Let’s Check!

Activity 1. List down the seven elements of non-verbal communication and explain how it affects
communication. You may cite situations/scenarios for your answers.

Body Language

It has the potential to influence communication since it allows people to relax, create trust, and form
bonds with others. It can, however, perplex others, cause stress, and perhaps even generate an
unpleasant ambiance. Because, we all have various capacities to read and interpret body language, we
must be aware of our behaviors and be sensitive to it.

When someone asks me about something I agree with, for example, I usually nod. Additionally, constant
nodding is impolite and insulting.

Distance

It refers to how close you are to the individual with whom you are communicating. Your audience will
grasp or comprehend your nonverbal clues better if you are shorter or closer. However, because to the
pandemic, we now need to be at least 1 meter apart while conversing with others, which can lead to
misunderstandings or confusion.

I was in the mall yesterday when my friend saw me from afar and she waved. She attempted to
communicate with me, but I couldn't comprehend what she was trying to say because her nonverbal
cues were unclear due to our distance.

Touch

When it comes to conveying emotions, touch is one technique to communicate effectively and
instantly. It does, however, have the ability to alter the ambiance of conversation through inappropriate
touch.

For instance, in some cultures, patting a child’s head is affectionate or friendly.

Eye Contact

Many things will be communicated by the way you stare at someone, including admiration, respect,
resentment, or interest. Maintaining eye contact is additionally vital for keeping the discussion flowing
and measuring the opposite person's interest and response.

When I was a kid, for example, I could tell when my mother looked at me with wide eyes, which signified
she was upset.

Pausing

It affects the communication by stressing key parts of your speech through pausing. It helps transmit the
message more effectively. It involves obtaining your ideas while also allowing your audience to follow
along. It maintains their attention and allows them to fully absorb the idea.

For example, when a leader is silent or takes a pause in a group discussion, it shows that she or he wants
the participants to speak or share their opinions.
Bearing

It's a type of body movement that looks at how people's perceptions are influenced by how they sit,
walk, or stand. It has an impact on communication since it reveals the speaker's level of confidence and
interpreted differently among cultures.

When someone possess a good bearing, for example, it is assumed that they are confident and credible
in some aspect. For instance, slouching is rude in most northern Europe because it signifies laziness or
lack of attention.

Pacing

The speed with which a speaker delivers a message might lead to the discovery of his motives, which can
have an impact on communication. It's also vital to consider the pace of nonverbal clues when
presenting them so that the listener can interpret them clearly.

LET’S ANALYZE!

Activity 1. Explain the importance of nonverbal communication in cross/multicultural setting in two

paragraphs.

Nonverbal communication can improve a person's capacity to relate, engage, and build meaningful
interactions in a range of settings, including cross/multicultural ones. It aids in gaining a better
understanding of another society's culture. However, in a multicultural situation, there are variances in
nonverbal communication meanings that can develop to intercultural conflict, misconceptions, and
difficulty in interaction.

Additionally, nonverbal communication is an unexpected and inadvertent representation of our

characteristics. Personality or cultural differences could be to blame if the unwanted nonverbal
communication has a detrimental effect on anyone. Even though nonverbal communication is much
more rapid and easily observed than verbal communication, it is actually more confusing in meaning
since our perception of nonverbal cues is modified by our range of experience and cultures. Therefore,
we should be aware and be sensitive in using nonverbal cues.

Discuss the relevance of nonverbal communication in cultural and global issues in communication in two
paragraphs

Communication is affected by the affectivity of cultural and global challenges on people. For instance,
people utilize nonverbal clues to convey things that are difficult to vocalize, which has ramifications for
both cultural and global culture. Because of cultural disparities in nonverbal communication, people
might insult others without intending to. It may impact collectively or individually, leading in
miscommunications or adverse interactions, which are common in today's world. However, nonverbal
communication can contribute in the formation of better relationships, facilitation of economic
relations, creation of more employment opportunities, and personal growth as well.
Moreover, global communication innovation improves the world in myriad ways. In fact, nonverbal
communication is more effective than verbal communication. According to research, nonverbal
communication accounts for the majority of our entire communication. As a result, it is essential to
effectively utilize nonverbal communication, particularly in international settings, to assess global and
cultural challenges.

Activity 2. Using Venn diagram differentiate verbal and non-verbal communication.

Differences

Verbal Communication

The use of words to communicate a message is known as verbal communication. Written and oral
communication are examples of verbal communication.

Language, words, sentences, and voice are used as the means of communication in verbal
communication.

Only one channel of communication is used in verbal communication.

A phone call, a face-to-face chat, over loudspeakers, through audio recordings, and so on are all forms of
verbal communication.

Verbal communication is a linear and voluntary form of communication.

If you understand the language and the terms being used, verbal communication is quite simple to
comprehend. You will grasp what someone is saying if you pay close attention to what they are saying.
Nonverbal Communication

Body language, facial expressions, tone, and pauses in speaking are all examples of nonverbal
communication.

Nonverbal communication employs a variety of methods, including the use of your complete body, facial
expressions, and voice tone.

When all parties in a conversation can see each other, nonverbal communication can take place. This
allows them to fully comprehend what they're saying nonverbally.

Nonverbal communication is a never-ending cycle. It is poorly planned and generally unvoluntary.

It's a little more difficult to interpret nonverbal communication than it is to decode verbal
communication. To comprehend what the other person is attempting to say, you must pay attention to a
variety of variables such as the speaker's body language, facial expressions, and tone.

Similarities

To express our beliefs, ideas, and plans to others, we employ both verbal and nonverbal communication.

Centuries of learning and developing the skill of communication have resulted in verbal and nonverbal
communication.

It is able to study both verbal and nonverbal communication.

In one situation or interaction, both verbal and nonverbal communication can be used.

In a NUTSHELL! In this section you will provide the very gist of the unit that you have learned. Create a
short poem with 3 line, 2 stanzas that will describe what you have learned in this ULO.

Centuries in a making,

Of this communication to become understanding.

It brought innovations and developments through globalizing.

How incredible it is that one touch has thousands of meanings,

And how a simple goodbye affects our thoughts.

Isn’t amazing? how powerful communication is.

Questions & Answer List: In this part, you are encourage to write questions about the topic. You may
communicate these questions to your instructor/professor through Quipper or any prescribed social
media platform. After you get the answers you may joit down in the table below. This is to bridge the
gap of learning between vague concepts and your prior knowledge.

1. In an online environment, how are nonverbal messages communicated?

2. How do verbal and nonverbal communication aid in the development of our natural
connections?
3. What element of nonverbal communication is the most important?
4. Is it still possible to consider a person who is lack in expertise of nonverbal communication?
Given all the access to it be knowledgeable with it.
5. Is nonverbal communication the most difficult of all methods of communication?