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Milky Posted 19 years ago
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Phatic encouragement

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0Look what's happening in the area of computer conferencing:02br 02br 00"Engaging in face-to-face conversation involves complex forms of behaviour called 'phatic' functions by semiologists. " we signify our availability for communication. We usually close the conversation with another set of rituals, such as, "I've gotta go.

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  • 0Look what's happening in the area of computer conferencing:02br 02br 00"Engaging in face-to-face conversation involves complex forms of behaviour called 'phatic' functions by semiologists.
  • " we signify our availability for communication.
  • We usually close the conversation with another set of rituals, such as, "I've gotta go.
  • " Throughout our talk, we are continually sending phatic signs back and forth to keep the line open and to make sure messages are getting through.
  • " Looks and facial expressions tacitly reassure interlocutors that they are still in touch, or on the contrary carry a warning if the communication link is threatened by technical difficulties or improprieties.
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0Look what's happening in the area of computer conferencing:02br
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00"Engaging in face-to-face conversation involves complex forms of behaviour called 'phatic' functions by semiologists. When we say "Hey, how's it going?" we signify our availability for communication. We usually close the conversation with another set of rituals, such as, "I've gotta go. See you later." Th
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