ASPECTS OF COMMUNICATION

LEARNING LEVEL 2 - SAMPLE ACTIVITIES

Personal(expressing identity)

• Writes a paragraph describing country of origin/job history
• Creates a short report, e.g. describes previous English classes or other training course
• Accesses and uses a range of computer learning programmes, e.g. Crossword Magic
• Writes a note of explanation, e.g. explains own absence in a note to teacher/trainer/manager
• Enters short recount in diary/journal/log book

Cooperative(interacting in groups)

• Writes a list of tasks to be completed by other members of the group, e.g. roster, action plan
• Contributes to short report summarising group response, e.g. workplace problem solving group, local community action group
• Creates list or simple flyer on information to be discussed at a workplace, social or sporting club meeting

Procedural(performing tasks)

• Prepares brief instructions for group member on familiar process, e.g. favourite recipe
• Writes a brief message for a fellow worker, e.g. shift changeover note
• Writes a brief dot-point statement about a process/procedure decided in team meeting 

Technical (using tools and technology)

• Enters routine data associated with production processes and control procedures into database using familiar software
• Records simple and routine information using the telephone, e.g. takes a phone message with name, phone number, and a short message, on a form designed for this purpose
• Creates and responds to SMS texts using accepted presentation

Systems(interacting in organisations)

• Writes brief systems-related texts using an established format, e.g. a brief shift report, menu, order form, OHS incident on standard workplace form/proforma, product non-conformance
• Completes a range of forms requiring routine, factual data, e.g. OH&S records, job application, reimbursement form for expenses such as use of vehicle, pick up and delivery dockets
• Writes brief text expressing an opinion, e.g. for company’s employee suggestion box

Public (interacting with the wider community)

• Completes forms related to participation in community services/activities, e.g. completes brief local council survey, participates in online competition
• Writes a short description of item for sale to be placed on staff/community notice board/e-board
• Writes a paragraph suggesting improvements, e.g. longer class times, improved facilities at the community centre