Purposive Communication Lesson 1: Nature of Language

Introduction to Purposive Communication

• The topic of study is Purposive Communication using English in a Multilingual Context
• The unit is composed of three lessons:
  • Lesson 1: Nature of Language
  • Lesson 2: Types of Communication
  • Lesson 3: Communication Processes, Principles, and Ethics

Lesson 1: Nature of Language

• Learning outcomes for Lesson 1:
  • Demonstrate an understanding of KLBS in language and communication
  • Relate personal experiences with the input provided

Definition of Language

• Language is a wonderful and dynamic human capacity
• It enables humans to cooperate with each other for communication
• Primary form of language use is interpersonal communication

Characteristics of Human Language

• Only human beings are capable of producing language
• Animals can communicate, but they are not capable of producing language
• Language is a means of communication, but it's different from animal communication
• Human language is a system with rules, whereas animal communication is based on emotions

Components of Language

• A language can be called a language if it has the following components:
  • System of rule (grammar)
  • Phonology (study of speech sounds)
  • Syntax (arrangement of words in sentences and phrases)
  • Pragmatics (practical use of language in social interaction)
  • Morphology (study of structure and form of words)
  • Semantics (study of meaning and reference)

Language as a Method of Human Communication

• Language is a system of words or signs used to express thoughts and feelings
• It is a medium for thought and social interaction
• Language is a social interaction, and people who use language and understand each other belong to the same speech community

Language Acquisition

• Language acquisition is the process by which humans acquire the capacity to perceive and comprehend language
• It is the process of learning language, producing, and using words and sentences to communicate

Purposive Communication in a Multilingual Context

• The study of Purposive Communication involves using English in a multilingual context, comprising three lessons: Nature of Language, Types of Communication, and Communication Processes, Principles, and Ethics.

Nature of Language

• Learning outcomes for Lesson 1 include demonstrating an understanding of KLBS in language and communication, and relating personal experiences to the provided input.

Definition and Characteristics of Language

• Language is a dynamic human capacity that enables cooperation and communication among humans.
• Interpersonal communication is the primary form of language use.
• Only humans possess the capacity to produce language, distinguishing it from animal communication.
• Human language is a system with rules, whereas animal communication is based on emotions.

Components of Language

• A language consists of the following components:
  • System of rule (grammar)
  • Phonology (study of speech sounds)
  • Syntax (arrangement of words in sentences and phrases)
  • Pragmatics (practical use of language in social interaction)
  • Morphology (study of structure and form of words)
  • Semantics (study of meaning and reference)

Language as a Method of Human Communication

• Language is a system of words or signs used to express thoughts and feelings.
• It serves as a medium for thought and social interaction.
• Language is a social interaction, and people who use language and understand each other belong to the same speech community.

Language Acquisition

• Language acquisition is the process of acquiring the capacity to perceive and comprehend language.
• It involves learning language, producing, and using words and sentences to communicate.

Purposive Communication

• Purposive Communication involves the use of English in a multilingual context
• Unit 1 covers three topics: Nature of Language, Types of Communication, and Communication Processes, Principles, and Ethics

The Nature of Language

• Language is a dynamic human capacity used for communication and constructing our social world
• Humans possess a unique capacity for complex language use, surpassing any other species on Earth
• Interpersonal communication involves conversing with another person, either virtually or in person

Language Definition and Characteristics

• Language is commonly defined as a means of communication, but this definition fails to distinguish between human and animal communication
• Only humans are capable of producing complex language systems, rules, and meanings
• Language is distinct from animal communication due to its complexity and capacity for abstract thought

Language Components

• Phonology studies speech sounds in a natural language
• Syntax examines the arrangement of words in sentences, phrases, and classes, and the rules of grammar that sentences obey
• Pragmatics explores the practical use of language in social interaction, including the relationship between sender and receiver
• Morphology analyzes the structure and form of words and their parts
• Semantics studies the meaning, reference, and truth in language

Language as a Method of Human Communication

• Language is a system of words or signs used to express thoughts and feelings to each other
• Language serves as a medium for thought and social interaction
• A speech community is a group sharing a common language or dialect, enabling mutual understanding
• Language acquisition is the process by which humans acquire the capacity to perceive and comprehend language

Language Acquisition

• Language acquisition is an innate human process of learning language
• People acquire the languages used by those in their community while growing up
• Language learning involves gaining the ability to be aware of language, understand it, and produce and use words and sentences to communicate