PURCOM

• Communication Mode


  The channel through which one expresses his communicative intent
• Modes of Communication


  • Face-to-Face interaction
  • Video
  • Audio
  • Text-based communication
• Face-to-Face interaction


  • Informal or casual conversation between two or more people
  • It is one way of gaining new acquaintances or friends
• Video


  • Web cameras are used so that two or more people who cannot interact face-to-face can communicate
  • If there are no technical glitches encountered, this could be a very effective mode of communication, especially for people separated by distance
• Audio


  • It means transmitted sound
  • In this mode of communication, only the voice of the speaker is heard
  • Ordinarily, someone's voice is heard through the telephone or an answering machine when the other party is not able to answer a call
  • The audio communication mode is quite difficult, especially if you are listening to people with different accents
• Text-based communication


  • Such as email, text messaging and instant messaging. Social media networking sites likewise offer text-based interaction
  • While text-based communication mode does not originally provide video and audio benefits, it has a wider reach and can disseminate information to a larger audience quickly
• Globalization


  The process by which people and goods move easily across borders. Principally, it's an economic concept – the integration of markets, trade and investments which few barriers to flow products and services between nations
• Global


  Terms we often encounter today. These terms are associated with realities outside the territories of nation-states. All countries are engaged in globalization
• Globalization has fundamentally changed how we communicate on a global scale
• Technology as the Driver


  • The internet is the biggest game-changer. It allows instant information sharing, communication across continents, and access to a vast pool of knowledge and people. Platforms like social media, email, and video conferencing have become commonplace for global communication
  • Technologies like mobile phones and undersea cables facilitate constant connection, making international calls, texts, and video chats affordable and accessible
• Impact on communication


  • Increased connectivity - We're more connected than ever before. People can collaborate on projects, share ideas, and build relationships across borders in real-time
  • Spread of Information - News and information travel faster than ever. We can learn about events and cultures from around the world almost instantly
  • Cultural Exchange - Globalization fosters exchange between cultures. We're exposed to different ideas, customs, and languages, which can broaden our perspectives
• Challenges and considerations


  • Cultural Sensitivity - Effective communication across cultures requires understanding different norms and avoiding misunderstandings
  • Digital Divide - Not everyone has equal access to technology, creating an information gap between developed and developing nations
  • Language Barriers - While English is often used for global communication, language barriers can still hinder understanding
• Communication Breakdown


  When people speak different languages, it can be difficult or even impossible to understand each other. This can lead to misunderstandings, missed information, and frustration
• Different Levels of Proficiency


  • Even if people share a language, fluency can vary. Someone with limited proficiency might struggle to understand technical terms or cultural references
• Beyond Languages


  • Dialects and jargon can also create barriers. Imagine a Scottish engineer and an Australian architect using technical terms in their respective dialects - communication could get tricky!
• Misunderstandings


  • Language barriers can lead to people misunderstanding each other, which can cause frustration, inefficiency, and even conflict
• Limited Access


  • Information and opportunities may be limited for those who don't speak the dominant language in a particular setting
• Social Isolation


  • Language barriers can make it difficult to build relationships and feel integrated into a community
• Overcoming Language Barriers


  • Translation Services - These can be human translators or machine translation tools. While machine translation is constantly improving, human translators are still crucial for accuracy
  • Learning a New Language - This is a long-term solution but can be incredibly rewarding. It opens doors to new cultures and fosters deeper connections
  • Visual Communication - Images, gestures, and even emojis can help convey meaning and overcome language limitations
  • Patience and Understanding - Effective communication often requires patience and a willingness to clarify or rephrase things
• 5 Major Purposes of Communication


  • To inform
  • To express feelings
  • To imagine
  • To influence
  • To meet social expectations
• General American English


  Clear communication, education and media, social mobility
• English is an official language in several countries worldwide because during history the British colonized many countries and the system of English learning was instilled among the people. Therefore, people adapted using English and kept it going for their through generations
• American English (AME)


  Sometimes called United States English, this is a set of varieties of English language native to the United States. It's a fascinating and dynamic language with its own unique features, historical influences, and ongoing evolution
• General American (GA)


  Considered to be the "standard or accent less", referred to as standard American English or broadcast American English. It is the umbrella accent associated with neutral, regionally unmarked speech in the United States. It is not a single, uniform dialect but rather a continuum of accent that shares some common features
• British English is the most likeable accent globally. According to Manchester University data, 45% of respondents stated that they enjoy hearing their native language spoken with a British accent
• English is the most widely spoken language in the world and has many accents from Australia to Canada. Even inside of each country around the world, many different accents can be found
• Accent


  Description of aspect of pronunciation which identify where an individual speaker is from socially or regionally
• Types of Accent


  • Foreign Accent - When we speak one language using some of the rules or sounds of another one
  • Local Accent - Can be determined by our region, ethnicity or social group
• Ways to learn new accent

  • Grammar
  • Vocabulary
  • Pronunciation
• Dialect


  Describe the features of grammar and vocabulary, as well as aspects of pronunciation. Further than pronunciation such as distinctive grammar, transcription and words which makes the difference between the two terms
• Explanation Essay


  Is one such example of a written piece of work that addresses "why" questions. It explains a particular topic to its reader
• Blog


  From handwritten entries on a piece of paper or a notebook page, diaries and contemporary times come in the form of online journals, which are called blogs. It is a short version of "web blog" or an individualized piece of written found on the web
• Literal


  Means exactly what it says, uses words according to their standard definitions, straightforward and easy to understand
• Figurative


  Uses words in a non-literal way to create a more vivid picture or emotional impact, doesn't necessarily mean to be taken 100% literally, common types include similes, metaphors, personification, hyperbole, etc.