o Moving closer

o Sprinter's position

o Hand-to-face gestures

Positive gesture clusters - 4

●Evaluation

o Hand-to-face gestures

o Head tilted

o Stroking chin

o Peering over glasses

o Taking glasses off, and cleaning

o Putting eye glass ear piece in mouth

o Pipe smoker gestures

o Getting up from table and walking around

o Putting hand to bridge of nose

Positive gesture clusters - 5

●Reassurance

o Touching

o Pinching flesh

o Chewing pen or pencil

o Rubbing over thumb

o Touching back of chair on entering room

o Biting finger nails

o Hands in pockets

Positive gesture clusters - 6

●Self-control

o Holding arm behind back

o Gripping wrist

o Locked ankles

Clenched hands

6. Speaking and writing

Discuss Lin Pei's behaviour with your partner. Then write some advice for Lin Pei.

Part Two: Teaching Resources (第二部分：教学资源)

1.A text structure analysis of COMMUNICATION: NO PROBLEM?

I. Type of writing and summary of the idea

COMMUNICAATION: NO PROBLEM?

Type of writing

This is a piece of descriptive writing.

Main idea of the passage

By familiarizing ourselves with a few basic nonverbal signals, we can improve our ability to understand what people are really communicating and become aware of what we are broadcasting to the world with our own non-verbal cues.

Idea of 1st paragraph

You were sent to meet business people from several countries at Pudong Airport.

Idea of 2nd paragraph

Examples of greeting by Mr Garcia from Columbia, by Julia Smith from Britain, by the visitor from Japan, by George Cook from Canada

Idea of 3rd paragraph

People communicate by unspoken language, learned or cultural "body language".

Idea of 4th paragraph

Greeting by English people, by people from Spain, Italy, South American and Japan.

Idea of 5th paragraph

Examples of greeting by Ahmed Aziz from Jordan, by Madame Coulon from France, by people from Middle East or some Muslim countries.

Idea of 6th paragraph

Body language is either good or bad.

II. A tree diagram of COMMUNICAATION: NO PROBLEM?

III. A retold passage of the text

A possible version:

You were sent to meet business people from several countries at Pudong Airport.

At the airport Mr Garcia from Columbia approaches Julia Smith from Britain, touching her shoulder and kissing her on the cheek, who steps away from him. Mr Cook, from Canada, reaches out his hand to the visitor from Japan who bows.

People communicate differently by unspoken language, their learned or cultural "body language".

English people usually do not stand close to others or touch strangers when they first meet. But people from Spain, Italy, South American countries approach others closely, even touch them. Most world people greet each other by shaking hands while Japanese people do so by bowing.

People from Jordan moves close to the one they greet. People from France may greet each other by shaking hands and kissing. Men from Middle East or some Muslim countries stand quite close to other men to talk and they will not shake hands with women.

Body language is either good or bad. Its understanding helps you better communicate with each other.

2.Background information on Body language

I. American Gestures

COMMON GESTURES

1. Americans are a not touch (touch/not touch)oriented.

2. In normal social situations, Americans generally stand about 30 inches apart from one another, which is also considered their personal "comfort zone."

3. At sporting events or the theater, Americans usually slide into a crowded aisle while facing forward (forward/the people).

Gesture

Meaning

Americans shake hands, and from an early age they are taught to do so with a firm., solid grip.

When greeting one another.

American children are taught to look others directly in the eyes.

When greeting and conversing. If not, means shyness or weakness.

Arm raised and the open hand "waggles" back and forth.

Signaling "hello" or "good-bye." Or trying to get someone's attention.

Americans will often wave to another person and then turn to make hand scoop inward; or raise the index finger ) palm toward one's face, and make a "curling " motion with that finger.

To beckon or summon another person.

Palm facing out with the index and middle fingers displayed in the shape of a "V."

"Victory" or "peace."

Thumb and forefinger form a circle with the other three fingers splayed upward; it is used frequently and enthusiastically.

"O.K." meaning "fine" or "yes."

Thumb up with a close fist.

Meaning support or approval, "O.K." or "Good Going!" or "Good job!"

Fist raised with index finger and little finger extended.

Texas rallying call "hook 'em horns." Baseball meaning "two outs."

Whistling

Pretty woman, cheering at sporting events, applauding performances.

Nodding and shaking the head.

Yes and No

Extend the forefinger and make a circular motion near the temple or ear.

Something or someone is "crazy."

II.Common Asian Gestures

1. GREETINGS GESTURES

a) Handshaking

b) Bowing

c) Avoid direct eye contact

2. BEKONING GESTURES

a) To beckon someone, the palm faces downward and the fingers are moved in a scratching motion.

b) Avoid using fingers in pointing to an object.

3. TOUCHING GESTURES

a) Not touch oriented societies

b) Avoid public display of affection

c) Pushing (bumping) in crowds

4. OTHER NON VERBAL GESTURES

a) Respect to elderly people

b) Smiling often can cover a gamut of emotions: happiness, anger, confusion, apologies , or sadness.

c) Displaying an open mouth (such as yawning or a wide-open laugh) is considered rude, especially with women who cover their mouths when giggling or laughing.

d) Try to maintain a balanced posture, stand or sit erectly or squarely. Don't slouch or put on the ground with arms in the lap or on the armrest. Crossing the legs at the knees or ankles is the preferred form rather than with one ankle over the other knee.

e) Silience (listening) is a sign of politeness and of contemplation. During conversations, be especially careful about interrupting.

Japan

In summary, for most visitors the Japanese are complex and difficult to understand. Remember two things: (1) style, or the way things are done, is just as important as substance, or what is being done; and (2) watch your Japanese hosts carefully and follow their example.

5. GREETING GESTURES

a) The graceful act of bowing is the traditional greeting.

b) However, they have also adopted the western custom of shaking hands, albeit with a light grip and perhaps with eyes averted. Meanwhile, to show respect for their customs, it would flatter them to offer a slight bow when being introduced.

c) Avoid hugging and kissing when greeting.