PURPOSIVE COMMUNICATION – MODULE 3

If you find it difficult to manage your time maybe because you are overwhelmed by the
questions and activities that you need to answer and do, you may follow the schedule below for
every task. In each day, you may allot 1-2 hours for each task in this module so that it will be more
organized for you. You just need to set the things that you need to accomplish for the day. You can
do it!
It depends on you if you want to follow the schedule that I prepared for you.

- Ma’am Joy

ACTIVITIES/TASKS SCHEDULE
Activity 1.1 October 09, 2020 (Friday)
Questions – Set 1 (Lesson 1) October 10, 2020 (Saturday)
Questions – Set 2 (Lesson 1)
Questions – Set 3 (Lesson 1) October 11, 2020 (Sunday)
Questions – Set 4 (Lesson 1) October 12, 2020 (Monday)
Activity 2.1 October 13, 2020 (Tuesday)
Rest for Mock Interview October 14, 2020 (Wednesday)
Mock Interview October 15, 2020 (Thursday)
Review and Others that Should Be Done October 16 – 17 (Friday – Sunday)
Final Examination and Submission of Module October 19 (Monday)
3

LESSON 1: COMMUNICATION FOR ACADEMIC PURPOSES

Lesson Objectives:
After this lesson, you should be able to:
1. demonstrate an understanding of the conventions of communication for academic purposes;
2. write an explanatory essay;
3. differentiate the journal or diary entry and the blog;
4. appreciate the benefits of doing research; and
5. employ the acts and things needed in oral presentation

NOTE: The following are compiled lectures and readings taken directly from authors duly
acknowledged in the reference section.

WRITING EXPLANATORY ESSAY

 ‘Why’ questions are very important. If people in ancient times or the recent past did not ask
‘why’ questions or attempt to answer these questions, we would have very limited knowledge
about many things in our world.

 Addressing ‘why’ questions means providing explanations for phenomena. An explanatory

essay is one such example of a written piece of work that addresses ‘why’ questions. It explains a
particular topic to its readers. Since it is meant to inform or educate the readers, the essay should
present convincing and adequate support for the explanations.

ACTIVITY 1.1
Write an explanatory essay on any topic of your choice. Use another paper for this. The
essay must be at least 200 words long and is organized as follows:
 Introduction – one or two paragraphs
 Body – two or three paragraphs
 Conclusion – one or two paragraphs

Your essay will be marked using the following rubric:

CONTENT 10 points
Have you substantially explained the phenomenon you chose to
explain? Did you provide convincing and adequate support for
your explanations?
WRITING A BLOG
 Today, with easy access to computers and the Internet, people write their diaries differently. From
handwritten entries on a piece of paper or a notebook page, diaries in contemporary times come
in the form of online journal which are called blogs.

 The term “blog” is a short version of “weblog,” or an individualized piece of written work found
on the web.

 Blogs, like diary entries, are individual accounts of a writer’s experiences and emotions. Thus,
the viewpoint is usually personal and subjective.

 However, blogs are different from the traditional journal or diary entry in the sense that blogs are
uploaded to online platforms that make it easier for bloggers (those who write blogs) to include
visual features as well as links to other sites on the net.

 Unlike diary entries, blogs are public in nature. This means that bloggers, even if they write about
personal issues, must present these issues in a way that would interest the general public.

 Blogs, compared to diary entries, are more concerned with communicating a message, rather than
simply expressing or documenting an idea or emotion.

QUESTIONS – SET 1 (LESSON 1)

Read and answer each question carefully. Use another paper for this.
Just indicate what number set of questions or copy first each question before
writing the answer.

1. What is a blog
2. How is a blog similar to a journal or diary entry?
3. How is a blog different from a journal or diary entry?

RESEARCH-BASED ARGUMENTATIVE ESSAY

 Research-based argumentative essay is an essay that presents a writer’s position with support
from research studies.

 Its purpose is to persuade readers to accept the writer’s position.

 Research must support the writer’s claim or position.

 The research-based argumentative essay is the end product of research process that you must
undertake. This process includes the following pre-writing tasks.

