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Understanding these ethics helps us write documents that are effective and trustworthy at work. It's about being honest and clear so we can build strong relationships with the people reading our work.

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For me, I'd feel okay with (a) because it shows both sides clearly. (b) would make me uneasy because it could hide important details. I'd approach (c) cautiously, making sure it enhances clarity without making my resume misleading.

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Making words/phrases bold on your resume to highlight skills and qualifications

Grey area: Using bold can help emphasize key points, but it's important to be careful. Using too much bold could exaggerate skills or experience, which might not give the right impression to employers. When used wisely and honestly, it can make resumes easier to read and highlight important qualifications.

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Using a smaller font size to talk about the problems with your product/service

Unethical: This can mislead because it makes important info harder to see. It's about making things look good instead of being clear and honest, which could confuse or even deceive people.

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Listing the good points in a list and discussing the bad points in a paragraph

Ethical: This is clear because it shows both strengths and weaknesses. It helps readers quickly understand the positives and get more details on the concerns. This way, it respects readers who want quick info but also need to know the whole picture.

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Reflecting on what we've learned about tone, style, readability, and being concise in workplace documents, it's important to think about how our design choices can affect ethics. Let's look at each situation:

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Communication and Awareness

In multicultural workplaces like those in Canada, it’s important to:

Train everyone on cultural sensitivity.

Create flexible rules that meet different needs.

Encourage open talks about cultural preferences and differences.

By paying attention to these cultural needs and differences, workplaces can become more productive and welcoming for everyone. This not only boosts work output but also promotes to a great atmosphere.

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Extrinsic Benefits

Extrinsic benefits are external rewards like salary, job security, and maintaining a balance between work and personal life.

Pay and Benefits:

Good pay and benefits, such as health insurance, are important in many Western cultures. People also appreciate extra benefits like wellness programs.

Job Security:

Job security is valued universally, but its importance can vary. Some people value both job security and the ability to switch jobs or careers.

Work-Life Balance:

Balancing work and personal life is particularly valued in many countries, such as in Western cultures where longer work hours are less common.

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Intrinsic Benefits

Intrinsic benefits are rewards that come from the job itself, such as feeling accomplished or learning new skills.

Personal Development:

In some countries like the USA, people often aim to grow their skills and advance in their careers. This might not be as highlighted in cultures where the success of the group matters more than individual achievement.

Independence at Work:

Some workers prefer to work independently and use their creativity, like in certain Western countries. In contrast, in other cultures, employees may prefer clear instructions and a more structured work environment.

Recognition:

In certain places, workers expect public recognition and praise for their accomplishments. In more reserved cultures, praise might be more private and focused on the achievements of the team rather than individuals.

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Understanding cultural differences is essential in a workplace. Different cultures have different expectations and values, and recognizing these can make a workplace better for everyone.

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Reference

https://learn.humber.ca/ultra/courses/_247532_1/outline/edit/document/_18532665_1?courseId=_247532_1&view=content#:~:text=ESOL_200_Course_Manual_%2D_online.pdf

I have not picked up the memo from anywhere. I have just written it on the basis of my own understanding.

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Redesigning the Document

MEMORANDUM

TO: All Employees
FROM: Kanav Moudgil, HR Manager
DATE: May 31, 2024
SUBJECT: New Office Policies

Dear Employees,

This is informed to you that the company has implemented new office policies effective immediately.

Key Policies:

Dress Code: Follow the new professional formal dress code.

Office Hours: Updated working hours from 9 AM to 6 PM.

Use of Company Resources: Guidelines on the appropriate use of company resources.

If you have any questions, feel free to contact the HR department.

Thank you for your cooperation,

Kanav Moudgil

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Five Design Qualities for Improvement

1. Formatting:

The memo should have clear sections with headings to help readers quickly identify key information.

2. Ease of Reading:

The current memo is a single block of text, making it harder to read. Breaking it into smaller paragraphs and using bullet points would improve readability.

3. Ease of Remembering:

Important points should be highlighted using bullet points or numbering. This helps the reader to quickly grasp the main ideas.

4. Professional Appearance:

A more professional layout with consistent alignment, spacing, and the use of a simple, readable font would enhance the document's look.

5. Conciseness:

The memo should be concise and to the point, avoiding unnecessary words to ensure the message is clear and direct.

