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What does the concept of World Englishes refer to?
What does the concept of World Englishes refer to?
Filipino English users must adapt to British English terms for better intelligibility.
Filipino English users must adapt to British English terms for better intelligibility.
True
Name one example of a World English.
Name one example of a World English.
Indian English
The challenge is to find a balance between ______ and ______ in English communication.
The challenge is to find a balance between ______ and ______ in English communication.
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Which of the following is NOT a component of multimodal texts?
Which of the following is NOT a component of multimodal texts?
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What is the goal of creating multimodal texts?
What is the goal of creating multimodal texts?
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Match the following types of multimodal texts with their examples:
Match the following types of multimodal texts with their examples:
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What must be considered in creating a multimodal text?
What must be considered in creating a multimodal text?
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Study Notes
World Englishes
- English has become the most widely used language for diplomacy, business, science, education, and entertainment.
- This widespread use has led to local varieties of English with their own unique characteristics.
- Examples of World Englishes include Indian English, West African English, Singapore English, and Filipino English.
- One major issue raised is that these varieties are not always fully intelligible to speakers of other varieties of English.
- There is a need to find a balance between regional identity and international intelligibility.
- Speakers of English may resort to code-switching, using English and another language in the same statement.
Multimodality
- Multimodality is a powerful tool in digital and multicultural communication.
- A text is considered multimodal if it uses two or more communication modes to create meaning.
- Multimodality explores how different semiotic resources (language, gestures, images) contribute to meaning across various modalities (visual, aural, somatic, etc.).
- Multimodality highlights the importance of interaction and integration in making a cohesive text.
Types of multimodal text
- Paper (books, comics, posters, brochures)
- Digital (slide presentations, blogs, web pages, social media, animation, film, video games)
- Live (performance or an event)
- Transmedia (A story told across multiple platforms, such as comics, film, and video games, with a consistent message)
Creating Multimodal Texts
- Requires creative design that combines text, color, photo, sound, spatial design, language, gestures, animations, and other semiotics to create meaning.
- Purpose, audience, and context must be considered when creating multimodal texts.
- In terms of purpose, the creator must be clear on the message and the reason(s) for delivering it.
- Audience factors such as interests, sensitivities, and cultural context must be taken into account to avoid offense.
- Context refers to the situation in which the text will be accessed and the specific semiotic resources needed to convey the message.
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Test your understanding of World Englishes and the concept of multimodality in communication. This quiz explores the unique characteristics of various English varieties and how multimodal resources shape meaning in diverse contexts. Dive into examples and key issues surrounding these topics.
