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Língua Inglesa: Emojis

Esta proposta de atividade de Língua Inglesa com base no DC/GO – Ampliado e é destinada aos estudantes do 9º Ano do Ensino Fundamental Anos Finais.

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The Role of Emojis in Modern Communication

In today’s digital world, emojis have become an essential part of how we communicate. These small, colorful icons help us express emotions, ideas, and reactions quickly and effectively. From text messages to social media posts, emojis are everywhere, and they play a significant role in making our online interactions more engaging and expressive.

A Brief History of Emojis

The story of emojis began in the late 1990s in Japan. Shigetaka Kurita, a designer working for the Japanese telecom company NTT Docomo, created the first set of 176 emojis in 1999. These early emojis were simple, 12×12 pixel images designed to convey emotions and ideas in a compact way. The word “emoji” comes from the Japanese words “e” (picture) and “moji” (character).

Initially, emojis were popular only in Japan, but their use spread globally with the rise of smartphones and social media. In 2010, emojis were standardized by the Unicode Consortium, making them compatible across different platforms and devices. Since then, thousands of emojis have been added, reflecting a wide range of emotions, objects, and cultural symbols.

Emojis in Different Contexts

Social Media: Platforms like Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook are filled with emojis. They make posts more visually appealing and help users express their feelings in a fun way.

Texting: In casual conversations, emojis replace words or add emphasis. For example, “See you later! ” feels friendlier than just “See you later.”

Marketing: Companies use emojis in advertisements to connect with younger audiences and make their messages more relatable.

Challenges of Using Emojis

While emojis are fun and useful, they can sometimes lead to misunderstandings. For example, the emoji might mean “laughing” to one person but “overreacting” to another. Additionally, overusing emojis in formal communication can make messages seem unprofessional.

The Future of Emojis

As technology evolves, so do emojis. New emojis are added every year to reflect cultural changes and diversity. For example, emojis now include different skin tones, gender-neutral options, and symbols representing various professions and hobbies.

In conclusion, emojis are more than just cute icons—they are a powerful tool for communication in the digital age. They help us express ourselves, connect with others, and make our messages more lively and engaging. So, the next time you send a message, don’t forget to add an emoji! 

Glossary:

Emojis – Emojis

Communication – Comunicação

Emotions – Emoções

Ideas – Ideias

Reactions – Reações

Universal – Universal

Barriers – Barreiras

Expression – Expressão

Speed – Velocidade

Simplicity – Simplicidade

Creativity – Criatividade

Challenges – Desafios

Misunderstandings – Mal-entendidos

Professional – Profissional

Diversity – Diversidade


Assista à videoaula sobre os Emojis!

Fonte: Estúdio Conexão Escola

Responda às questões

QUESTION 01

(A) tristeza ou decepção.

(B) animação ou celebração.

(C) raiva ou frustração.

(D) confusão ou dúvida.

QUESTION 02

(A) chorando de tristeza.

(B) chorando de rir.

(C) bravo ou irritado.

(D) pensando ou refletindo.

QUESTION 03

(A) alegria ou felicidade.

(D) apoio ou solidariedade.

(C) raiva ou irritação.

(D) confusão ou incerteza.

QUESTION 04

(A) mostrar que a pessoa não gosta de comida.

(B) indicar quais alimentos devem ser levados.

(C) expressar tristeza ou decepção.

(D) mostrar que a pessoa está brava.

QUESTION 05

Escreva frases usando o emojis abaixo: 

Siga o exemplo da alternativa A.

QUESTION 06

Ligue as frases abaixo aos emojis correspondentes:

QUESTION 07

Traduza as frases da questão 5 para o português. Não precisa ser uma tradução literal, apenas da forma que você entende a frase. 

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AutoriaProfª Drª Sueidy Lourencio
FormaçãoLetras: Português/Inglês – Doutorado em Educação
Conteúdos / Objeto(s) de conhecimentoExpressões orais que exponham pontos de vista,argumentos e contra-argumentos
Novos gêneros digitais: gif, E-zines, tweets, game-play,
Internetês: novas formas de escrita, como abre-viação de palavras, palavras com combinação de
letras e números, pictogramas, símbolos gráficos
Componente CurricularLíngua Inglesa
Habilidades(EF09LI01-A) Selecionar e relacionar expressões que
exponham pontos de vista, argumentos e contra-argu-mentos, considerando o contexto e os recursos linguís-ticos para utilizar na eficácia da comunicação em meios digitais.
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KOUSTAFF, Lesley. Oxford Discover. 2. ed. v. 1. Oxford: Oxford University Press, 2018.
FOLEY, Mike; HALL, Diane. New Total English Elementary student’s book, Essex: Pearson. Education Limited, 2011.