EL 120 Reviewer:

Unit 1: 21st Century Communication

K to 12 English and Filipino Curriculum Framework:

 equip students with strong communication and critical thinking skills in both languages. Here's a
breakdown of some key points
 Overall Goals
Develop well-rounded Filipinos with 21st-century skills
Prepare students for further education and the workplace
Foster a strong sense of national identity and global citizenship
 Language Learning
Mother Tongue Based Multilingual Education (MTB-MLE): Local languages
are used in Kindergarten to build a strong foundation for Filipino and English
acquisition.
Shift to English and Filipino as Languages of Instruction: Gradually
introduced from Grades 4-6, becoming primary in Junior High and Senior High
School.
Focus on All Language Skills: Develops proficiency in listening, speaking,
reading, and writing for both English and Filipino.
 Learning Areas
Languages: Covers communication skills, grammar, vocabulary development,
and literature appreciation.
Communication: Emphasizes critical thinking, media and information literacy,
and effective communication in various contexts.
 Learning Outcomes
Students become competent and confident users of English and Filipino.
They can critically analyze information, express themselves clearly, and
participate actively in society.
They gain an appreciation for Philippine and global literature and culture.
 The K to 12 Program covers Kindergarten and 12 years of basic education (six years of primary
education, four years of Junior High School, and two years of Senior High School [SHS]) to
provide sufficient time for mastery of concepts and skills, develop lifelong learners, and prepare
graduates for tertiary education, middle-level skills development, employment, and
entrepreneurship.
 Strengthening Early Childhood Education (Universal Kindergarten)
 Making the Curriculum Relevant to Learners (Contextualization and Enhancement)
 Ensuring Integrated and Seamless Learning (Spiral Progression)
 Building Proficiency through Language (Mother Tongue-Based Multilingual Education)
 Gearing Up for the Future (Senior High School)
 Nurturing the Holistically Developed Filipino (College and Livelihood Readiness, let Century
Skills)

21st Century Communication Skills
 Core Communication Skills:
 Clear and Concise Expression: Express yourself effectively in writing and
speaking, tailoring your message to the audience and purpose.
Active Listening: Pay close attention, understand the speaker's intent, and
respond thoughtfully.
Critical Thinking: Analyze information, identify biases, and form well-reasoned
arguments.
 Technology-based Communication:
Digital Literacy: Understand how technology shapes communication, using
various platforms and tools effectively.
Multimedial Communication: Craft messages that incorporate text, audio,
video, and visuals to enhance understanding.
Online Collaboration: Work effectively in teams using online tools and
platforms.
 Interpersonal and Global Communication:
Intercultural Sensitivity: Appreciate diverse perspectives and cultural
backgrounds, adapting communication styles accordingly.
Collaboration and Teamwork: Work effectively in teams to achieve common
goals.
Conflict Resolution: Communicate constructively to resolve disagreements and
find solutions.
 Additional Skills:
Information Literacy: Evaluate the credibility of information sources, research
effectively, and synthesize information.
Problem-solving: Identify communication challenges and develop creative
solutions.
Adaptability: Adjust communication styles and approaches based on the
situation.
 21stCENTURY+ SKILLS
 The term 21st century skills refers to a broad set of knowledge, skills, work habits, and
character traits that are believed—by educators, school reformers, college
professors, employers, and others—to be critically important to success in today’s world,
particularly in collegiate programs and contemporary careers and workplaces.
 CATEGORY 1: LEARNING SKILLS (the four C’s)
 CRITICAL THINKING SKILLS
Critical thinking is the ability to think clearly and rationally, understanding the
logical connection between ideas.
CREATIVITY
Creativity is the ability to think about a task or a problem in a new or different
way, or the ability to use the imagination to generate new ideas.
Creativity enables you to solve complex problems or find interesting ways to
approach tasks.
If you are creative, you look at things from a unique perspective.
 COLLABORATION
Teamwork
Partnership
Association
Alliance
 Relationship

COMMUNICATION
Communication skills are abilities you use when giving and receiving different
kinds of information.
Communication skills involve listening, speaking, observing and empathizing.
3 TYPES OF COMMUNICATION SKILLS
1. VERBAL
2. NON-VERBAL
3. WRITTEN
 CATEGORY 2 LITERACY SKILLS (IMT
 INFORMATION LITERACY:
the ability to locate, evaluate, and use effectively the needed information
 MEDIA LITERACY:
is the ability to identify different types of media and the messages they are
sending.
 TECHNOLOGY LITERACY:
Technology literacy is the ability of an individual, working independently and
with others, to responsibly, appropriately and effectively use technology tools to
access, manage, integrate, evaluate, create and communicate information.
 CATEGORY 3 LIFE SKILLS (FLIPS)
 FLEXIBILITY SKILLS
BENDING without BREAKING
the ability to adjust to changes in your life without creating stress or drama.
Being flexible in life means that you can change your plans and adapt to new
situations easily.
 LEADERSHIP SKILLS
Listen
Learn
Accepting failures
Sets a good example.
INCLUDE EVERYONE!
 INITIATIVE SKILLS
you do things without being told;
you find out what you need to know;
you keep going when things get tough;
you spot and take advantage of opportunities that others pass by.

