Ways of Articulating

Ways of Articulating

Ways of Articulating 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…
May 14, 2023Posted inTraits Cluster, Traits of Orality
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
Symbols

Symbols

Symbols It includes words, signs, colors, gestures, pictures, metaphors, rituals, etc., and embodies an idea, object, or relationship. Some cultures predominantly use shared marks (scarring, ring) and signs (flag, color). In contrast, other cultures rely more on words to bring meaning and mutual understanding within a people group. Story: Just Say It! Jack: We need to be the arrow, not…
May 14, 2023Posted inExpressing, 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