WEEK 02

International Communication

WEEK TWO

International Communication

Day #4 EXPANDING YOUR HORIZONS

Exploring Places. Practice describing and giving information about cities, countries, etc., stating preferences; presenting contrasting information; categorizing and evaluating issues.

Effective use of digital technology and information tools

Values

Moving abroad

Digital era, messages and the effective use of digital tools and new technologies

DAY #5 THE ART OF COMMUNICATION

Cross Cultural Communication. Discuss about stereotypes, types of conversationalists and social behaviors; Conversation tips

Day #6 SPREAD THE WORD

Podcasting 1.

What can be done to combat linguistic discrimination?

Language and culture

At the end of this week you should be able to:

Appreciate that there are varieties of Englishes reflecting different cultures and use this knowledge appropriately and sensitively in communication;
Adopt critical attitude toward ideas, thoughts, and values reflected in communication, international communication, cross-cultural and trans-cultural communication.

TED Talk

Why language is humanity's greatest invention 14:24 766,425 views

Civilization rests upon the existence of language, says language creator David Peterson. In a talk that's equal parts passionate and hilarious, he shows how studying, preserving and inventing new languages helps us understand our collective humanity -- and gives a quick lesson on High Valyrian, one of two languages he created for "Game of Thrones" (along with Dothraki). "Language is not merely a tool," he says. "It is our legacy, it's our way of conveying what it means to be human."

Communication

Using appropriate language and register for context
Simplifying interactions
Participating with confidence and clarity

Learners will be able to choose the most appropriate language to use in different situations, manage conversation effectively and express themselves clearly and confidently.