You act, instead of reacting, at work.

 PRODUCTIVITY SKILLS
PRODUCING
AKA “ACTIVE SKILLS”
Speaking and writing skills are called productive skills.
SOCIAL SKILLS
Social skills allow you to connect with other people on a level that
is important in life so you can have more in-depth relationships with others.
 DIGITAL SKILLS
  DIGITAL CITIZEN: digital citizen refers to a person who has the knowledge and skills
to effectively use digital technologies to communicate with others, participate in
society and create and consume digital content.
 DIGITAL CITIZENSHIP: refers to the responsible use of technology by anyone who
uses computers, the Internet, and digital devices to engage with society on any level. This
is why digital citizenship is such a crucial topic to teach today’s students.
HOW TO BE:
 RESPONSIBLE
 ACCOUNTABLE
 MINDFULAWARE
 CONSCIOUS
 ALERT
 WHAT STUDENTS REALLY NEED TO KNOW ABOUT DIGITAL CITIZENSHIP
The 9Ps of Digital Citizenship
1. Passwords: email and online banking should have a higher level of security
and never use the same passwords as other sites.
2. Private information: information that can be used to identify a person. Do students
know how to protect details like their address, email, and phone number?
3. Personal information: information (like the number of brothers and sisters you have
or your favorite food) can’t be used to identify you, you still need to choose who you
will share it with
4. Photographs: private details (like license plates or street signs) may show up in
photographs, and that they may not want to post those pictures
5. Property: Do students understand copyright? Do they respect the property rights of
those who create intellectual property?
6. Permission: Do students know how to get permission for work they use, and do they
know how to cite it?
7. Protection: Do students understand what viruses, malware, phishing, ransom
ware, and identity theft are, and how these things work?
8. Professionalism: Do students understand the professionalism of academics versus
decisions about how they will interact in their social lives? Do they know about
netiquette and online grammar?
9. Personal brand: Have students decided about their voice and how they want to be
perceived online? Do they realize they have a “digital tattoo” that is almost
impossible to erase? Are they intentional about what they share?
DIGITAL LITERACY
 WELL – EDUCATED
 WELL – INFORMED
 CULTURED
 KNOWLEDGEABLE
 Digital literacy is the practice of reading information online and understanding what
it means, where it originated, and whether it’s accurate. As a result, digital literacy is one
of the hardest concepts to teach to students. It’s also one of the most important qualities
for students to become good digital citizens!
 After all, how can they practice good digital citizenship if they can’t discern accurate information
from misinformation online?
  Digital literacy also includes learning about ethics, protecting yourself online, and even
preventing cyberbullying. It’s a lot to pack into a single subject —but it’s essential for students in
21st Century classrooms.
3 CONCEPTS IN PRACTICING DIGITAL LITERACY
 Clickbait: Clickbait refers to any text, headline, video title, etc. that’s
deliberately written to pique someone’s interest and get them to click.
Generally speaking, clickbait is written by organizations that want to get
people to their website so they can show ads and earn revenue.
 Fake News: refers to any media outlet publishing severely biased or intentionally false
information.
 Empathy: makes students question a writer’s motivations behind something they see
posted on social media. think beneath the face-value text that they’re reading online, they
need empathy to truly understand the information they’re absorbing.
DIGITAL WELLNESS
 is the practice of refraining from indulging in the Internet and digital media for unreasonable
amounts of time
Examples of open-ended tools:
 Open-ended tools are those that provide a platform for creativity and exploration, allowing users
to go beyond pre-defined functions and create something unique. Here are some examples across
different domains:
 Physical Tools:
Building Blocks: Classic building blocks like Legos or wooden blocks allow for
endless construction possibilities.
Art Supplies: Paints, brushes, clay, and other art materials offer a vast canvas for
artistic expression.
Craft Materials: Fabric, yarn, paper, and other craft supplies can be used to
create anything from clothing to sculptures.
Musical Instruments: Pianos, guitars, drums, and other instruments allow for
musical exploration and composition.
Open-Source Electronics (Arduino, Raspberry Pi): These programmable boards
let you create interactive projects and inventions.
 Digital Tools:
Graphic Design Software: Tools like Adobe Photoshop or GIMP allow for
photo editing, illustration, and graphic design with endless creative possibilities.
Video Editing Software: Software like DaVinci Resolve or iMovie lets users
create and edit videos, adding special effects and music.
3D Modeling Software: Tools like Blender or Maya enable users to design and
build 3D models for animation, games, or printing.
Programming Languages (Python, Scratch): Learning to code opens doors to
creating software, games, and other interactive experiences.
Digital Drawing Tablets: These tablets allow for pressure-sensitive drawing and
painting directly on a computer screen.
 Learning Tools:
Mind Mapping Software: Tools like Miro or XMind help visualize ideas,
brainstorm, and organize information in a non-linear way.
Open-Ended Games: Minecraft or Roblox allow players to build and explore
virtual worlds, fostering creativity and problem-solving.
Creative Writing Prompts: These prompts can spark ideas and get writers
started on stories, poems, or other creative writing projects.
Project-Based Learning: This approach allows students to explore topics
through open-ended projects where they research, create, and present their
findings.