Formulating the Research Question

 The essay you are writing is argumentative. This means you are expected to present a
clear stand on an issue that has at least two different (or opposing) sides. Some examples
of contentious issues include legalizing divorce and legalizing same-sex marriage in the
Philippines. For these issues, one position favors the passing of a law allowing divorce or
same-sex marriage; another position rejects the passing of such laws.

 Many good examples of contentious issues of your paper include those that do not deal
with legalizing practices in the Philippines. You may choose topics that concern your
school, province, city, town, barangay, or even those that relate to the environment in
general, and other nations and regions, such as South East Asia. For instance, you may
want to take a position concerning waste segregation in your barangay. You may also opt
to look into the benefits of eco-tourism in your town.

 Decide on an issue you would like to work on. Then, read about this issue. Check that the
issue has two opposing viewpoints. If this issue interests you, pick this as your topic for
the essay. Then formulate a research question similar to the examples that follow.
 Examples:
Why should divorce be legalized in the Philippines?
Why should same-sex marriage be legalized in the Philippines?
Why should the practice of proper waste segregation the instituted in my
barangay?
Why should eco-tourism be promoted in my community?

Finding the Answers to the Research Question

 After formulating the research question, plan the next steps for finding answers to your
question. This requires preparation of an annotated research bibliography which is a
list of sources with a brief description of the content of each source. Your sources must
be acceptable. Is the source relevant? Does it provide the latest facts and figures? Is it
reliable? Given these criteria for deciding on the acceptability of sources, the following
are not usually considered:
 Any holy book (i.e., Bible) or inspirational (e.g., self-help books)
 Any work of literature (e.g., novels, short stories, plays, poems)
 The dictionary
 Personal blogs or journal, diary entries
 Wikipedia

 After completing this annotated research bibliography, your teacher will help you decide
if you are ready to proceed to the research proper. Your teacher will determine if you
have enough sources for each of the two opposing positions of your topic.

Doing Research
 After your research question and annotated research bibliography have been approved,
it’s time for you to do the research. This means that you will read each of the sources you
identified and take research notes. If you do not find the answers you need from the
sources you identified, you may have to look for other sources.
 There are three types of notes, namely paraphrases, summaries and direct quotations.
 Paraphrasing is done when you use your own words in taking down
notes.
 If the information provided in the source is long, it is best to summarize.
 You may also copy the note verbatim or exactly as it is presented in the
source if you wish to preserve the source.
Preparing to Write the Paper

The Thesis Statement

 The thesis statement is the main point or central argument of your paper. It expresses
your stand on the issue you chose to do research on.
 In order to formulate a good thesis statement, make sure it does the following:
 presents a strong position that is supported by convincing evidence; and
 suggests a framework for organizing the essay.
Example 1:
Despite the growing number of broken families in the country, divorce should
not be legalized in the Philippines.

What are the characteristics of the thesis statement above? First, it clearly
argues that a divorce law in the Philippines is not desirable. Second, with the use of the word
‘despite,’ it can be predicted that the writer of the essay will present contrasting scenarios for a
country with divorce law on the one hand, and a country without a divorce law on the other
hand.

Example 2:
Because of the economic and environmental benefits it brings, eco-tourism
should be promoted in my community.

What are the characteristics of the second thesis statement above? First, it
clearly argues that eco-tourism is more desirable than traditional tourism because of the benefits
 the former brings. Second, with the use of the word ‘because,’ it can be predicted that the writer
will introduce a cause-and-effect dimension to the essay.

The Outline

 After having done research about your topic, choose one side that you agree with. This
side is your argument or your position.

 Then, list all the factual support for your argument. Do the same for the other side, which
is the opposing position. List all the factual support you have gathered for that position.
When all these are complete, you are ready to write an outline of your essay. This outline
gives your paper a general shape. It is some sort of a written plan for your essay.

 If the outline is well-done, then half the work of writing the paper is also done.

 Your outline must be complete. It must contain all the main points of your research-based
argumentative paper. This means that the outline should have the following parts:
 Your thesis statement
 Your argument and specific support for this argument
 The opposing argument and specific support for this argument
 A list of sources for all support that will be used in the paper.

