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Test submission_Assessment week 1
Assignment to be submitted on 25 May

Learning Unit 1: Foundations of Communication and Visual Language

Learning Unit 1: Glossary of Terms

Topic 1.1: Communication Theory and Process

Read
Notes
Discussion
Communication Theory and Process
Topic 1.1 Closing the loop
Lift Week 1 - Decode
Lift week 1 - Board: Command words, content words

Topic 1.2: Verbal and Non-Verbal Communication

Discussion
Guided observation activity:
Short application task:
Short written response (±80–100 words)
IVCN105 LU 1: Topic 1.1 & 1.2 Slides
Topic 1.2 Self-evaluation questions
Topic 1.2 Closing the loop

Topic 1.3: Visual Literacy and Perception

Make brief notes on:
Lecturer-led discussion:
Guided visual analysis:
Short application task:
Select ONE visual example encountered outside class (e.g. advertisement, poster, social media post, website banner).
Topic 1.3 Self-evaluation questions
Topic 1.3 Closing the loop
Lift Week 3 - Reading Skills
Lift Week 3 - Reading with a goal in mind...
Lift Week 3: Cornell Notes
Lift Week 3: Cornell Notes taking activity

Topic 1.4: Design as Communication

Make brief notes on:
Short application task:
Lecturer-led discussion:
Guided visual analysis:
Select ONE visual design example (e.g. poster, website, social media post).
IVCN105 LU1: Topic 1.3 & 1.4 Slides
Topic 1.4 Self-evaluation questions
Topic 1.4 Closing the loop

Learning Unit 2: Academic Reading, Listening and Note-Taking

Learning Unit 2: Glossary of Terms

Topic 2.1: Reading for Understanding

T1_Lecturer-led discussion
Topic 2.1 Self-evaluation questions
Topic 2.1 Closing the loop

Topic 2.2: Active Listening and Comprehension

T2_Lecturer-led discussion:
Topic 2.2 Self-evaluation questions
Topic 2.2 Closing the loop

Topic 2.3: Effective Notetaking and Summarising

T3_Lecturer-led discussion:
IVCN105 LU2: Topic 2.1, 2.2 & 2.3 Slides
Topic 2.3 Closing the loop

Learning Unit 3: Written Communication and Professional Literacy

Learning Unit 3: Glossary of Terms

Topic 3.1: Principles of Written Communication

T3_Lecturer-led discussion:
IVCN105 LU3: Topic 3.1 Slides
Topic 3.1 Self-evaluation questions ICE3
LIFT Week 3- Class Activities Submission Link
Topic 3.1 Closing the loop

Topic 3.2: Professional Correspondence

T2_Lecturer-led discussion:
IVCN105 LU3: Topic 3.2 Slides
IVCN105 LU 1-3: Revision Slides
Topic 3.2 Self-evaluation questions
Topic 3.2 Closing the loop

Learning Unit 4: Academic Writing and Referencing

Learning Unit 4: Glossary of Terms

Topic 4.1: The Writing Process

T4.1_Writting Process - Discussion
Lecturer-led discussions
T4.1 Summary
IVCN105 LU4: Topic 4.1 Slides
Topic 4.1 Self-evaluation questions
Topic 4.1 Closing the loop

Topic 4.2: Academic Tone and Structure

Pre-class Notes
T4.2_Lecturer-led discussion
Revision
Topic 4.2 Self-evaluation questions
Topic 4.2 Closing the loop

Topic 4.3: Referencing and Citation Styles

Plagiarism notes
T4.3_Lecturer-led discussion
Academic source
IVCN105 LU4: Topic 4.2 & 4.3 Slides
Topic 4.3 Self-evaluation questions
Topic 4.3 Closing the loop

Topic 4.4: Academic Integrity and Plagiarism

Academic Integrity notes
T4.4_Lecturer-led discussion
T4.4_Revision.
IVCN105 LU4: Topic 4.4 Slides
Topic 4.4 Self-evaluation questions
Topic 4.4 Closing the loop
IVCN105 Research Essay Progress Submission

