Hello Class… Please go over this
or read the texts and click on the
hyperlink as instructed. Try to
learn what you need to know
about the two Macro Skills you
need to be well-versed about if
you are to improve your
communication skills in English.
INTERACTION/PONDERINGS:
Learning English Language is transformation. Today, English is viewed as a language that gives an individual
access to the world. Some wants to study in prestigious English- Speaking Universities; some wants a high-
flying career with international connections. Others just want a better chance in life and move to wherever
the money seems to be (Maxem, 2010.)
English Language is expressed in four ways: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. These are also called the
macro skills of communication. When learning a new language, the best way to do it is to be engaged as they
are all interconnected. Since these are listening and speaking, the more you practice or exercise, the better
you become.
M1 Activity 1:
Recall your understanding of the 2 Macro Skills. Where do you usually use these two macro skills? Identify
five scenarios in each category. For correspondence-based learning, use the provided answer sheet. (20
points)
Listening: Speaking:
2
Macro
Skills
The 2 Macro Skills
Listening
There are three modes of listening: competitive, passive and active. Active listening is considered the most
effective because the listener is not only listening with interest, but actively acknowledging listening by brief
responses. Most individuals are not as skilled at listening as they think. Depending on the study, listeners
likely remember 25 to 50 percent of what they hear, according to Mindtools. Giving the speaker your
undivided attention and not focusing on what you are going to say in response while he is talking is a good
way to ensure you hear more of what is being said.
Speaking
Speaking can be an intimidating experience, even in your native tongue, let alone when learning a new language.
The best way to learn how to speak, though, is by practicing, so put your inhibitions aside and strike up a
conversation whenever you are given an opportunity to do so. When speaking, be aware of your pace and try
not to mumble, speak clearly. Consider being expressive when you talk; avoid a monotonous tone. Expression
adds interest and depth to what you are saying and it will keep your listener interested.
https://www.theclassroom.com/four-macro-skills-communication-8313176.html
Speaking
Speaking can be an intimidating experience, even in your native tongue, let alone when learning a new
language. The best way to learn how to speak, though, is by practicing, so put your inhibitions aside and strike
up a conversation whenever you are given an opportunity to do so. When speaking, be aware of your pace and
try not to mumble, speak clearly. Consider being expressive when you talk; avoid a monotonous tone.
Expression adds interest and depth to what you are saying and it will keep your listener interested.
https://www.theclassroom.com/four-macro-skills-communication-8313176.html
Do you have any question or clarification? Feel free to ask me by writing
your question/concern on the back part of the answer sheet.
For now, have a short break. When you return, we will focus our
discussion in Speaking.
SPEAKING- Speaking has 3 Main Purposes: to inform, to persuade, and to entertain.
To Inform- It concerns helping audience obtain information that they do not have. Subsequently,
audience can use this information to comprehend or figure out something or to carry out a new task or advance
their skills. The goal is to gain knowledge- this is the ultimate characteristics of informative topics.
To Persuade- Persuading means trying to hold the listeners, to embrace a standpoint, or to take up a
behaviour that they would not have done if not. It includes a call for action on the part of the audience to make
some change in their behaviour or thinking.
To Entertain- The concluding general-purpose that people have for speaking is to entertain.
Entertainment speaking focuses on the subject and event of the speech. An entertaining speech can be
informative and persuasive at its origin.
10 ways to Overcome Language Anxiety
Some people can dive straight into foreign language conversations with a small vocabulary, lots of
confidence, and enthusiastic hand gesturing. However, for many of us, those conversations can be
frightening. The good news is – there is hope!
Read on to discover our top tips on how to overcome your fear of speaking in a foreign language:
Step 1: Understand your fear
Anxiety reduces your brain’s ability to get on with its normal tasks properly, such as processing
language in real time. With the added complexity of using a new vocabulary and grammar, you may
feel your brain shutting down.
To relax, take a deep breath, gather your thoughts and remember that no one expects you to speak
perfectly when it is not your native language.
Step 2: Identify your problem areas
When you’re not used to speaking in a foreign language, your brain needs time to process incoming
words, translate them, think of a response and translate these.
Rather than trying to formulate an answer in your head while the other person is still talking, clear your
mind and truly listen to what they’re saying. Then take a moment to gather your thoughts and answer
– when in doubt, put all your effort into listening.
Step 3: Practice your listening
Working on your listening ability by listening to the radio or watching TV in your target language will
help your speaking skill. You can improve your vocabulary and pronunciation through listening alone,
but it is not a substitute for real conversation.
Step 4: Let go of the need for perfection
You will never speak a language fluently without speaking a broken version of it first! The sooner you
start talking, the sooner you will reach a conversational level.
It may be frustrating to feel like you’re making mistakes, but this will ultimately be outweighed by the
reward of using the language long-term. So embrace your mistakes.
