Pcom

Kinesics

The study of body language, gestures, and facial expressions that communicate feelings and attitudes.

Paralinguistics

The study of voice tone, pitch, volume, and speech rate that supplements oral communication.

Haptics

Communication through touch; different cultures may have varying norms regarding levels of physical contact.

Proxemics

The use of personal space in communication; understanding how distance affects interactions is crucial.

Chronemics

Time as a form of communication; perceptions of time can greatly influence cross-cultural communication.

Multimodal texts

Texts that combine various modes (text, image, sound, etc.) to enhance meaning.

Language Register

The level of formality or informality in language use appropriate to the context and audience.

Active Listening Skills

Engaging with the speaker by providing feedback, asking questions, and summarizing what is said to confirm understanding.

Visual Aids

Using slides, videos, charts, and graphs to support and clarify key points in presentations.

Representational Knowledge

Recognizing that different modalities can convey content in unique ways and have their own strengths and limitations.