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The document discusses the importance of registers, audience, and context awareness in effective communication, outlining different types of language registers and their appropriate usage. It also emphasizes the role of communication aids and multimodal engagement strategies to enhance understanding and retention during presentations. Additionally, it presents debate questions regarding the tailoring of communication to specific audiences and the necessity of communication aids.

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Multimodal Engagement G2 2

The document discusses the importance of registers, audience, and context awareness in effective communication, outlining different types of language registers and their appropriate usage. It also emphasizes the role of communication aids and multimodal engagement strategies to enhance understanding and retention during presentations. Additionally, it presents debate questions regarding the tailoring of communication to specific audiences and the necessity of communication aids.

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GE 111 Purposive Communication

Registers:
Audience and
Context
Awareness in
Presenting Ideas
MODULE 2: LESSON 3
Learning Targets

Introduce the topic: Registers, Audience and


01 Context Awareness in presenting ideas.

Explain the significance of communication aids


02 and strategies for multimodal engagement.

03 Present the structure of the debate.


INTRODUCTION
What is register?

Language register is defined


as the appropriateness of the
level and style of speaking and
writing.
It guides a speaker or writer in
the use of vocabulary,
structure, and grammar.
Types of register
1. Formal - formal register is the style of writing or
speaking for unfamiliar
audience/readers or for your superiors
in an office

2. Informal - the informal register, otherwise called


casual or intimate is recommended
when writing/speaking to friends and
familiar person.

3. Neutral - this register is the more objective,


impersonal and factual type of writing or
speaking
4 Types of Context Awareness
1. Audience Awareness

Who are you presenting to?


Consider their age, background, knowledge level,
interests, and potential biases. Tailor your language,
examples, and references to resonate with their
understanding and connect with their interests.

What is the audience's purpose for attending your


presentation?
Are they seeking information, being persuaded, or
simply engaged? This will influence the level of detail,
the approach you take, and the desired outcome.
4 Types of Context Awareness
2. Setting Awareness

Where are you presenting?


Is it a formal boardroom, a casual conference, or an
online meeting? Adapt your tone, formality, and visuals
to suit the environment.

What is the occasion? Is it a celebratory event, a


critical decision-making meeting, or a
brainstorming session?
Tailor your overall message and delivery style to align
with the overall tone and purpose of the occasion.
4 Types of Context Awareness
3. Cultural Awareness

If presenting to a diverse audience, be mindful of cultural


sensitivities. Avoid using offensive language, humor, or imagery. Be
respectful of different customs and perspectives, and adapt your
communication style accordingly.

4. Current Awareness

If presenting to a diverse audience, be mindful of cultural


sensitivities. Avoid using offensive language, humor, or imagery. Be
respectful of different customs and perspectives, and adapt your
communication style accordingly.
Communication Aids and
Strategies for Multimodal
Engagement

MODULE 3: LESSON 1
COMMUNICATION AIDS
also known as Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC)
tools, are tools and strategies that help individuals with speech and
language difficulties to communicate effectively. These tools can be
used by people of all ages with a variety of communication
impairments, including:
Aphasia, Autism spectrum disorder (ASD), Cerebral palsy, Down
syndrome, Dysarthria, Apraxia of speech

Communication aids can range from low-tech to high-tech and can


be unaided (using no additional equipment) or aided (using
specialized tools).
Examples of Examples of
low-tech communication aids: high-tech communication aids:

Picture boards: These boards contain Speech-generating devices (SGDs):


pictures or symbols that represent words These devices allow individuals to select words
or phrases that the individual can point to or symbols on a screen, and the device then
or select to communicate their needs and speaks the words aloud.
wants.
Tablets and computers with specialized
Communication books: These are software:
similar to picture boards but can be These can be used to access a variety of
more portable and can be customized communication apps and tools, including voice
to include specific vocabulary for output, symbol communication, and text-to-
different situations. speech.

Gestures and facial expressions: These Eye gaze technology:


can be used to supplement spoken This allows individuals to control a computer or
communication or to communicate on communication device using their eyes.
their own.
MULTIMODAL ENGAGEMENT

Multimodal engagement refers to the practice of


engaging an audience through multiple
communication channels and sensory experiences.
In simpler terms, it means using a variety of
methods to capture and hold an audience's
attention, catering to different learning styles and
preferences.
1. Multiple communication channels:

This involves incorporating various mediums to convey your message, going beyond
just text or speech. Examples include:

Visuals: Images, infographics, videos, animations, and diagrams


Audio: Music, sound effects, podcasts, and spoken word
Kinesthetic: Interactive elements, simulations, hands-on activities, and physical
movement
Text: Written content, articles, scripts, and presentations

2. Sensory experiences:

Multimodal engagement aims to stimulate different senses – sight, sound, touch,


and even smell in some cases – to create a more immersive and engaging
experience. This variety caters to diverse learning styles, allowing individuals to
connect with the information in ways that resonate best with them.
Benefits of multimodal engagement

Increased attention and retention.


By stimulating multiple senses, information is processed and remembered more
effectively.

Enhanced accessibility
Providing diverse content formats allows individuals with different abilities to
access and understand the information.

Boosts engagement
The dynamic nature of multimodal presentations keeps the audience interested
and actively involved.

Promotes understanding
Presenting information through various channels can clarify complex concepts
and cater to different learning styles.
Benefits of multimodal engagement

Examples of multimodal engagement:

An educational video combining animation, narration, and


interactive quizzes.

A museum exhibit using displays, touchscreens, and audio guides.

A marketing campaign utilizing social media, visual content, and


interactive experiences.

By incorporating various elements and catering to different senses,


multimodal engagement fosters a more comprehensive and
impactful way to connect with your audience.
DEBATE
QUESTIONS
Registers, Audience,
and Context Awareness

FIRST TOPIC
Should communication
always be tailored to the
specific audience and context,
or are there situations where a
more standardized approach is
preferable?
Is it more important to
prioritize understanding the
audience's preferences and
context, or to maintain
consistency and authenticity
in communication?
Communication Aids
and Strategies for
Multimodal
Engagement
SECOND TOPIC
Are communication aids
essential for effective
engagement, or do they often
detract from the clarity and
impact of the message?
Should multimodal
communication strategies be
used universally, or are there
situations where a single-
mode approach is more
effective?
Thank you!

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