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The Power of Words: Unlocking Complexity and Meaning

Explore the intricate layers of language - from hidden cultural meanings to personal interpretations, diving into the complexities of words and their impact on perception. Uncover the nuances of symbols, simplicity, and manipulation in communication. Discover how language shapes our thoughts and interactions with others.

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The Power of Words: Unlocking Complexity and Meaning

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  1. Words have Power

  2. In the beginning was the Word…John 1 : 1

  3. Sanskrit

  4. The Scottish play

  5. Language separates us from animals

  6. Too complex Too simple The problem of meaning

  7. Too complexhidden cultural meaning & understanding Brown house Cave under the mountain

  8. Too complexCultural meaning What’s the difference between a devout believer and a fanatic?

  9. Too complexHistorical meaning What’s the difference between a terrorist and a freedom fighter?

  10. Too complexPersonal meaning What’s the difference between nigger and nigga?

  11. Cultural capital Add examples here.

  12. Too simpleWords are merely symbols Writing is actually a simple symbol system for much more complex concepts Cat

  13. Too simple Cat Dog Duck Mouse Cow Animal sounds are symbolic of the real thing

  14. Language is fraught with complexity & nuance Language is fraught with literal simplicity The problem of meaning

  15. The problem of meaning Love Art Knowledge

  16. Language is easily manipulated Advertising

  17. Advertising

  18. Politics

  19. So what use is it?Language provides a structure for our sensory perception& Language allows us to logically link various concepts&Language allows us to share our ideas with others

  20. Random Words • Give students a list of five random words, • e.g. Box; Cow; Sunshine; Beyond; Fence • And ask them to: • Show how any or all of the words connect to one another. • Explain how they may influence one another. • Suggest how they might link to the learning. • Create a story encompassing all the words. • Mind-map the connotations of each word and then analyse the links between them. www.edwarddebono.com Adapted from an idea by Edward De Bono – a super author for all things thinking.

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