh, or wink when saying something serious. A pleasant
expression helps people feel relaxed. People who smile and laugh appropriately during
a conversation are considered socially effective.
Tone of Voice – Voice quality should be calm and even. The speech rate should be
slow enough for others to follow the speaker’s thoughts. A fast talker is often seen as
aggressive. A person who speaks too slowly is viewed as passive. A whining tone may
be viewed as childish or aggressive. Sarcasm is often interpreted as aggressive
behavior.
4. Context. Context is about the environmental factors that influence the outcome of
communication. This includes where the discussion is taking place and the relationship between
the message sender and receiver. For example, if you’re presenting a project in front of potential
5. Channel of communication. Channel is the means through which the message is conveyed.
For example, during face-to-face interpersonal communication, you can pass a message through
your voice and your eyes. So, the channel of communication affects the interaction.
6. Noise. Noise is anything that disfigures the message. So, if you are relaying a message and
you’re using jargons or referring to cultural differences, you are creating noise. Interpersonal
communication should flow. Therefore, you have to communicate efficiently without using
unrelated details to your messages and without using difficult words.
What’s More
Now that you’ve learned about communication, you can try doing the
following tasks.
Directions: Search for the given words in the puzzle below. The words may be
formed in an (upward) , (downward) , (sideward) , or in a slanting position
a r e i n t e r v i e w e r e
m o s t e o s a j k l b i y n
e a c a r e l e s s l o v o e
s s n x p a y e r i s e i u r
s t o i l i v s e t y t a k e
a f i x i o n g t i a r e t y
g e s t u r e s x c w x y c z
e n e r g y m e i v n o p h q
n o s e h e r n o v e r b a l
y e l l s t u d c t i o y n o
z e v e t m e e s s i r a n v
m o r v m i n r e c e i v e r
e l m o o y v i r a c e l l e
l a Y l a r i s s e m u s l v
y e a d i a l o g u e s t i e
sender gestures
communication noise
receiver interview
message dialogue
channel verbal
B. Aside from the strategies stated above, give at least two (2) additional pointers
that could contribute to a better interpersonal communication. You may refer
your answer to the previous discussion on pages 4-7.
1. Body Movements 1.
2.
2. Eye Contact 1.
2.
3. Facial Expressions 1.
2.
4. Tone of Voice 1.
2.
5. Message Delivery 1.
2.
Directions: Complete the meaning of the terms with the information needed to show
your understanding of the topic.
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What I Can Do
Minutes to Use It!
Aside from your lessons in English, in what other specific lesson in other
subjects can you use today’s learning? Make a short dialogue with your mother using
the topic “The new normal way of learning”. Use a separate sheet for your answer.
Assessment
Direction: Choose the letter of the best answer and write it on a
separate sheet of paper.
1. What is Verbal Communication?
a. Talking to someone
b. When someone is talking and someone else is listening
c. When more than one person is talking
d. Using verbal noises to show you are listening like “uh huh”
2. What is communication without words?
a. There is no communication without words
b. Non-verbal communication
c. Telepathy
d. Sign language
3. Using your whole body to communicate is called what?
a. Miming
b. Body language
c. Sign language
d. Exuberant communication
4. Waving is what type of communication?
a. Gestures
b. Body language
c. Sign language
d. Body position
REFERENCES:
https://www.ffa.orig/resources/educators/communication.com
https:rethority/interpersonal/communication.com
Https://www.skillsyouneed.com/interpersonal communication-html
www.oxforddictionaries.com
English learner’s material p. 155-177