Pragmatics of Conversation & Social Language Use

These flashcards cover important vocabulary and concepts related to the pragmatics of conversation and social language use as discussed in the lecture notes.

Pragmatics

The branch of linguistics that studies the use and understanding of language in social contexts.

Conversational skills

Abilities required to engage in effective dialogue, including understanding context, turn-taking, and responding appropriately.

Theory of Mind (ToM)

The ability to attribute mental states, such as beliefs and desires, to oneself and others.

Nonverbal cues

Forms of communication without words, including facial expressions, gestures, and body language.

Language disorder

A condition that affects the ability to use or understand language, often impacting communication.

Discourse management

The ability to manage a conversation effectively, including topic initiation and turn-taking.

Culturally sensitive assessment

Assessment methods that take into account the cultural and linguistic background of the individual being assessed.

Contextual flexibility

The ability to adapt language and communication style according to the context and audience.

Observational rating scales

Tools used to evaluate behavior and skills in naturalistic settings by gathering data from various observers.

Role play

An intervention technique where individuals act out scenarios to practice conversational skills.

Barrier games

Activities designed to assess communication skills where one participant gives directions and the other must interpret them without seeing the same information.

Generalization

The ability to apply learned skills in different contexts outside of the training environment.