The Essay

 After you have completed all the pre-writing tasks, you are ready to write your essay. In
writing the paper, observe the citation conventions required in your class.
 Make sure that you practice intellectual honesty by acknowledging all your sources.

 Any fact, figure, idea, or concept that is not yours must be acknowledged in the paper
using the proper citation format. Otherwise, you will be accused of plagiarism.

QUESTIONS – SET 2 (LESSON 1)

Read and answer each question carefully. Use another paper for this. Just indicate
what number set of questions or copy first each question before writing the answer.

1. How is the argumentative essay the same or different from the explanation essay
and the blog?
2. What is the role of research in producing the argumentative essay?
3. What pre-writing tasks must be undertaken before you write the argumentative
essay?
4. How can you practice intellectual honesty when you write your essay or paper?

THE ORAL PRESENTATION

Preparing a Speech Oral Report

 When you become professionals, there will always be a time that you will face an audience. It
may come as unplanned activity in which you will be forced to speak impromptu or it may be a
previously planned event that has given you sufficient time to prepare.

 Whatever the case may be, you need to exude some degree of confidence as presentation of oral
reports or speeches can be very threatening.

 As students, you should take seriously any opportunity that comes your way and that requires you
to deliver a talk.

 Being able to speak effectively in front of an audience will always be an advantage. Some
professionals become most sought-after speakers because of their good oral communication
 skills. They are invited to give keynote speeches or give lectures on a selected topic in conference
or give trainings in seminar-workshops.
 Consider the following so you can render an effective speech and be a good public speaker:
 Audience
 Know the profile of your listeners. It is important that you know
who will listen to you----their age, gender, educational background, religion,
economic status, and interests.

 Know how much the audience knows about the topic. That way, you can avoid
discussing points that would run contrary to their beliefs and practices and thus
prevent miscommunication and misunderstanding. You can also introduce new
things for them to learn and not simply repeat things that they may have already
learned from previous speakers.

 Know how to read the posture and gestures of your audience members as these
will signal to you what kind of an audience they are.

 Be ready to face different kinds of audiences as there may be some who are
questioners, hecklers, disrupters, hostile, or unresponsive/bored audiences.

 Know how to deal with any unpleasant incident or conflict with your audience
and always stay in control of the situation.

 Logistics
 It is something basic or essential for every speaker to know who is organizing the
event.
 Know who will be introducing you and who will be speaking before and after
you. That way, you will be able to tie up the earlier presentation with your own
resulting in a more coherent presentation. You may even give the audience an
idea as to wat the next talk is going to be.

Under the logistics, we have:

1. Venue
 The venue is equally important. Locate the lights and if you have
movable visual aids, know where to position them.
 As a speaker, you should also know how to position yourself and how
you should move in front to get the attention of the listeners.
 Remember to work on your posture and avoid bad habits when speaking.
 Do not block the view of your visual aids as you present them.
 Employ a balanced posture by not standing on one leg only.
 Do not lean on any object that will give support to your weight. These
postures give the impression that you lack confidence and authority.

2. Facilities
 Ask beforehand about the pieces of equipment available for you. These
facilities should match the presentation aids that you will use.
 If there are any electrical problems or technical glitches you encounter,
know how to trouble-shoot them.

 Content of Report/Speech/Lecture
 If the purpose of the event is to inform just like in a conversation, conference, or a
training-seminar, it is expected that you are able to contribute new information.
 If the purpose is to entertain, your speech should be lighthearted, amusing, and
lively.
 If the purpose is to persuade, your presentation should sound convincing enough.
 However, that any communicative event may have more than one purpose but there
is always a more dominant one.

How do you prepare for the big event? The following are some tips for you:
1. Read a lot. Research on the topic assigned to you. With the fast-changing times,
 it is certain that there are new developments that have occurred in the field. As a speaker,
you should be kept abreast of these new developments by reading a lot.

2. Prepare your oral presentation with an introduction, body, and a conclusion. There
are different techniques to open and close your presentation:
(a) Using a startling or shocking statement;
(b) beginning with a question;
(c) using a quotation;
(d) narrating an anecdote or a story;
(e) singing a line from a song; and
(f) presenting statistics.

