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What is communication
Act of exchanging information, ideas, thoughts
What is communication? What are the differences between formal and informal communication?
Formal is not private, close or deep - in an office , a bank, school ... Informal is among friends and people who are close to each other
Name some common forms of communication
Verbal -it is spoken - we talk, Written - we write words down- n letters, emails, sms, Non verbal - our body language, Visual - we see signs,logos, brands
Characterise verbal form of communication.
We speak, talk, we can hear it
Characterise non - verbal form of communication.
We see mimics, gestures, our body can express our feelings and state of mind
Characterise written form of communication.
We write messages, email, postcards, wishes, congartulations... Not many letters nowadays
Characterise visual form of communication.
We see som road signs, logos, brands on the street, which give us information about something.
Give examples of negative body language.
No eye contact, crossed arms, legs, hands, keeping distance, hands on hips, finger tapping
Give examples of positive body language.
Eye contact, smile, relaxed posture, firm handshake, nodding your head
What kind of communication do you prefer? AND EXPLAIN WHY!
Your own answer
Give 5 tips on an effective conversation.
Keep eye contact, listen actively, show interest, speak appropriately - not loud or too quite, not to fast or slow, be kind/polite
What should we avoid when having a conversation?
Being rude, being intimate, interrupting the partner, shouting, aggression, arrogance
Why should we learn a foreign language? Give reasons.
We can get a better paid job, we can travel and get to know other people, cultures and lifestyles, find a partner, we are getting more intelligent
What are the best ways of learning a foreign language. Give 3 examples.
Listening to music and podcasts, reading news, tutorials nad jokes, watching movies and series, joining an online course, playing pc games, ...
How do you learn a foreign language?
Your own answer
What is your opinion about learning a foreign language at school? Is it enough?
Your own answer
