Essay On Language And Critical Thinking

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Language Essay Cristal Seabrook-Delgado University of Phoenix Pamela Adams March 17, 2014 “Language is understood to be a distinguishing feature of human beings, and many believe that it is through language that we express our humanity, shape reality, and bring knowledge into being and to others.” (Phillips) As a trainer, I teach people the importance of what we say and how we say it. Language diversity goes beyond knowing a variety of languages, such as Spanish, French and German. It is about using a variety of words and phrases that will suite a particular situation. Language plays a significant role in the critical thinking process because it not only portrays the thoughts of the speaker or writer, but it also tells the receiver of the message how to feel. Language and critical thinking marry especially when one is tackling the art of persuasion. As this paper continues, one will be able to determine the relationship between language and critical thinking. As previously mentioned, language and language diversity play an important role in the critical thinking process because it exposes what the speaker, or author, is attempting to convey. When speaking, people will rely on the tone of the speaker’s voice to determine the meaning behind the words. However, when reading, the reader is gone to focus on the tone of the words. Many words, when read, have a negative connotation. This is why it is important to choose words carefully when working in an online session, such as University of Phoenix, or even just text messaging between friends. An example of this is the difference between the words nitpicking and meticulous. If one were to say: ‘She is nitpicking every aspect of my presentation before she se... ... middle of paper ... ...for error. This will become the platform for their rebuttal. If one is not prepared for their rebuttal, then he or she will appear to be unprepared or to not have consider his or her stance very well. Critical thinking is an important part of the actions that we take. Speaking is no exception. One needs to apply critical thinking when considering how to diversify language. This will allow the speaker to determine which words and phrases are appropriate in which setting. Sometimes thinking critically about language can cause one to feel like he or she is unable to express his or herself, but language has consequences. It is important to think critically about language, because if you aren’t someone else is. Reference Language. (2011). College Composition and Communication, 63(1), 162. Retrieved from http://search.proquest.com/docview/887702950?accountid=458

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