 The strategy that you will employ should match the topic that you will present.
 As regards the body of your presentation, emphasize the major points you wish to make
backed up supporting statements to further elucidate your main points.
 Arrange your thoughts in a logical sequence so your listeners can easily follow through your
talk. You can do this by employing transitional or cohesive devices to make your ideas
coherent.
3. Rehearse by practicing aloud and getting the feedback of those who will act as your
audience during the rehearsal stage. You may invite your family or friends to listen to you
while rehearsing. Their comments and suggestions can be useful for you to improve your
presentation before the ‘big day.’

For the introduction, use gambits such as:

a. I would like to talk about. . .
b. I believe that the topic is . . .
c. Let me relate a . . .

For the conclusion, use gambits or expressions such as:

a. Summing up the points I discussed earlier. . .
b. To summarize. . .
c. In conclusion. . .
d. To conclude. . .
e. Finally. . .
f. To end my talk or speech. . .

4. Use technology. Technology tools should be used sparingly. Visuals should be

utilized only to enhance your presentations. Thus, do not copy and paste on the slides
what you are to say and then simply read them verbatim. It is important that you only use
key words in your slide presentation. Pictures that will represent a concept are also
encouraged. The same is true with graphs, tables, charts, maps, quotes, and important
passages and sayings.

Delivering the Report/Speech/Talk

 You have spent a great deal of time reading, researching, and writing this oral output so you
should also do your best to deliver it confidently,
 When you deliver your report, speech, or talk, make use of both the verbal and non-verbal code.
 Paralinguistic cues
o Under this category are facial expression, posture, gesture, and movement.
o For facial expression, the eyes and eye-to-eye contact are very important.
o Posture refers to the speakers’ stance. How speakers carry themselves during the
presentation will show whether or not they possess credibility.
o It is important that as speakers deliver their messages, they project an air of
confidence so they can get the attention of the listeners and win them over to their
side.
o Another important variable is gesture. Speakers who employ gestures in their
speeches or reports are more convincing than those who do not.
o Gestures are used to make a point more emphatic. However, they should be used
only for important points raised as they can become distractive when used often.
o Finally, there is movement. Whereas gestures are made by some parts of the
body such as the hand and the arm, movement is made by the entire body (e.g.,
movement of the head, shoulder, feet, etc.)
 o Swaying one’s body from left to right, side to side, front to back, or pacing from
one side of the stage/platform to the other, can be exhibiting a negative non-
verbal cue. A speaker should know how to move on stage so that his/her
movement will not be distracting to the audience.
o It is to be noted that while dress or attire is not considered as a paralinguistic
cue, it is still classified as non-verbal. One way to attract the attention of the
audience of the audience is dressing up properly. As a speaker, you should look
good and pleasing to the eyes of the listeners. Dress appropriately but do not
overdo it as it may create a gap between you and the audience.

 Prosodic Features
o When you speak, aim at delivering your message clearly through intelligible and
comprehensible pronunciation. You need to articulate the sounds clearly by
paying attention to how you move your lips, tongue, and teeth.
o An aspect of articulation is assimilation. It means blending the final sound of a
preceding word with the initial sound of the following word. Consider the
examples below:
to each his own – to eachizwon
the splendor in the grass – thus plendor in the grass
the pros and cons – the prosend cons
for a while – for a while
o The successful communication depends on prosodic features such as intonation,
tone. Stress, and rhythm.
o Pauses and phrases and sentences are likewise prosodic features. If the listeners
cannot understand what you say because of the rate or speed by which you speak,
do it more slowly.

