Words

Words

Words 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 in your language. Andrew: What…
May 14, 2023Posted inArticulating, Traits of Orality
Language

Language

Language 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 first day of class, and…
May 14, 2023Posted inArticulating, Traits of Orality
Narrative

Narrative

Narrative 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 next to you? Eli: Of…
May 14, 2023Posted inArticulating, Traits of Orality
Rituals

Rituals

Rituals It encompasses several other traits of orality. They act out and convey collective meaning to successive life events (weddings, graduations). Story: Why Would You Do This to Yourself? Michael: This tradition sounds crazy to me. Suryo: It might seem strange to you, but it's a part of our culture. Michael: But what's the point of enduring that kind of…
May 14, 2023Posted inExpressing, Traits of Orality