Topic 2

Language

A form of communication, a system of signs used to convey meanings.

Spoken Language

Communication that uses sound and phonemes.

Written Language

Communication that uses marks such as graphemes to represent meaning.

Paralanguage

Non-verbal forms of communication, including visual cues, gestures, facial expressions, and body language.

Semio1c System

A system conceptualized by Ferdinand de Saussure that comprises the sign, signifier, and signified.

Signifier

The sound-image or form that conveys meaning in a sign.

Signified

The concept or meaning that the signifier refers to.

Arbitrary Relationship

The non-physical connection between a sign and its meaning, where the sign does not look like what it represents.

Social Practice of Language

Language as a community-shared system that is established by convention and linked with cultural meanings.

Literacy

A complex and dynamic concept that involves the ability to read, write, and engage with texts in various forms.

Mul1literacies

The recognition of multiple forms of literacy as opposed to a singular view, reflecting varying practices across cultures and contexts.

Cultural Codes

Established norms and conventions that govern the usage and understanding of language within a community.

Phonemic Awareness

The ability to hear, identify, and manipulate phonemes in spoken words.

Texts in Context

Understanding how cultural or historical background influences the structure and interpretation of texts.

Interactive Literacy

Engaging with others using language patterns to express ideas and develop arguments.

Creating Texts

The process of producing spoken, written, and multimodal texts while effectively communicating ideas.