Step 5: Smile
You’ll get a much better response if you approach the conversation with a smile. After all, most native
speakers are delighted when a foreigner makes effort to speak their language, especially if they can
see that it’s difficult for him! So start every conversation with a friendly hello and a smile.
Step 6: Seek out one-on-one conversations
One-on-one conversations are easier. Private lessons are ways to ensure you get this experience,
while also benefiting from input from an expert.
Step 7: Control the speed of the conversation
If you speak slowly and clearly, this could encourage your conversation partner to match your
speaking rhythm. If the person you’re speaking to doesn’t get the hint, it never hurts to ask them
politely to speak a bit slower – you’re still learning after all.
Step 8: Don’t be discouraged when a conversation doesn’t go well
Some people you speak to will be more patient than others, some are more understanding, and some
are simply better at understanding foreign accents. When you encounter someone who’s impatient or
rude to you while you’re trying to speak their language, don’t be discouraged.
Step 9: Practice basic, everyday conversations
If you’re lacking confidence in the language you’re learning, these conversations should be your first
step. These conversations will help boost your confidence so you can move onto broader topics.
Step 10: Visit places where the language is spoken as often as you can
It goes without saying, but living and studying abroad in full immersion is hands-down the best way to
increase your fluency and reduce your fear of speaking in a foreign language.
https://blog.esl-languages.com/blog/learn-languages/afraid-fear-speaking-foreign-language/
III. INTEGRATION
M1 Activity 2: Speak to Inform
To know more about you, come up with a video presentation that showcases your Best Fashion
Statement. Describe it in English and limit it to 3 minutes. Be creative as possible. For correspondence-based
learning, submit your output in a Rewritable CD with name, year, and course or upload it in your Google Drive
and send its link through email. Be guided by the rubrics below.
Rubric for Speak to Inform
CRITERIA VGE (10pts) GE (8pts) SE (6pts) LE (4pts) N (2pts)
1. The video talks about the
owner with accurate information
2. The ideas are original and
presented in a creative way.
3. The layout of video clips,
graphics, texts, and audio are
organized, clear, and well-thought
out.
4. The video is within the time
limit.
5. The video follows the overall
guidelines.
Legend: VGE- To a very great extent; GE- To a great extent; SE- To some
extent; LE- To a little extent; and N- Not at all
M1 Activity 3: Speak to Persuade
Your task is to come up with a Motivational Video about the question below. You must speak in English
and limit your presentation in 2 minutes. For correspondence-based learning, submit your output in a Rewritable
CD with name, year, and course or upload it in your Google Drive and send its link through email. Be guided by
the rubrics below.
In this day and age where technology has advanced by leaps and
bounds, with Robotics, Artificial Intelligence (AI),Cyborg are
gaining ground, how would you describe your self-worth? Speak with
confidence, draw from the strengths of your Salettinian core
values.
Rubric for Speak to Persuade
CRITERIA VGE (10pts) GE (8pts) SE (6pts) LE (4pts) N (2pts)
1. The video provides accurate
information.
2. The ideas are original and
presented in a creative way.
3. The layout of video clips,
graphics, texts, and audio are
organized, clear, and well-
thought out.
4. The video is within the time
limit.
5. The credits section is
provided. It includes credits for
video clips, images and music.
Legend: VGE- To a very great extent; GE- To a great extent; SE- To some
M1 Activity 4: Speak to Entertain
extent; LE-needs
Our world To asomelittle
goodextent;
vibes today. and N- Not at all
Now, re-enact your favorite scene from any Decent English Movie. Presentation must be between 1-2 minutes
only. For correspondence-based learning, submit your output in a Rewritable CD with name, year, and course or
upload it in your Google Drive and send its link through email. Be guided by the rubrics below.
Rubric for Speak to Entertain
CRITERIA VGE (10pts) GE (8pts) SE (6pts) LE (4pts) N (2pts)
1. The video provides accurate
information.
2. Dialogues are delivered and
presented in a creative way.
3. The layout of video clips,
graphics, texts, and audio are
organized, clear, and well-thought
out.
4. The video is within the time
limit.
5. The credits section is provided.
It includes credits for video clips,
images and music.
Legend: VGE- To a very great extent; GE- To a great extent; SE- To some
extent; LE- To a little extent; and N- Not at all
M1 Reflection:
Reflect on what have you learned and enjoyed in this module. (20 points)
1. I learned that…
2. I enjoyed most the activity on ______________________________ because…
Summary:
In this lesson, we focused on speaking. According to Ralph Waldo Emerson “Speech is Power:
It persuades, it converts, and it compels.” Therefore, we must continue speaking. Let’s speak to inform,
to persuade, and to entertain. Go and confidently speak because you can!
References:
The 4 Macro Skills. Retrieved from
https://www.theclassroom.com/four-macro-skills-communication-8313176.html
