Reflect: As you have read this week, there are various methods of digital communication. Some forms of communication are formal, and others are informal. Some types of communication can even violate your privacy, compromising your security. It is important to know what types of communication to use, and when, in order to enhance credibility, success, and privacy.

Write: In question 1 and 2, you will discuss formal and informal communication and give an example of how you use each of the styles of communication. Below question 1 and 2, there are three scenarios. For the first two scenarios you will indicate where the errors are within the content, why they are inappropriate, and how to correct the communication so that it is appropriate. In the final, and third scenario, you will identify which type of communication would be most effective to use and give your rationale.

After reading Module 5 in your primary text and completing the “Express Yourself: What NOT to Do in the Digital Environment” activity, download and complete the “Express Yourself: What NOT to Do in the Digital Environment” worksheet. To save it to your computer, use the following instructions:

• Right click on this Express Yourself: What NOT to Do in the Digital Environment.
• Select “Save As.”
• Save the file to your computer (desktop or a folder).

In the “Express Yourself: What NOT to Do in the Digital Environment” worksheet:

• Insert your first and last name in the space provided on the worksheet.
• Define formal and informal language.
• Provide an example (personal, professional, or academic) that highlights each of the styles of communication.
  • Write about a time that you used informal communication and explain why that was appropriate.
  • Write about a time that you used formal communication and explain why that was appropriate.
• Review the Discussion Board posting in Scenario 1 on the Express Yourself Worksheet.
  • Identify at least three errors.
  • Explain why these errors are inappropriate and what you would do to correct the communication.
• Review the Email posting in Scenario 2 on the Express Yourself Worksheet.
  • Identify at least three errors.
  • Explain why these errors are inappropriate and what you would do to correct the communication.
• Review Scenario 3 on the Express Yourself Worksheet.
  • Explain how Jennifer should go about having the conversation.
  • Explain your rationale.

Save your work and then submit your document. Verify your submission was successful.