Articulation Dearest creature in creation Study English pronunciation

Articulation Dearest creature in creation, Study English pronunciation. I will teach you in my verse Sounds like corpse, corps, horse, and worse.

Cultural Diversity Today • 195 nations in the world; all have someone living in the U. S. • 47 million people in the U. S. speak a language other than English at home • France has as many Muslims as practicing Catholics • Radio CHIN in Toronto, Canada, broadcasts in 31 languages • In Geneva, Switzerland, there are so many people from around the world that nearly 60% of the school population is non-swiss.

Cultural Diversity and Public Speaking • Giving a speech becomes more complex as cultural diversity increases • Biggest issues stem from differences in language • • Connotations Gestures Facial expressions Non-verbal signals

Avoiding Ethnocentrism • Ethnocentrism: the belief that one’s own group or culture is superior to all other groups or cultures • Makes us think of our values and beliefs as “right” • Can be positive by creating pride and loyalty • Can be negative by creating prejudice and hostility • Avoiding ethnocentrism does not mean agreeing with others values and practices • Must show RESPECT for other cultures • When listening, be courteous and respectful

Adapting Your Speech • You must adapt to the needs of your audience • Things to consider: • Individual characteristics such as personality, interests, and aspirations • Cultural characteristics such as age, religion, and national and ethnic background • Sociological characteristics such as affiliations, educational background, and occupation