Definition: The orality traits linked to language, narrative, and words that help people articulate the things around us so that we gain a shared understanding.
People tend to think more generally/descriptively on one side of the lingual spectrum.
On the other side of the spectrum, people tend to value more precise/technical expressions.
The Orality Quotient shows the aggregated score combining results for the lingual traits of orality.
- Language
Definition A communication system structured in vocabulary and grammar expressed through sounds, symbols, gestures, and other non-verbal cues. Language is passed on generationally and identifies people as a group. Most languages develop a written script. Story: I Don’t Understand My Teacher Lila grew up in a small village nestled in the mountains. It was her… - Narrative
Definition The human capacity to create and share stories of all kinds. They serve as a vehicle to receive, process, remember, and pass on knowledge, ideas, and values. Story: A Lifechaging Story Sara was walking in the park when she saw an old man sitting on a bank. Sara: Excuse me, sir. May I sit… - Words
Definition Building blocks of a language describing local realities for shared understanding and expression. The evolving speech and multiple literacies bond people to their environment. They express both literal and figurative meanings. Story: Do You Have a Word for It? Lerato: I’m having a hard time explaining this to you. There’s no word for it…
