Essays about: "verbal communication style"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 7 essays containing the words verbal communication style.

  1. 1. Local collaboration in a Mixed Reality environment : Adding virtual heads to improve social presence

    University essay from KTH/Skolan för elektroteknik och datavetenskap (EECS)

    Author : Lucas Detto; [2023]
    Keywords : Mixed reality; Augmented reality; Social presence; Avatars; Uncanny valley; Video see-through; Blandad verklighet; Förstärkt verklighet; Social närvaro; Avatarer; Kusliga dalen; Video genomskinlig;

    Abstract : This thesis investigates the use of virtual avatar heads to enhance local video see-through collaboration in a mixed reality environment. When users engage with each other using a head-mounted display, the device sits atop their head and obstructs their view, concealing their gaze and facial expressions while collaborating. READ MORE

  3. 2. Safe Spaces And The Use of Non-verbal Tools for Enabling Tough Conversations with Immigrant Women in Sweden

    University essay from KTH/Skolan för elektroteknik och datavetenskap (EECS)

    Author : Tamara Janic; [2022]
    Keywords : Emotions; Safe Space; Trust; Migration; Embroidery; Non-verbal tools;

    Abstract : This study begins with an understanding that immigrant experiences are complex and encompass the change of many factors for the person who moves from one country to another. While existing integration efforts focus on the practical aspects and needs of immigrants, some experiences never get to be expressed and emotional needs remain unvocalized. READ MORE

  4. 3. Small animal veterinarians’ communication with pet owners from av Motivational Interviewing (MI) perspective

    University essay from SLU/Dept. of Clinical Sciences

    Author : Ebba Jennolf; [2021]
    Keywords : motivation; dog owner; pet owner; advisor-client; dental home care; tooth brushing;

    Abstract : Communication is a significant part of the veterinary profession. A veterinarian does not only need the skills to make the correct diagnosis, but also to communicate effectively for the treatment to be successful. READ MORE

  5. 4. Conflict Discourse in Television Series – The Functions and Uses of Silence in Relation to Social Class

    University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Institutionen för språk och litteraturer

    Author : Linnea Elin Andersson; [2020-04-30]
    Keywords : engelska; silence; television; conflict management strategies; conflict; conversation; turn-taking; communication; avoidance; confrontation; conversation analysis; qualitative research;

    Abstract : This study paper investigates the correlation between social class and the use of silence in conflict discourse, by comparing the interactional style and turn-taking behaviour in two television series representing the upper and lower class. To this end, the study analyses conflict conversations inThe Crown (UK) andShameless (US) to show how in both scripts writers use specific linguistic elements to represent how these social classes are depicted in media. READ MORE

  6. 5. Gendered verbal behaviour in gatekeeping encounters : A comparative corpus study on men's and women's use of five linguistic features during job interviews

    University essay from Stockholms universitet/Engelska institutionen

    Author : Olivia Schlyter; [2015]
    Keywords : Corpus linguistics; job interviews; gender; hedges; boosters; pauses; fillers; turn-length;

    Abstract : The job interview is a gatekeeping encounter and it is crucial that the recruitment process is conducted in a fair and just way. Potential gendered verbal behaviour might affect an interviewer's impression and judgement of the interviewee. READ MORE