Vision: Truth and Goodness in Man and for Mission: Produce through a responsive curriculum

all others through Education. Tomas Del Rosario College morally upright, committed and competent
Capitol Drive, San Jose, Balanga City graduates capable of meeting the growing
Tel No: (047) 237-3115; Tel No: (047) 791-6082 human resources needs in the profession,
government, business, industry and home.

Department: COMPUTER SCIENCE

I. Course Code : GE 5 II. Course Title : Purposive Communication

III. Course Credit : 3 IV. Prerequisite :

V. Course Description:

Purposive Communication is about writing, speaking, and presenting to different audiences and for various purposes (CMO 20 s 2013). It is a three-unit
course that develops students’ communicative competence and enhances their cultural and intercultural awareness through multimodal tasks that provide them
opportunities for communication effectively and appropriately to a multicultural audience in a local or global context. It equips students with tools for critical
evaluation of a variety of texts and focuses on the power of language and the impact of images to emphasize the importance of conveying messages responsibly.
The knowledge, skills, and insights that students gain from this course may be used in their other academic endeavors, their chosen disciplines, and their future
careers as they compose and produce relevant oral, written, audio-visual and/or web-based output for various purposes.

Program Educational Objectives:

A graduate of a BS Computer Science degree should be able to:

1. Provide students with an understanding and appreciation of the societal consequences of technology, including computers, and of the ethical issues
that may arise with new technologies
2. Prepare students who will have the theoretical, practical, and professional knowledge to be immediately productive upon entering the workforce or
advanced study.
3. Demonstrate awareness of emerging technologies and the ability to evaluate and utilize currently available software development tools.
4. Show an ability to acquire new knowledge in the computing discipline and to engage in life-long learning.
5. Provide a strong grounding in the body of knowledge and theories of computer science.
6. Understand and apply these essential concepts, principles and practices, showing judgment in the selection, design and application of tools and
techniques;
7. Enhance skills and embrace new technologies through life-long professional development.
 Vision: Truth and Goodness in Man and for
all others through Education. Tomas Del Rosario College
Capitol Drive, San Jose, Balanga City
Tel No: (047) 237-3115; Tel No: (047) 791-6082
Mission: Produce through a responsive curriculum
morally upright, committed and competent
graduates capable of meeting the growing
human resources needs in the profession,
government, business, industry and home.

8. Recognize and be guided by social, professional and ethical standards involved in the use of computing technologies.

Student Learning Outcomes/Objectives:

By the time of graduation, BSCS students will be able to:

1. Analyse a complex computing problem and to apply principles of computing and other relevant disciplines to identify solutions.
2. Design, implement, and evaluate a computing-based solution to meet a given set of computing requirements in the context of the program’s discipline.
3. Communicate effectively in a variety of professional contexts. 
4. Recognize professional responsibilities and make informed judgments in computing practice based on legal and ethical principles.
5. Function effectively as a member or leader of a team engaged in activities appropriate to the program’s discipline.
6. Apply computer science theory and software development fundamentals to produce computing-based solutions.

Course General Objectives:

At the of this course, students are expected to:

Knowledge
1. describe the nature, elements, and functions of verbal and nonverbal communication in various multicultural contexts;
2. explain how cultural and global issues affect communication;
3. determine culturally appropriate terms, expressions, and images;
4. evaluate multimodal texts critically to enhance receptive (listening, reading, viewing) skills;
5. summarize the principles of academic text structure;

Skills
1. convey ideas through oral, audio-visual, and/or web-based presentations for different target audiences in local and global settings using appropriate
registers
2. create clear, coherent, and effective communication materials
3. present ideas persuasively using appropriate language registers, tone, facial expressions, and gestures
4. write and present academic papers using appropriate tone, style, conventions, and reference styles
 Vision: Truth and Goodness in Man and for
all others through Education. Tomas Del Rosario College
Capitol Drive, San Jose, Balanga City
Tel No: (047) 237-3115; Tel No: (047) 791-6082
Mission: Produce through a responsive curriculum
morally upright, committed and competent
graduates capable of meeting the growing
human resources needs in the profession,
government, business, industry and home.