Presenting in Groups
 When making a group presentation, everyone should be a team player and members should not
compete with each other. Guidelines should be strictly followed especially if it is a group task.
Planning is of the essence so that your presentation is coherent and does not become fragmented.
As you prepare your presentation, note the following tips:
1. Assign a specific task to each group member.
2. Divide the work accordingly. Each should know the part assigned to him/her as well as
the time allotted to each.
3. Decide on a strategy as to how you will begin and end your group presentation.
4. Prepare your audio-visual aids to hold the attention and increase the interest of the
listeners.
5. Practice on your own. Then come up with a schedule acceptable to the team in which you
can rehearse as a group.
6. Get feedback from your teammates as to how you can still improve your presentation in
particular and the presentation of the group in general.
7. As individual and group presenters, think of possible questions that may arise after the
presentation. If you cannot think of an answer, seek the help of your groupmates.
8. As individual and group presenters, respond to questions effectively during the question
time. If it happens that nobody from the group knows the answer, be honest to admit that
you will find time to research on the matter.

Overcoming Anxiety or Stage Fright

 Becoming nervous only shows that you care about your presentation. A little amount of nervous
tension is needed if you aspire for an excellent performance. At the beginning, you may
experience anxiety, but as you go along with your presentation

 There are ways by which you can overcome stage fright. One way is by preparing thoroughly for
your presentation. It is important that you know more about the topic than your listeners.

 Another way is to practice. The more you practice or rehearse, The more confident you become.

 Stage frights can be minimized. It is not also a negative feeling all the time. Learn how to convert
this social fear into something positive so that you can aspire for top performance.
 QUESTIONS SET 3 – (LESSON 1)

Read and answer each question carefully. Use another paper for this. Just indicate
what number set of questions or copy first each question before writing the answer.

1. Why is it important to analyze the audience and know about the logistics involved
when making an oral presentation?
2. How important are the prosodic features when delivering a talk, speech, or report?
3. How do you solve the conflict arising from a group presentation among members?

THE DEBATE
A debate which is carried out in a formal manner, usually takes place in a public meeting. The
exchange of arguments follows a certain procedure or a set of rules and has a definite format.

Types of Debate
1. Formal Debates
 These are held in formal settings such as in school, in the House of Representatives, and in
the Senate.
 Debaters come prepared, equipped with the knowledge they need to be able to reason out
effectively.
 A topic is debated upon the debaters listen to the arguments raised by the other debaters
from which they build their arguments and argue their position.

2. Informal Debates
 Informal debates do not follow strictly a structure
 While there are also two sides--- the affirmative and the negative---it takes place
anywhere and does not have to involve two teams.
 It may take place between two or more people, arguing for or against a certain issue. An
example would be two friends, deciding where to eat their lunch for the day.

Skills Needed in Debate

1. Reading
 If you read extensively, you are able to look at things differently. Your knowledge of
things is not restricted to a single perspective but too many. You are able to weigh things
more objectively because you have gained a deeper understanding of life.

2. Speaking
 Your being a vocarious reader or a bookworm will certainly manifest itself in the way
you speak. You never run out of thoughts and words once you are asked on a certain
topic. The knowledge you have gained from reading can manifest in your wide
vocabulary and in a distinct use of a speaking style that can change the minds of your
listeners, sway and win them over to your side.
 When you speak, always remember that you should articulate your thoughts very well,
pronounce clearly the words you utter, use the appropriate rate and volume, speak with
grammatical accuracy, maintain the correct bearing or poise, and employ non-verbal
code such as gestures

3. Writing
 It is in the writing skill where the ‘making of a full man’ is achieved. Reading and writing
are skills that go together.
 As a passionate reader, you increase your vocabulary significantly. You are able to
express in writing your full understanding of yourself the world you are in, your views
about life, and your perspectives of people. But you become only a full man if you are
able to adjust to the needs of the time and are mindful of your shared responsibility to
help improve other people’s lives.
 4. Listening
 Just like reading and writing, listening and speaking go together. In a debate, if
you do not listen carefully to the arguments of your colleagues and the members of the
opposing team, you cannot build on your teammate’s arguments and refute convincingly
the claims of the pther team, respectively.

Ethical Considerations
 Debates question issues of right and wrong including the applications of standards of ethics.
 It is difficult to assume that just because a debater sees something to be unacceptable, then it
really is. Assumptions lead to poor arguments and poor decision-making.
 It is essential not to make sweeping statements when laying down arguments as these may pave
the way for the opposing team to question the claims.

