Chapter 6 Lesson 1 and 3
Chapter 6 Lesson 1 and 3
COMMUNICATION AIDS
AND STRATEGIES USING
TOOLS OF TECHNOLOGY
This chapter focuses on the
understanding of
communication aids and
strategies using tools of
technology.
Expected Outcomes:
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. Adopt awareness of audience and context in
presenting ideas; and
3. Create an audio-visual, and/or web-based
presentation to promote cultural values
Lesson 1:
TECHNOLOGY-BASED
COMMUNICATION
TOOLS
Communication combined
with technology is called as
backbone of social
interaction.
E-mail (electronic mail)
a means or system for transmitting
messages electronically (Merriam-Webster)
become a standard form of business
communication
allows you to take care of a lot
of customers, as well as partners
and other stakeholders without
lengthy conversations
you may send the same
Texting
an electronic message sent
over a cellular network from one
cell phone to another by typing
words (Dictionary.com)
has become the most personal
form of business communication
your personal text number is
reserved for a few close
associates.
Instant Messaging
a system for sending messages
quickly over the Internet from one
computer to another computer
(Merriam-Webster)
can contribute to the success of your
negotiations
tends to be for longer discussions than
texting
you can engage someone in another
Social Networking
the use of Internet-based social media
programs to make connection with friends,
family, classmates, customers or clients
(investopedia.com)
you
for social or business
will have to adjustpurposes
your
communication style
you gather “friends” on
these sites
Tweeting
act of sending welcomed messages to people you
are connected to via social media
(urbandictionary.com)
allows
can be you
usedtofor
broadcast
social orvery short messages called
“tweets”
business purpose
current or latest updates
are posted immediately
by reliable news sources
or organizations
Blogging
“blog” is short for “web log”
getting a blogger to review a certain product or service
can be a good way to promote your business
often written by amateurs
some companies
from sole
proprietorship to large
corporations have
established their own
blogs as a primary
Video Conferencing
a technology that allows users in
different locations to hold face-to-
face meetings without having to
move to a single location together
(investopedia.com)
you can save travel money
through this
can be used by companies who
Lesson 2:
MULTIMEDIA
PRESENTATION
Multimedia
the combined use of
several media, as sound and
full-motion video in computer
applications (dictionary.com)
uses a combination of
different content such as text,
audio, images, animations,
video and interactive content
Elements of Multimedia
Text
Image
Sound
Animation
Video
Use of area
Multimedia use in
business
Multimedia use in
education
Multimedia use at home
Multimedia use in
public places
Presentation program
a software package used to
display information in the form of
a slideshow
has three (3) major functions:
an editor that allows text to be
inserted and formatted
a method for inserting and
manipulating graphic images
a slideshow system to display
the content
Multimedia Presentation
differs from the normal presentation
it contains some form of animation or
media
contains at least one of the following
elements: video or movie clip
PowerPoint
It used to present ideas
in a well-organized
manner
Twelve tips for
Creating
Effective
Presentations
1.
Design a template that is
free from distracting
items.
2.
Ensure your template
promotes readability.
3.
Select a sans serif
font.
4.
Always use fonts that
are 24 point or larger.
5.
Incorporate high quality photos,
images or diagrams that
reinforce your verbal message.
6.
Use phrases or abbreviated
sentences, rather than full
sentences.
7.
Use bullet points sparingly. If
using bullet points, be sure they
are less than six words long.
8.
Eliminate the use of headings or
titles unless they communicate
the main message.
9.
Use animation, slide
transitions, audio, and
video sparingly.
10. Highlight the most important
information
11.
Create a handout to
accompany your
presentation.
12.
Be passionate about
your topic.