16 Questions
According to Cohen (2004), what is a communicative strategy?
A systematic attempt by the learner to express meaning by a target language in which suitable systematic rules have not been formed.
What is the definition of communicative strategy according to Poulisse (1989)?
Strategies that a speaker uses to solve communication problems caused by lack of appropriate forms in the mental-lexical.
What did Stem (1983) define communicative strategy as?
Techniques of dealing with difficulties in communicating in an imperfectly known second or foreign language.
As per Corder (1978), what is a communicative strategy?
A systematic technique employed by a speaker to express his own idea when faced with some difficulties.
What is nomination as a type of communicative strategy?
Starting off with news inquiries and news announcements to open a conversation topic.
What problem does a communicative strategy aim to solve?
Lack of appropriate forms in the mental-lexical.
What is the primary idea behind Turn-Taking in communication?
To give all communicators a chance to speak
What does Topic Control cover in a conversation?
How procedural formality or informality affects the development of the topic
What does Restriction in communication refer to?
Limitation a speaker may have
What is the purpose of keeping the conversational environment open for opinions until the prior topic shuts down easily?
To initiate a smooth end of the topic
What is the key idea behind Topic Shifting in communication?
To send comprehensive details and information regarding the topic to address a certain communication breakdown
How does Turn-Taking acknowledge the necessity of observing the fine art of conversation?
By giving all communicators a chance to speak when it is their turn
What is the code of behavior behind establishing and sustaining a productive conversation?
Acknowledging others by employing visual signals like nods
What is achieved cooperatively when a topic is initiated?
Collectively developing the topic by avoiding unnecessary interruptions and topic shifts
What does Turn-Taking pertain to in communication?
Observing someone's need to speak when it is his/her turn
How does Restriction in communication confine a speaker?
By confining instructions that limit what can be said
Study Notes
Communicative Strategies
- A communicative strategy is a plan or approach to overcome communication difficulties (Cohen, 2004)
- According to Poulisse (1989), a communicative strategy is a potentially conscious or unconscious process to compensate for a lack of linguistic or sociolinguistic knowledge
- Stem (1983) defined a communicative strategy as a speaker's attempt to convey meaning despite linguistic limitations
Nomination
- Nomination is a type of communicative strategy where a speaker assigns a title or label to an object or concept to facilitate communication
Problem-Solving
- A communicative strategy aims to solve the problem of conveying meaning effectively despite linguistic or sociolinguistic limitations
Turn-Taking and Conversation
- The primary idea behind Turn-Taking in communication is to acknowledge the necessity of observing the fine art of conversation
- Turn-Taking pertains to the process of exchanging speaking roles in a conversation
- Topic Control covers the management of topics in a conversation
- Restriction in communication refers to the limitations or boundaries imposed on a speaker
- Restriction in communication confines a speaker by limiting their freedom to express themselves
Conversational Environment
- The purpose of keeping the conversational environment open for opinions until the prior topic shuts down easily is to achieve a cooperative and productive conversation
- Topic Shifting in communication involves moving from one topic to another
- The code of behavior behind establishing and sustaining a productive conversation involves respecting the turn-taking process and avoiding restrictions
Cooperative Communication
- When a topic is initiated, it is achieved cooperatively through effective communication and turn-taking
Test your understanding of communicative strategy, which involves the use of different strategies by a speaker to solve communication problems. This quiz explores the various definitions and approaches to communicative strategy in oral communication.
Make Your Own Quizzes and Flashcards
Convert your notes into interactive study material.
