What I'm hoping to learn from this podcast project is some new vocabulary, a better understanding of how Japanese grammar works in conversation (beyond what we've studied in textbooks), and also what Japanese university life is like (and how it compares to student life at Columbia). What I'm really looking forward to is coming up with the script and actually putting what I think I've learned to the test.
As far as what communication means to me... to me, communication means the coherent and accessible exchange of ideas. Communication isn't just putting information forward, it's kind of like ensuring its comprehension as well. Like if someone is lost, and I give them directions--if they don't actually understand any of the directions I've given them, we haven't really communicated at all, I've just spoken at them. I guess communication is the difference between talking at a person and talking with them.
I think you have brought up a very important point. As you mentioned, making the best effort to have the partner understand what you are trying to convey is extremely important. How do you think you can assess other people's understanding? How do you make sure your message is not too personal, helping others to understand the context, message, and your intention? When you make podcast project, it might help thinking about these questions:) がんばってください！！TAむらい
ReplyDeleteI'll keep those points in mind as I go forward, thank you!
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ReplyDeleteI'm glad we agree on that communication requires effort from all people involved, not just certain people in the group; I also find your metaphor of navigation in communication intriguing. I'm excited to work with you on the podcast project!
-Lizzie
Haha, I have the unfortunate habit of speaking entirely in drawn out, sometimes bizarre metaphors. I'm excited as well!
Deleteこれはベネットさんのグルプのベデオのコメント：ベネットさんのグルプのベデオはおもしろくて、楽しいです！It would be very appealing for students who are interested in Columbia or are considering it as their school. I liked how you did some of it "interview" style, and included not just school life at Columbia but also what's nearby for the full experience.
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