Values
1. adopt cultural and intercultural awareness and sensitivity in communication of ideas
2. appreciate the differences of the varieties of spoken and written language
3. adopt awareness of audience and context in presenting ideas
4. appreciate the impact of communication on society and the world

IV. Course Content

Outcome-Based
Assessment of Learning
Teaching and Learning
Time Desired Learning Outcomes (DLO) Course Content/Subject Matter Outcomes (ALO)
(OBTL)
Frame (Intended Learning Outcomes) (Topics) (Assessment
(Teacher-Learner
Methods/Tasks)
Activities)
 Discussion/Oral
-  Lecture
 Explain the vision, mission, and core recitation of the vision,
 Vision, Mission, Goals and Core Values  Teacher led-class
values of the institution mission, and goals of
discussion
 Orient students about their  Course Overview the institution
 Individual sharing
Week 1 expectations from the course  Getting students’
 Rules and Policies and discussion
expectations
 Lecture and class
 Evaluation/Discussion
 Examine and describe the process of  Laying Communication Foundations discussion on the
the characteristics of
communication - The Communication Process elements and types
good communication
of communication
Week  Describe local and global  Lecture and class  Reaction
2-3 communication in multicultural  Local and Global Communication in discussion on the (spoken/written) on
settings Multicultural Settings effect culture has on the impact of
communication globalization on how
 Discuss how multicultural  Understanding How Culture Affects people communicate
communication affects world Communication
 Vision: Truth and Goodness in Man and for
all others through Education. Tomas Del Rosario College
Capitol Drive, San Jose, Balanga City
Tel No: (047) 237-3115; Tel No: (047) 791-6082
Mission: Produce through a responsive curriculum
morally upright, committed and competent
graduates capable of meeting the growing
human resources needs in the profession,
government, business, industry and home.

communication
 Understand the advances in  Meeting the Challenge of Today’s
technology making communication Communication Technologies  Quiz/Seatwork
 Brainstorming
easier, richer, and faster  Research and Report
Week  Discussion on the
 Identify features of formal and  Varieties and Registers of Spoken and  Grammar/Mechanics
4-6 different registers of
informal language registers Written Language Checkup
language
 Analyze texts in terms of language
use and style

PRELIMINARY EXAMINATION

Outcome-Based
Assessment of Learning
Teaching and Learning
Time Desired Learning Outcomes (DLO) Course Content/Subject Matter Outcomes (ALO)
(OBTL)
Frame (Intended Learning Outcomes) (Topics) (Assessment
(Teacher-Learner
Methods/Tasks)
Activities)

 Recognize how the eyes, face, body  Improving Nonverbal Communication Skills
and appearance can send nonverbal
messages  Improving Listening Skills  Individual two-
minute presentation
Week  Identify barriers to listening  Improving Speaking Skills based on current
 Lecture and Class
7-8 issues
Discussion
 Suggest techniques for becoming an  Grammar/Mechanics
active and effective listener Checkup
 Quiz/Exercise
 Implement techniques for delivering
a successful oral report

Week  Brainstorming  Quiz/Seatwork

9-10  Convey ideas through oral, audio-  Communication for Various Purposes  Lecture and Class  Research and Report
 Vision: Truth and Goodness in Man and for
all others through Education. Tomas Del Rosario College
Capitol Drive, San Jose, Balanga City
Tel No: (047) 237-3115; Tel No: (047) 791-6082
Mission: Produce through a responsive curriculum
morally upright, committed and competent
graduates capable of meeting the growing
human resources needs in the profession,
government, business, industry and home.

visual and/or web-based

presentations for different target - Types of Speeches
audiences in local and global - Types of Writing
 Grammar/Mechanics
settings using appropriate registers
Discussion Checkup
 Present effectively using various
types of speech and writing

 Identify and determine the nature,

 Communication for Academic Purposes
process, and features of research
 Lecture and Class  Analysis/Presentation
Week study  Developing Basic Writing Techniques
Discussion  Research
11-12  Make writing more readable by
 Applying Advanced Writing Techniques  Exercises
using plain language
 Achieve a forceful style in writing

MIDTERM EXAMINATION

 Written and/or oral

 Identify the similarities and  Lecture and class presentation of a
differences of personal and  Communication for work purposes discussion on business proposal,
professional communication effective media campaign
Week
 Fundamentals of Effective Communication communication and proposal, program or
13-14
 Evaluate authentic communication in the Workplace oral presentations in project proposal using
materials using the criteria of an the workplace communication aids,
effective communication strategies, and tools
of technology
 Vision: Truth and Goodness in Man and for
all others through Education. Tomas Del Rosario College
Capitol Drive, San Jose, Balanga City
Tel No: (047) 237-3115; Tel No: (047) 791-6082
Mission: Produce through a responsive curriculum
morally upright, committed and competent
graduates capable of meeting the growing
human resources needs in the profession,
government, business, industry and home.

