Purposive Communication in English

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What is Language?

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A method of human communication, either spoken or written, consisting of the use of words in a structured and conventional way.

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What is Language Acquisition?

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The process whereby children learn their native language subconsciously.

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What is Language Learning?

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Learning a new language involves listening, speaking, reading, writing, and sometimes even a new alphabet and writing format.

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What is Language Contact?

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Occurs when speakers of two or more languages or varieties interact and influence each other.

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What is Communication?

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The process of understanding and sharing meaning, originating from the Latin word 'communicare' meaning 'to share'.

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What are the components of the Communication Process?

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Sender, Encoding, Message, Channel, Interference, Decoding, Receiver, Feedback, Environment, Context.

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What are the classifications of Communication according to Mode?

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Verbal (Oral and Written), Non-Verbal (Body Language, Hand Gestures, Facial Expressions), Visual (Illustrations, Charts, Photos, Drawings, Maps).

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What are the forms of Nonverbal Communication?

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Kinesics (body movement), Oculesics (eye movement), Haptics (touch), Proxemics (distance), Chronemics (time).

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What are the Principles of Effective Communication?

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Trustworthiness, Effective Speaking Skills, Active Listening, Good Writing Skills, Good Reading Skills, Objective Judgement, Value Difference, No Assumptions, Authenticity.

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What is the Linear Model of Communication?

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A one-way process with no external feedback.