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Language is adaptive, self-balancing and evolves with environmental change. Understanding this may be the key to developing more nuanced climate change discourse.
Phrases like ‘I suppose’ and ‘I would argue’ can project a lack of confidence when speaking.
How to use language clues to see through someone’s ‘expert’ facade.
To more effectively communicate about climate change online, follow these simple rules
Conversation analysis explains how ums and uhs facilitate communication
Many governments say they are led by the science – so how do they come to such different conclusions?
The discourse and structure of online learning can exclude English language minority students. Techniques such as video chats, “safe houses” and content-focused grading can support their success.
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Professor of Linguistics, Bangor University
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