Outcome-Based
Assessment of Learning
Teaching and Learning
Time Desired Learning Outcomes (DLO) Course Content/Subject Matter Outcomes (ALO)
(OBTL)
Frame (Intended Learning Outcomes) (Topics) (Assessment
(Teacher-Learner
Methods/Tasks)
Activities)

 Lecture and
 Explain the process of resume socialized class
planning discussion on
Week  Submission and
 Describe the tasks involved in  Planning, Writing, and Completing Your writing a clear and
15-16 presentation of
writing resume Resume organized resume
resume
 Write a resume in response to a customized to one’s
specific job posting qualifications and
target position.

 Lecture/Discussion
 Use the STAR approach in
responding to interview questions
 Brainstorming on  Undergo a mock
Week  Describe the types of interview  Communication for Employment: Building
behavioral, interview for a job
17-18 questions Interview Skills
situational, application
 Respond successfully to interview
working, and stress
questions in a job mock interview
interviews

FINAL EXAMINATION
Vision: Truth and Goodness in Man and for
all others through Education. Tomas Del Rosario College
Capitol Drive, San Jose, Balanga City
Tel No: (047) 237-3115; Tel No: (047) 791-6082
Mission: Produce through a responsive curriculum
morally upright, committed and competent
graduates capable of meeting the growing
human resources needs in the profession,
government, business, industry and home.

V. Course Requirement/Course Assessment (Grading System)

1. Quizzes
2. Recitation
3. Assignments
4. Chapter Test / Long Exams computed as follows:

A. PRELIMS AVERAGE: D. FINAL GRADE

CSx2+Examination Rating PA+MA+FA
3 3

B. MID-TERM AVERAGE
CSx2+Examination Rating
3

C. FINAL AVERAGE
CSx2+Examination Rating
3
Vision: Truth and Goodness in Man and for
all others through Education. Tomas Del Rosario College
Capitol Drive, San Jose, Balanga City
Tel No: (047) 237-3115; Tel No: (047) 791-6082
Mission: Produce through a responsive curriculum
morally upright, committed and competent
graduates capable of meeting the growing
human resources needs in the profession,
government, business, industry and home.

VI. References

Dungca, Catherine M. Ed. D. Exploring the Language Agenda through Purposive Communication. 2019
Lim, Jonna Marie A. A Course Module for Purposive Communication. Rex Book Store. 2019
Madrunio, Marilu R. Purposive Communication Using English in Multilingual Contexts. C & E Publishing, Inc. 2018
Mercado, Eunice D. Purposive Communication. Jimczyville Publications. 2018
Ang, Jaime G. English 102. Mutya Publishing House, Inc. 2006
Cendaña, Teresita V. Communication Skills in English. UST Publishing House. 2000
Delos Reyes, Rodolfo A. Watch Your English. New Edition. RAdelosReyes Management Consultancy. 2007
Parson, Celia F. Bridges to Communication. UP Learning Resource Center.2000
Strunk, William Jr. and E.B. White. The Elements of Style. Fourth Edition. Macmillan Publishing Co. Inc. 2000
Aquino , F. Effective Speech Oral Communication. Katha Publishing Co., Inc. 2002
Gupit, F. Elements of Public Speaking Fourth Edition. Rex Book Store Co., Inc. 2000

Prepared by: Reviewed by: Recommending Approval:

DANIEL A. GAMIT JENNIFER W. MEJIA LUISA M. ISIDRO

Instructor Department Chair College Dean (OIC)

Approved:

MERCEDES G. SANCHEZ, Ed. D.

Vision: Truth and Goodness in Man and for
all others through Education. Tomas Del Rosario College
Capitol Drive, San Jose, Balanga City
Tel No: (047) 237-3115; Tel No: (047) 791-6082
Mission: Produce through a responsive curriculum
morally upright, committed and competent
graduates capable of meeting the growing
human resources needs in the profession,
government, business, industry and home.

Vice President for Academics, Student Affairs and Extension Services