Topic

COMMUNICATION PRINCIPLES

No. of hours: ​3

Mode of delivery ​Synchronous and Asynchronous

1. Explain the importance of communication principles.

Learning objectives chart. 3. Critique a
2. Discuss each principle using a communication situation.
ASYNCHRONOUS SYNCHRONOUS
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ONLINE TOOL/S ONLINE TOOL/S
ACTIVITIES
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KWL Chart Official LMS
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Activity by your teacher) Zoom
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Activity 2 Outputs Critiquing sent to your LMS or
Second Blog
(Link/s will be given Google Meet Google Classroom)
Quizziz.com Google Forms
Zeetings
Evaluation​(Link will be given
by your teacher)

Submission of

Outputs​Please check/ visit your LMS or Google Classroom for the announcement on the
submission of your outputs. You may also reach your teacher through contact
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The
online
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and resources for synchronous and asynchronous tasks to be used shall depend on the agreement between the teacher and students. The
online platforms above are only suggested. Teachers are given the liberty to choose tools which best suit the learning environment and
resource-capacities of the learners without setting aside the competencies expected for the course.

Study the terms below then write your initial answers in the KWL chart.

Trustworthiness Active Listening Non-judgemental No Assumptions Authenticity

Value Difference
WHAT I LEARNED
(Your teacher will inform
you when to answer this No Assumptions
part.)
Authenticity
Trustworthiness
Value Difference
Active Listening
WHAT I KNOW​WHAT I WANT TO ​ KNOW

Non-judgmental
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used for the synchronous discussion of this activity.

Communication is fundamental to all relationships. Poor communication is the most

frequently cited cause of discontent within organizations and it would be reasonable to expect that
most employers are seeking to appoint people with good communication skills.

PRINCIPLES OF COMMUNICATION
1. Trustworthiness

Effective relationships are built on trust and with respect to communication, trust that
both parties are applying the same principles. Without a sense of trust, it may be difficult to
really engage in meaningful communication.

2. Active Listening

Active listening means being focused entirely on the person speaking, and not interrupting
or starting to fashion your own response before someone has finished his/her sentence.

3. Non-judgemental
 Judging others is not a good basis for building relationships. It is very easy to say that we
should be non-judgemental, but an extremely difficult principle to live by. It is so easy to judge;
we do it all the time. As human beings we seem to be programmed to judge other people.
What is meant by being judgemental? Put simply, it means that the person who is judging
another thinks that “I’m right, you’re wrong”. “I’m better than you are” or “you’re better than
me” and “my ideas are better than your ideas” are other examples of passing judgement.

4. Value Difference
Value the different contributions that people you interact with bring to your relationships.
Their opinions may be different but not better or worse. If you can create a trusting
environment, whereby people know that their contributions will be valued, they are not being
judged, people are respectfully listening to them and appreciating their input, that what they
say remains confidential and that they are being listened to fully, you create an environment
for active engagement and fruitful relationships.

5. No Assumptions

People can interpret words they hear in a way that was not intended by the person who
said them. If someone says one thing and another takes those words to mean something
completely different, communication has not occurred. There has simply been an exchange of
words without comprehension. This happens when we assume that we understand what is
meant without checking things out. It is important to clarify what someone means, rather than
make assumptions that you have understood what they are trying to convey.

6. Authenticity

Be truthful in your communications. We communicate in a number of ways, not just by the

words we use. How we say things and movement of the body all have a bearing on the
message that is conveyed to the listener or observer. Research tells us that words actually have
the least impact on our communication (around 7%). The manner in which we say things – tone,
speed, etc. (music 38%) and our body language (dance – 55%) are far more important in
conveying our message.

In conclusion, these basic communication principles will help to ensure that we have
heard and been heard without misinterpretation.
General Direction:

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on the online tools to be used and the mode and
deadline of submission of your activities.
Activity 1

Rank the principles of communication from most to least important according to what you
have understood from the lesson then write your explanation why you say so. Use the chart
below.

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Activity 2
Observe one communication situation ​(at home, from videos via internet or live stream or
whichever is applicable) ​and list down the principles of communication present. Write a critique
paper in 2-3 paragraphs following the guide questions below.

Guide Questions:
1. What are the principles present in the situation?
2. Discuss each principle and its importance in achieving an effective

communication. ​Write your critique here.

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Evaluation:

∙ ​Visit our digital learning platform for your evaluation.

Assignment:
∙ ​Read articles about communication ethics. Be ready to share your output to the class next
session.

Rubrics​:

For Writing Activity

Content - 40%
Organization - 30%
Relevance to the topic - 20%
Mechanics - 10%
Total ​100%
Reference:

Bradburry, B. (2011). Principles for Effective Communication. Retrieved on August 10, 2020
from ​http://hallandsolutions.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/Principles-for-Effective
Communication.pdf