There are many kinds of software that can be used to communicate effectively. A example of this is Voice Over Internet Protocol or "VOIP"
VOIP: Is a software that allows you to make phone calls and text people all over the world using the internet free of charge, using a microphone web cam or any kind of keyboard. Examples of VOIP communication software are Skype, TeamSpeak and Ventrillo.
All three of these communication applications involve communication a lot like a phone call except all three of them include a instant message, however Skype includes video chat when the other two are audio dependent.
Skype: Is a multi purpose Voice Over Internet Protocol as it includes video chat, regular audio chat and instant messaging. Skype can be used in work places to communicate information quickly and effectively, it also can be useful if the business includes over seas branches and can be useful if you need to arrange a meeting without having to pay for travel.
Ventrillo: Is a audio and text based VOIP software. Ventrillo can be useful for teams of personal who have separate work spaces and have to travel to each over to find out information, as a result they can quickly join the Ventrillo server the department is based on and share information quickly and effectively.
TeamSpeak: Is also a audio and text based VOIP software. Unlike Ventrillo Team Speak's servers include a number of channels which can be used to assign channels to specific departments so workers and quickly communicate problems or information to a help desk manager who then will get the problem solved or answer or log the information.
VOIP software's can be useful in a work place effectively as you are able to share information to a variety of people at the same time using either text, audio and video.
However VOIP is only available with the use of technology e.g. computers and mobiles as they are compatible with VOIP software.
In conclusion Voice Over Internet Protocol is very useful for personal and business use as it is able to quickly share information quickly and effectively with no cost unlike phone calls.
Tuesday, 22 October 2013
Monday, 21 October 2013
Learning Styles Part 2 (M3)
We were tasked to create a circular chain out of a piece of A4 paper in which I was paired with a visual learner while I was both a visual and a kinaesthetic learner.
We found it difficult to read the instructions as none of us were auditory learners and we found it difficult to understand exactly what the instructions meant. As a result I left it to my partner as they thought they had an idea of what we were doing and as a result we ended up creating something completely different (A mask).
In conclusion I felt that I needed a auditory learner to help clarify what the instructions meant so that I could do the instructions bit by bit with clarification.
We found it difficult to read the instructions as none of us were auditory learners and we found it difficult to understand exactly what the instructions meant. As a result I left it to my partner as they thought they had an idea of what we were doing and as a result we ended up creating something completely different (A mask).
In conclusion I felt that I needed a auditory learner to help clarify what the instructions meant so that I could do the instructions bit by bit with clarification.
Wednesday, 16 October 2013
House Styles on Microsoft word (P5)
Introduction
We were tasked with improving a flawed design document, so that it had a house style, so as a result looked more professional.Changes
Firstly I separated the title from the paragraph of text, made it bigger, bold and underlined it. I then made the title bigger and changed its font to size 24 Cambria ( Title). Then I finally changed the colour of the title to a dark blue so it looked different to the sub headings.With the sub headings I also separated it from the text from the paragraph made it bigger and bold compared to the paragraph text. To make it look different to the title is used a different font which was Arial (Heading 3) and coloured it light blue.
With the text I changed the font to Calibri size 12 as its easier to read for people with dyslexia.
With the paragraph, I separated it into five different paragraphs, so it looked neater and also each paragraph had a different topic to talk about, so I had to separate them. I also justified the paragraphs so it stayed consistency for the walls of text.
https://docs.google.com/file/d/0BwWNoSiMmBCLeFliNTdEMzBpRFU/edit?usp=sharing
Saturday, 12 October 2013
Game design document Metal Gear Solid 2 (M2)
We were tasked with looking at some design documents from a forum. Me and Adrian decided that we would evaluate Metal Gear Solid 2 Sons of Liberty. We were then tasked with looking at the design documents and evaluating what we thought was good and bad about them, also if we felt that it was a professional design document.
Pro's
Firstly I liked how on some pages it referred with page numbers to previous pages, as it supported what their intentions towards the game were and can reminds the reader that the two pages are relevant to one another, it also gives them a lot more information on what they are reading.
It keeps the same text consistency of heading and then content which helps the reader guide their way down each page.
Uses clear page numbers so the reader can go through the design document in chronological order
Cons
It does not include a contents page which makes it difficult to go through and and find a particular page.
Some of the paragraphs on the page go over to the other page rather than being all on one paragraph making it look very messy and unprofessional.
It contains no pictures what so ever even thought its a sequel it could of used some of the art work from the previous game to prove their point and remind people what some things in the game are.
Conclusion
In conclusion I find that the Design document look very boring and unprofessional as it contains no pictures even thought its a sequel, its paragraphs run over the pages making the document look like a mess, and finally it does not include any kind of contents pages which is usually a convention of most design documents as it is what you usually find in most design document out there
Metal Gear Solid 2 Sons of Liberty Design Document
http://www.gamepitches.com/2012/01/kojima-productions-metal-gear-solid-2-sons-of-liberty-design-document/
Pro's
Firstly I liked how on some pages it referred with page numbers to previous pages, as it supported what their intentions towards the game were and can reminds the reader that the two pages are relevant to one another, it also gives them a lot more information on what they are reading.