Dress and Appearance

1. For Females

 If you are female speaker, wear a business attire that will make you look respectable.
 Do not wear colors that are ostentatiously attractive. Very high-heeled shoes and flat shoes should
also be avoided. Instead, wear heels that are manageable, for example, 1 ½ to 2 inches.
 Make-up and jewelry should also be worn conservatively.

2. For Males

 For males, you also need to wear business attire, avoiding loud colors.
 You should wear a coat and tie. Do not wear a tie that comes in flashy or glaring colors.
 You should be able to match your inner clothes with your outer clothes.
 Do not wear large ornaments. Your nails should be cut, hair well-combed, and shows neatly-
polished

QUESTIONS SET 4 – (LESSON 1)

Read and answer each question carefully. Use another paper for this. Just indicate
what number set of questions or copy first each question before writing the answer.

1. How is debate related to one’s everyday life experiences?

2. How different is the formal debate from the informal debate?
3. What roles do the other language macro-skills play in a debate?

LESSON 2: COMMUNICATION FOR WORK PURPOSES

Lesson Objectives:
After this lesson, you should be able to:
1. identify the various genres used across professions;
2. recognize the importance of job interviews in the job application process; and
3. demonstrate communication skills in a mock interview.

WRITTEN MODES OF PROFESSIONAL COMMUNICATION

Genres Across Professions
 Different professions use different genres. However, there are communication materials that cut
across professions. Some of these communication materials are the memoranda, minutes of
meetings, business letters, and business proposals.
 With the advent of technology, there are now new forms of communication materials using social
media channels such as Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn. All these communication materials are
considered as genres and they cut across the different professions and/or disciplines.
Business Letters
 Business letters are a common form of writing in any organization. The traditional parts of a business
letter are:
a. heading
b. inside address
c. salutation
d. body
e. complimentary close
f. signature

 Generally, the business letter follows a certain format. When plain bond paper is used, the
conventional heading includes the address of the writer and the date when the letter is written.

 A modern heading uses the company’s stationery which bears the company’s logo, address,
telephone number, and other information. The date when the letter is written is simply indicated.

 The heading is followed by the inside address which indicates the name of the recipient of the letter, his/her
designation/position in a company or organization, and the company’s address.

 The inside address is followed by the greeting or salutation, and the body of the letter which is clear, simple,
and focused.

 The body normally has three paragraphs, the first of which provides the reason for writing.

 The second paragraph gives more specific details about the information provided in the first paragraph while
the last paragraph emphasizes the reason for writing and expresses gratitude to the reader for taking time out
to read/review the letter.

 The next part is the complimentary close and the last is the signature.
 CONVENTIONAL HEADING PURELY BLOCK FORMAT

186 Int. Dolores Street

Arnaiz Avenue Conventional Heading
Pasay City (Writer’s Contact Information)
December 5, 2018

Mr. David Ruiz

Proprietor Inside Address
Zenith Enterprises (Recipient’s Contact Information)
28 Dart Street
Paco, Manila

Dear Mr. Ruiz: Salutation

________________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________
Body of the Letter
________________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________

Sincerely yours, Complimentary Close

Marcus Broman Signature above typed or

printed name

Mr. David Ruiz

Proprietor
Zenith Enterprises
28 Dart Street
Paco, Manila

Dear Mr. Ruiz:

________________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________
Body of the Letter
________________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________

Sincerely yours,

Marcus Broman
  There is a need for you to adjust the content of your letter depending on the purpose for writing.
As it is, there are different kinds of business letters: letter of application, letter of
resignation, letter of acceptance, follow-up letter, and letter of appreciation, among others.

