This is What Language Means
New Books in Language
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Exploring the Multimodal Nature of Communication
The chapter delves into the importance of understanding the grammatical distinctions between different forms of communication like spoken, written, visual, and auditory. It discusses the politicization of teaching reading, bias towards written forms in second language learning, and the need for education systems to adapt to students' multimodal ways of making meaning. The conversation also touches on the impact of socioeconomic background on educational performance and systemic issues related to healthcare and funding.
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