It keeps the same text consistency of heading and then content which helps the reader guide their way down each page.
Uses clear page numbers so the reader can go through the design document in chronological order
Cons
It does not include a contents page which makes it difficult to go through and and find a particular page.
Some of the paragraphs on the page go over to the other page rather than being all on one paragraph making it look very messy and unprofessional.
It contains no pictures what so ever even thought its a sequel it could of used some of the art work from the previous game to prove their point and remind people what some things in the game are.
Conclusion
In conclusion I find that the Design document look very boring and unprofessional as it contains no pictures even thought its a sequel, its paragraphs run over the pages making the document look like a mess, and finally it does not include any kind of contents pages which is usually a convention of most design documents as it is what you usually find in most design document out there
Metal Gear Solid 2 Sons of Liberty Design Document
http://www.gamepitches.com/2012/01/kojima-productions-metal-gear-solid-2-sons-of-liberty-design-document/
Learning Styles (M3)
Learning styles Questionnaire
We were tasked with filling in a learning styles questionnaire, so that we could understand what is our most effective way of learning in class. The follow says that i am a auditory learner. However i feel that i learn a lot more visually as I find that this questionnaire makes assumptions on talking to friend and listening to music as I find that it enjoyable in my free time rather than seeing it as relevant to my learning.
We were tasked with filling in a learning styles questionnaire, so that we could understand what is our most effective way of learning in class. The follow says that i am a auditory learner. However i feel that i learn a lot more visually as I find that this questionnaire makes assumptions on talking to friend and listening to music as I find that it enjoyable in my free time rather than seeing it as relevant to my learning.
Its important that people have a awareness of your learning style as it makes it more effective in teaching people through their specific learning style as it help them remember terminology and it helps them remember more over a long term of time.
Wednesday, 2 October 2013
Barriers and solutions to effective communication (P3 M1)
Introduction
Recently we have been learning about communication barriers that may cause potential problems to effective communication and how you can solve these problems. As a result I have a bigger understanding of what communication barriers could come from the following categories.
Physical
A physical impairment could be that the potential employee could have a hearing impairment making communication difficult as the employee might not be able to hear you or may hear some of the conversation making it hard for them to understand. A solution to this is you could speak a little louder and face them at all times which gives them the chance to lip read.
Language
A Language barrier you could encounter could be that the person your interviewing may have a strong regional accent or English is their second language which could be difficult to understand. A solution to this is you could ask them to speak a little slower and ask them to repeat words that just can't quite understand or in extreme cases you may have to use a translator.
Perceptual
One perceptual barrier that could cause a future problem in a interview is if someone has a hidden agenda for example the interviewer could be offering large benefits and incentives to get you to join the company however in reality it hasn't materlised as quickly as expected . To solve this issue you would check your contract and also talk to your manager about the matter and if you failed to get anymore information you would visit your human resources department.
Cultural
A barrier to communication through culture could be that a custom of welcoming someone could be different in other countries, for example in some Asian countries to welcome someone is a bow. As a result you could create a awkward environment where your hand is still out ready receive a handshake to welcome them and they bow. To solve this you could research about the persons cultural background and customs.
Mental/Emotional
An emotional barrier that you could encounter could be that the person your talking to is stressed, as a result of this they may not be listening to what your saying or they maybe distracted with their own problem. To solve this problem you could ask them what's wrong and try to listen to what their problem is, as a result this may calm them down as they may of kept the stress inside for a while, after that you can continue to say what were saying as you have calmed them down slightly.
Recently we have been learning about communication barriers that may cause potential problems to effective communication and how you can solve these problems. As a result I have a bigger understanding of what communication barriers could come from the following categories.
Physical
A physical impairment could be that the potential employee could have a hearing impairment making communication difficult as the employee might not be able to hear you or may hear some of the conversation making it hard for them to understand. A solution to this is you could speak a little louder and face them at all times which gives them the chance to lip read.
Language
A Language barrier you could encounter could be that the person your interviewing may have a strong regional accent or English is their second language which could be difficult to understand. A solution to this is you could ask them to speak a little slower and ask them to repeat words that just can't quite understand or in extreme cases you may have to use a translator.
Perceptual
One perceptual barrier that could cause a future problem in a interview is if someone has a hidden agenda for example the interviewer could be offering large benefits and incentives to get you to join the company however in reality it hasn't materlised as quickly as expected . To solve this issue you would check your contract and also talk to your manager about the matter and if you failed to get anymore information you would visit your human resources department.
Cultural
A barrier to communication through culture could be that a custom of welcoming someone could be different in other countries, for example in some Asian countries to welcome someone is a bow. As a result you could create a awkward environment where your hand is still out ready receive a handshake to welcome them and they bow. To solve this you could research about the persons cultural background and customs.
Mental/Emotional
An emotional barrier that you could encounter could be that the person your talking to is stressed, as a result of this they may not be listening to what your saying or they maybe distracted with their own problem. To solve this problem you could ask them what's wrong and try to listen to what their problem is, as a result this may calm them down as they may of kept the stress inside for a while, after that you can continue to say what were saying as you have calmed them down slightly.
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