SAMPLE APPLICATION LETTER IN CONVENTIONAL HEADING

WITH PURELY BLOCK FORMAT

ACTIVITY 2.1
Lovely Joy
Write F. Farquerabao
a job application letter. Assume that you will apply in the Department of
Pili, Looc,
Education. Romblon
In your letter, you may include your potentials and achievements as a teacher
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applicant. Use the conventional heading with purely block format.
lovelyfarquerabao@gmail.com

July 06, 2020

DR. ZENAIDA MANZANO

Campus Director
Romblon State Univeristy – San Andres Campus
San Andres, Romblon

Dear Dr. Manzano,

I heard from a reliable source that you are currently hiring an English Lecturer. Please
MODERN HEADING WITH MODIFIED BLOCK FORMAT
consider me as one of the aspiring applicants for the said position.
Company Name Logo
I graduated with the degree of Bachelor of Secondary Education – Major in English at
Romblon State University-Main Campus. I became a member of two publications in our
school, The Harrow
Insideand The Educator’s Chronicle. These organizations led me to improve
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my communication skills as needed in my chosen specialization. I will make myself as a
great aid by applying my learnings in helping your students especially in expressing
themselves.
Salutation

I also passed the 2019 Board Licensure Examination for Professional Teachers taken on
September 29, 2019.

I had my practice teaching in Looc National High School. Being in the actual teaching field,
I boosted my diligence to face and to do different responsibilities as a teacher. I am willing
to continue this persistence in serving your school.

It will be a great opportunity for me to be part of your institution. I have attached my

curriculum vitaeComplimentary
as your reference
Close to know more about me.

I appreciate yourSignature
time inabove
reading my application letter. Thank you. May God always bless
typed/printed
you. name and designation

Sincerely,

LOVELY JOY F. FARQUERABAO

Teacher Applicant
 Memorandum

 The term memorandum can be shortened or abbreviated by calling it a memo.

 A Latin term which means “it must be remembered,” the memo is usually issued and disseminated by those
occupying mid-level positions and up in an organization.
 It is written to serve as a reminder to one’s constituents who need to do or act
something.
 The first part should contain the most important information. Thus, indicate the information you want and
the reason for such by presenting relevant information.
 The succeeding parts may discuss in specific terms what has been indicated in the first part of the memo.
 Your conclusion should also be clear so that the readers will know what to do after reading it.

MEMORANDUM
TO: (Sendee)
FROM: (Sender)
DATE:
SUBJECT: (Some memos use RE to mean regarding)
__________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________

MINUTES OF A MEETING
 It is important that things discussed in the meeting are documented so that you can always refer to them
when issues arise in the future. It is possible that any clarification on matters that have been previously
addressed are found in the minutes of meetings held in the past.

MINUTES OF THE MEETING

(Name of Organization)
(Date the meeting was held)

List of Attendees
 Present
 Absent
I. Approval of Agenda
II. Review and Approval of Minutes of the Previous Meeting
III. Business Arising from the Minutes
IV. New Agenda
V. Adjournment

Signature of the one who prepared the minutes/date.

Approval of the person occupying the top position in the organization.
Business
Proposal
 The purpose of a business proposal is to attract clients or secure support from possible investors
or organizations.
 You need to know and understand your target client in developing a proposal that has a sound
methodology, a viable solution to the problem that the company is facing, a realistic schedule,
and a reasonable and justifiable budget.
  Business proposals generally have three major parts: the problem statement, the proposed
solution, and the costing or pricing.
 Make sure that you begin the Executive Summary which highlights what you or your company
is all about, the services it provides, and how it differs from the others. This should be your
selling point.
 Think of an added value that you or your company can offer that will make it outdo the other
organizations of the same nature.
 After the Executive Summary, proceed to the problem statement or what your prospective client
is encountering.
 Problem statement is followed by the proposed solution which explains how you can address or
resolve the concern/s besetting the client. You should then offer a sound method by which you
will address the problem, spelling out the step-by-step procedure that you will employ to carry
out your plan effectively. The step-by-step procedure will likewise require a timetable or the
schedule for the completion of the project.
 The last major part is the costing. You need to state the price of the services you will render if
given the chance.
 Your proposal should be accompanied by a cover letter and should begin with a Title Page with
your name/ name of the company indicated, the company to whom the proposal is being
submitted, as well as the date when it is submitted.

