High and Low context

• Engels
• Middelbare school
• vwo
• Leerjaar 2,3

Hello, Cambridge!

LOs: I can give feedback on a Flipgrid video.

I can explain the difference between high and low context communication.

I can describe myself or my family.

Give feedback - 2 stars and a wish

In pairs

Talk about how many rooms does your house/apartment have

What was your
partner's answer?

Dutch students' descriptions

International students' descriptions

- direct

- clearly structured

- literal (less metaphorical)
 - less emphasis on non-verbal communication
-    starts with the main point and then moves on to details.

- message is implicit, not always verbalized explicitly

- flows freely

- non-verbal communication

- starts with the context, circles towards the main point, or zigzags between details and main points.

Choose between...

Describe your family - Unit 2, page 31

Use as much detail as possible

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