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MEMORANDUM

TO: All Employees
FROM: Kanav Moudgil, HR Manager
DATE: May 31, 2024
SUBJECT: New Office Policies

This is informed to you that the company has implemented new office policies effective immediately. All employees are expected to comply with these new policies to ensure a productive and efficient workplace. The new policies include

dress code, office hours, and use of company resources. If you have any questions, feel free to contact the HR department.

Thank you,

Kanav Moudgil

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My Communication Style: Low-Context

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Understanding My Communication Style: Low-Context vs. High-Context

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REFERNCES

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uMGu89XBcT0&t=200s

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Conclusion

My preference for clarity and directness in communication makes me a low-context communicator. This approach helps minimize misunderstandings and ensures clear understanding among all people.

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Problem Solving

I outline all details, background information, and possible implications.

Ensure all team members have the same understanding of the issue.

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Meetings

I lay out all necessary information in front of everyone.

Provide explicit instructions and seek confirmation to avoid misunderstandings.

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Emails

I write detailed and comprehensive emails.

Clearly state my points and provide necessary context.

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Low-context communication relies on explicit, direct, and clear messages. Most of the information is conveyed through words. Examples: United States, Germany.

High-context communication depends on the surrounding context, non-verbal cues, and the relationships between communicators. Examples: Japan, China.

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References

Source: Humber College Academic Regulations, Section 17.0 retrieved from https://academic-regulations.humber.ca/2021-2022/17.0-ACADEMIC-MISCONDUCT

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Creating an Environment of Integrity: As a member of the Humber community, I have a responsibility to contribute to an environment that discourages misconduct. This may involve actively discouraging cheating or plagiarism among peers and promoting a culture of academic integrity.

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Loyalty to Standards: I must follow the rules of academic honesty and integrity in all academic situations. This includes ensuring that my work is my own and appropriately acknowledges sources as needed.

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Familiarization with Policy: It is my responsibility to familiarize myself with the policy on student academic integrity and understand what constitutes academic misconduct. This includes being aware of various forms of dishonest behavior outlined in the policy.

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Q2. What is your responsibility as a student of Humber College to maintain academic integrity?

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Facilitating Academic Misconduct: The guideline specifically outlines that intentionally helping somebody in conducting any sort of academic misconduct is academic misconduct. This covers acts such as selling essays or assignments with the purpose of submitting them for evaluation. This emphasizes the significance of not just avoiding mistakes themselves, but also preventing others from doing similar behavior.

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Misrepresentation of Personal Performance: This section discusses misrepresentation in addition to the more common types of plagiarism and cheating. For example, providing fake medical or compassionate certifications, or presenting other evidence under false pretenses, is considered academic misconduct. This increases our knowledge of what defines dishonesty beyond regular academic work.

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Q1. In the sections on Academic Dishonesty and Misrepresentation of Personal performance are there any points you were not aware of before? What are they?

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References

Useful Links :

https://learn.humber.ca/ultra/institution-page

https://padlet.com

Material :

ESOL_200_Course_Manual_-_online.docx

Rubric for Weekly Reflection Tasks

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Q3. Give specific examples ( e.g. as a teacher, a chef, a business manager etc.) of the types of lifelong learning and research you will need to participate in as a successful employee in your specific field ( the program you are studying at Humber College) ?

Continuously researching and staying informed about updates in accounting standards such as GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) and IFRS (International Financial Reporting Standards) is essential.

Lifelong learning in accounting software such as QuickBooks is necessary to adapt to technological advancements in accounting processes.

Engaging in professional development activities such as attending seminars, workshops, and obtaining certifications like CPA (Certified Public Accountant).

Developing skills in data analysis tools like Excel or specialized accounting software

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Q2. How will you need information literacy skills in the specific industry in which you will work after graduation?

Expertise in information literacy are essential in every sector, as they enable a person to remain updated with the latest developments, make decisions based on accurate information, and successfully address issues. As an accountant, I will constantly need to analyze and interpret financial data from various sources to provide accurate financial statements and reports for decision-making.

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Q1. What does "information literacy" mean to you?

Information literacy is the ability to identify information needs and to find, assess, and use information efficiently. It requires the ability to think critically, do effective research, and traverse a variety of information sources.