THE JOB INTERVIEW

Applying for a Job
 To apply for a job, an applicant must carefully read the job advertisement to determine if the job
description matches his/her interests, needs, and qualifications
 The requirements usually include an application form or letter, recommendation letters, school
records, and other supporting documents.
 After all the requirements are collected and submitted to the employers, depending on nature of
the job, paper-and-pen tests may be scheduled.
 The job interview is a vital component of the job application process. Employers arrange to
interview job applicants to determine whether or not the latter possess the qualities expected by
the company or organization.
What To Do During Interviews
1. Do smile. It sounds simple, but smiling will set the mood for the interview. Smiling increases
likability and shows a positive, confident energy. Be friendly and professional. Smile often where
appropriate during the interview. Smiling is most important during the interview. Smiling is most
important during the initial greeting.

2. Do arrive to the interview early. Arriving early tells the hiring manager you’re serious about your
work.

3. Do visualize successful Interview. What you think about your interview chances can significantly
influence your chances of doing well in the interview. Visualize acing the interview and imagine
that you landed the position. This will make you feel more positive about the interview and those
feelings will show during conversation.

4. Do be confident, but not cocky. You want to sell yourself during the job interview, but you do not
want to come across as arrogant. Employers want employees who are confident in their abilities,
but not someone who is arrogant and refuses to learn.

5. Do be mindful of your nonverbal signals. The way you carry yourself is just as important as what
you say during an interview. Be as engaged as possible during the interview. Sit up straight and
do not fidget. Look your interviewer in the eye, but don’t engage in staring contests, which could
be seen as a challenge to authority.
6. Do take your time answering questions. Think about how you will answer common interview
questions before the interview, including background information and verbal tests about potential
situations that may arise on the job. This will make it easier to provide thoughtful answers to
interview questions that showcase your talents.

7. Do highlight your successes. Collect some anecdotes of past workplace accomplishments and
think about how they relate to the new position. Incorporate past successes in your interview
answers provide potential employers with concrete examples of your success

8. Do speak with enthusiasm. Show your enthusiasm during the interview and speak with
confidence about your past experiences that qualify you for the new position. Do your best to
keep your energy high.

What Not To Do During Interviews

1. Don’t dress casually. Wear office-appropriate clothing to an interview. Men should wear suit or
slacks, a dress shirt and a coat or tie. Women should wear a suit or dress slacks or a skirt and a
professional blouse. Showing a lot of skin is unprofessional for a woman or man.
2. Don’t violate the interviewer’s personal space. Stand at least four to five feet away from the
interviewer. Do not get close to the hiring manager’s desk and definitely do not touch anything on
it.

3. Don’t mistreat the support staff. Be as courteous with support staff as you are with your
interviewer.

4. Don’t stand out for the wrong reasons. Stick to a neutral color pallet and tone down smells and
accessories.

5. Don’t get personal. Do not discuss your personal life. Avoid talking about hot-button topics like
religion and politics.

6. Don’t fidget. Channel nervous energy into an engaging and enthusiastic persona by moving in
purposeful ways. Rather than fidgeting, focus on illustrating interview points with hand gestures
and positive facial expressions.

7. Don’t lie. Accentuate strengths. But do not make things up.

8. Don’t badmouth a former employer. If you are asked about why you left your last job, put a
positive spin on it and say as little as possible. Try to highlight what you learned from the
experience and how you will do things differently in your next job.

9. Don’t add filler phrases. Slow down and watch your words. If you need to collect your thoughts,
take a silent pause or even repeat the interviewer’s question.

10. Don’t leave your phone on. Turn off all mobile devices before an interview.

11. Don’t forget to follow up. Thank you notes are considered as common courtesy, and following up
after an interview reiterates your interest in the job. Following up may set you apart from other
candidates.

PERFORMANCE ASSESSMENT TASK!

You will have your mock face-to-face job interview on October 15.
Wear office appropriate clothing. You will be rated through a rubric that will
just be posted on group chat. The class will be divided into two. Half of the
class will be scheduled in the morning and the other half will be in the
afternoon. Your schedule will just be also posted.
 REFERENCES:

Madrunio, M., et. al. 2018. Purposive Communication Using English in Multilingual Contexts. C & E
Publishing Incorporated.
Learn How To Become. 2020. “How To Nail Your Next Interview”. Accessed October 07, 2020.
www.learnhowtobecome.org/career-resource-center/interview-dos-and-donts/