Learning Unit 5: Audience, Purpose and Context

Learning Unit 5: Glossary of Terms

Topic 5.1: Audience Awareness and Segmentation

T5.1_Communication notes
T5.1_Lecturer-led discussion
Communication Styles
Topic 5.1 Self-evaluation questions
Topic 5.1 Closing the loop

Topic 5.2: Purpose and Tone of Message

T5.2_Lecturer-led discussion:
Topic 5.2 Self-evaluation questions
Topic 5.2 Closing the loop

Topic 5.3: Cultural and Contextual Sensitivity

Introduction Notes
T5.3_Class Discussion
Topic 5.3 Self-evaluation questions
Topic 5.3 Closing the loop

Learning Unit 6: Copywriting and Storytelling in Design Communication

Learning Unit 6: Glossary of Terms

Topic 6.1: The Role of Writing in Design

Introduction and Notes
T6.1_Class_Lecturer-led discussion:
Briefly Analyze
Topic 6.1 Self-evaluation questions
Topic 6.1 Closing the loop

Topic 6.2: Crafting Effective Copy

Lecturer-led discussion
Short review
ICE 4
Topic 6.2 Closing the loop

Topic 6.3: Visual–Verbal Integration

Lecturer-led discussion:
Visual communication
Topic 6.3 Self-evaluation questions
Topic 6.3 Closing the loop

Topic 6.4: Storytelling and Narrative Flow

Lecturer-led discussion
Communication
Topic 6.4 Self-evaluation questions
Topic 6.4 Closing the loop

Learning Unit 7: Designing Messages and Meaning

Learning Unit 7: Glossary of Terms

Topic 7.1: Elements and Principles of Design Communication

Lecturer-led discussion
Visual communication
Topic 7.1 Self-evaluation questions
Topic 7.1 Closing the loop

Topic 7.2: Composition and Layout in Communication

Lecturer-led discussion
Visual communication
Topic 7.2 Self-evaluation questions
Topic 7.2 Closing the loop

Topic 7.3: Typography as Communication

Lecturer-led discussion
Visual communication
Topic 7.3 Self-evaluation questions
Topic 7.3 Closing the loop

Topic 7.4: Colour and Visual Mood

Lecturer-led discussion
Visual communication
Topic 7.4 Self-evaluation questions
Topic 7.4 Closing the loop

Learning Unit 8: Media and Technology in Communication

Learning Unit 8: Glossary of Terms

Topic 8.1: Media Channels and Their Audiences

Lecturer-led discussion
Communication message
Topic 8.1 Self-evaluation questions
Topic 8.1 Closing the loop

Topic 8.2: Adapting Messages for Platforms

Lecturer-led discussion
Advert, announcement, campaign
Topic 8.2 Self-evaluation questions
Topic 8.2 Closing the loop

Topic 8.3: Emerging Tools and Technologies in Design

Lecturer-led discussion
Emerging tool
Topic 8.3 Self-evaluation questions
Topic 8.3 Closing the loop

Topic 8.4: Strategic Media Choices

Lecturer-led discussion
communication campaign
ICE 5
Topic 8.4 Closing the loop

Learning Unit 9: Ethics, Journalism and Responsible Communication

Learning Unit 9: Glossary of Terms

Topic 9.1: Ethics and Integrity in Communication

Lecturer-led discussion
Ethical communication
Topic 9.1 Self-evaluation questions
Topic 9.1 Closing the loop

Topic 9.2: Copyright and Fair Use

Lecturer-led discussion
Copyright
Topic 9.2 Self-evaluation questions
Topic 9.2 Closing the loop

Topic 9.3: Introduction to Journalism in South Africa

Lecturer-led discussion
South African news story
Topic 9.3 Self-evaluation questions
Topic 9.3 Closing the loop

Learning Unit 10: Presenting and Applying Design Communication

Learning Unit 10: Glossary of Terms

Topic 10.1: Planning and Structuring Presentations

Lecturer-led discussion
Design or communication.
Topic 10.1 Self-evaluation questions
Topic 10.1 Closing the loop

Topic 10.2: Delivering with Confidence

Lecturer-led discussion
Presentation
ICE 6
Topic 10.2 Closing the loop

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