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Discover the fundamentals of language and communication, the distinction between them, how animals communicate, and the significance of speech and writing. Learn about the origins and importance of language development and human communication methods.
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Brainstorm… • What is language- define it in small groups • What is the difference between communication and language • List as many ways as you can think of how animals communicate
What the experts tell us-Communication vs Language Communication: The act of passing on information or ideas Language: A sophisticated communication system used to communicate ideas by using a system of sounds and symbols with rules outlining their proper use
In your opinion which is the more important- speech or writing?
Language is primarily vocal because… • Children learn to speak before they learn to read and write. • Children automatically learn a language as they grow up. • The spoken form came earlier than the written in human history. • Writing is based on speech. • People use spoken language more often than writing.