Academic Practice & Communication 1 PDF

Academic Practice & Communication 1 APC150S & APC150X Kajal Singh Nundlal Table of Contents Lecture Rules Assessment Breakdown Communication explained The importance of communication Types of Communication Introduction to Communication Theory Academic communication – Definition 7 C’s of Eff...

Academic Practice & Communication 1 APC150S & APC150X Kajal Singh Nundlal Table of Contents Lecture Rules Assessment Breakdown Communication explained The importance of communication Types of Communication Introduction to Communication Theory Academic communication – Definition 7 C’s of Effective Communication Academic Writing Lecture Rules: Attendance register will be available for each lecture. Classes will be held face to face: Mondays from 9am till 10:30pm This course is a Year course Cellphones must be on silent. Prescribed Book: Cleary, Sandra. Communication : A Hands-on Approach. Third edition. Lansdowne, South Africa: Juta, 2021. -FISA exams will be in November, on campus (Bellville) Exam date: TBC Class Rep for both ECP as well as Mainstream?  LENGTH OF COURSE DURATION IN WEEKS CONTACT HOURS Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Week METHOD Numb er Formal Lecturers 09:00– 10:30 Tutorials Practical Work Industrial Visits TOTAL  ASSESSMENT ASSESSMENT SPECIFICATIONS* ASSESSMENT ASSESSMENT MAXIMUM ASSESSMENT TYPE ASSESSMENT ELEMENTS NUMBER DATE MARK 13 March – 17 ASSESSMENT 1: Assignment 15% 100% March ASSESSMENT 2 Test 1 June – 20 June 25% 100% 21 August – 8 ASSESSMENT 3: Assignment 20% 100% August 6 November – 24 ASSESSMENT 4: FISA Exam 40% 100% November The Basics 1. What is Communication? Transfer of a message from one to another. Meaning it is a transaction. For the message to be successfully shared/received, there has to be an understanding between the parties involved. i.e. It is a process. E.g., Mother and child 2. Why is there a need for it? We use communication for a number of reasons: Share or exchange information Comment Ask Questions Social etiquette  The ability to effectively communicate with other people is an important skill. Through communication, people reach some understanding of each other, learn to like each other, influence one another, build trust, and learn more about themselves and how people perceive them. People who communicate effectively know how to interact with others flexibly, skillfully, and responsibly, but without sacrificing their own needs and integrity. Communicating in different settings: Work, home, social etc. Effective writing and communication skills are essential for your studies and your future. Academic success depends on solid communication skills, beginning with clear oral communication. Communication Theory Although communication occurs between people in a live situation, when we study communication, we do it theoretically. This helps us better understand the process in the real world. Communication theory provides a way of talking about and analyzing key events, processes, and commitments that together form communication. Types of Communication Intrapersonal Communication: When people talk to themselves, communication takes place within the brain. It embraces their thoughts, experiences and perceptions during a communication event. Behavior responses on all other levels of communication essentially begin on intrapersonal level. On this level, the individual forms personal rules and patterns of communication. Intrapersonal communication comprises of: Sense-making e.g. interpreting maps, texts, signs, and symbols Interpreting non-verbal communication e.g. gestures, eye contact Communication between body parts; e.g. “My stomach is telling me it’s time for lunch.” Day-dreaming Nocturnal dreaming and Many others...  Interpersonal Communication: Interpersonal communication is also referred to as dyadic communication, or communication between two individuals. This type of communication can occur in both a one-on-one and a group setting. This also means being able to handle different people in different situations and making people feel at ease. Gestures such as eye contact, body movement, and hand gestures are also part of interpersonal communication. The most common functions of interpersonal communication are listening, talking and conflict resolution. Types of interpersonal communication vary from verbal to non-verbal and from situation to situation. Interpersonal communication involves face-to-face communication in a way that accomplishes the purpose and is appropriate  Non-Verbal Communication: In non-verbal communication, people send messages to each other without talking. They communicate through facial expressions, head positions, arm and hand movements, body posture, and positioning of legs and feet. How people use “space” also transmits a message. By being aware of non-verbal communication, one can interpret the signals of others, or send signals to others. Awareness of non-verbal communication helps people: Project an image of confidence and knowledge. Demonstrate power or influence Express sincerity, interest and cooperativeness. Create trust. Recognize personal tension in self and others. Identify discrepancies between what people are saying and what they are actually thinking. Change behavior and environment to encourage productive discussion Communication skills Reading Writing Listening Speaking What is Academic Communication? Academic communication involves presenting ideas effectively and formally in a scholastic environment. Academic Writing Academic writing refers to a particular style of expression. Characteristics include: A formal tone Use of the third-person rather than first-person perspective Clear focus on the issue or topic rather than the author’s opinion Precise word choice YouTube video on 7Cs of Effective Communication https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7JZ1v-VwTXg http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wPorhmnMDdc Academic Writing Academic writing refers to a particular style of expression. Characteristics include: A formal tone Use of the third-person rather than first-person perspective Clear focus on the issue or topic rather than the author’s opinion Precise word choice References:  Booher, Dianna Daniels: Communicate With Confidence! - How to Say It Right the First Time and Every Time. New York: McGraw-Hill, 1994.  Cleary, S. et al., 2021. Communication: A Hands-on Approach. Third ed. Landsdowne: Juta.  Genua, Robert L: Managing Your Mouth: An Owner’s Manual for Your Most Important Business Asset. New York: AMACOM Books, 1992.  https://gradresearch.unimelb.edu.au/developing-my-skills/academic-writing-and- communication-skills (Accessed: 2 February 2023)  https://learn.org/articles/What_are_Academic_Communications.html (Accessed: 3 February 2023)  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7JZ1v-VwTXg (Accessed: 10 February 2023)  https://www.dreamstime.com/components-academic-writing-process-academic-writ ing-process-image110919842 (Accessed: 12 February 2023)