oral and written instructions

IDENTIFYING INSTRUCTIONS

If you are familiar with correction tapes, they all basically work the same way. Make sure the paper is on a flat surface. Hold the correction dispenser with the green grip on the top so that the index finger can rest on it. Rest the tip of the dispenser against the paper, and with even motion and pressure, drag the tape dispenser across the mistake being corrected. When finished drawing the line, tilt the dispenser forward to cut the tape. Lift the dispenser from the paper. It’s simple and easy to use. 

Answer all the questions based on the text. 

1. Why must the dispenser be tilted forward?2. How should we hold the correction dispenser?

3. What is the similarity between Tipp-Ex correction tape and other correction tapes?

4. How should dragging across the mistake be done?5. What is the first thing to do when using the correction tape?

Oral instructions = instructions given verbally or spoken

words, can be heard

Oral instructions = instructions given verbally or spoken

words, can be heard

Written instructions = instructions which can be

read; words & pictures, need the ability to interpret

Written instructions = instructions which can be

read; words & pictures, need the ability to interpret

To avoid misunderstanding that will lead to errors and work delays, so that

better work performance can be

achieved.

Why are clear instructions important?

Instructions for correctly using a

chainsaw areshown at the right. Follow

them and live.

Grammar Explanations Examples

1. The imperative form of the verb is always the

base form. It is the same whether it is directed

at one or several people.

Ahmad, please switch off the light.

Switch off the light, Ahmad!

2. The subject of an imperative statement is

you. However, we do not say or write you in

imperative sentences.

Stand up straight.

Not : You stand up straight

3. The imperative form has a number of uses.

Use the imperative to:

a. give directions and instruction

b. give orders or commands

c. make requests ( use please in addition to the

imperative form. )

d. give advice or make suggestions.

e. give warnings

f. invite someone

Turn left at the traffic lights.

Don’t move!

Please read this article.

Read this manual, please.

Don’t exercise if you feel unwell.

Be careful! Don’t trip over that mat!

Come to the gym with us tomorrow.

WRITING INSTRUCTIONS (SIGNAGE)

What does the picture mean?????

Visual graphics created to display information to a particular audience

Do you know that a lot of signage can be found at

your workshop?

Do you know that a lot of signage can be found at

your workshop?

Safety sign formats (clockwise from top left): warning sign, prohibition sign, mandatory action sign, and safety information sign.

RECEIVING & GIVING INSTRUCTIONS ORALLY

1. Write PRAWNCOCKTAILS 2. Replace all the vowels with E's. 3. Now change the word EELS to ONE. 4. Replace the first two E's with U's and change the

T to a D. 5. Remove all the C's and the second U. 6. Change the fifth letter of the phrase to the

eighteenth letter of the alphabet. 7. Change the PR to a YO. 8. Change the K to an E. 9. Change the W to an A. 10. Finally, put spaces between the words. (3

WORDS)

1. Plan what you are going to say ahead of time by writing your instructions out on paper.

2. Give short instructions. Don’t use complex language.

3. Make sure everyone’s paying attention before you start giving out the instructions.

Choose any THREE tasks. Give at least THREE instructions on how to complete the tasks.  1. How to shut down a computer properly2. How to get connected to the internet3. How to print a document from a computer4. How to use a vending machine5. How to cook instant noodles6. How to hang a picture on a wall7. How to change a flat tyre8. How to cook rice9. How to use a photocopy machine10. How to create an email account 11. How to make a paper kite12. How to download a song from the internet13. How to change a light bulb14. How to upload a picture in Facebook15. How to send a parcel by mail16. How to pay bills online17. How to renew a road tax18. How to withdraw money from an ATM machine19. How to purchase an item through the internet20. How to make an egg sandwich