Face to Face

Synopsis

Illustrates the range of activities which constitute non-verbal behaviour. Considers the functions of non-verbal behaviour beginning with the conveyance of emotional state and attitude through facial expression. Jayalakshimi explains cross-cultural similarites in expression and the Darwinian explanation of inheritance is explored through the facial expressions of young children. Dr Geoffrey Beattie outlines his work on ‘postural congruence’ in tutorials and leads to his beach study in which he observed the congruent positions of couples on a Mediterranean beach. Dr Peter Bull explains the research in which he found particular problems were associated with attitudes.
Jayalakshimi gives examples of problems caused by cultural differences in the way people use eye contact in Britain and India. An extract from ‘THAT’S LIFE’ illustrates the way ‘experts’ can be misled by non-verbal signs. Considers the role of gestures - from giving directions to emphasising a point and marking the rhythm of speech. The role of gesture in turn-taking is illustrated by analysing a conversation using split-screens and still frames. Eye gaze is considered by analysing the way in which a teacher regulates a class discussion mainly by eye contact.

Series

Hello Do You Hear Us?

Language

English

Country

Great Britain

Medium

Video; Videocassette. Standard formats. col. 25 min.

Year of production

1986

Availability

OUT OF DISTRIBUTION

Subjects

Psychology

Keywords

behavioural psychology; interpersonal skills; non-verbal communication

Credits

Producer

Geoff Wheeler

Cast

Pam Royle

Production Company

Name

BBC Open University Productions

Sponsor

Name

Hillingdon Health Authority

Distributor

Name

Open University Worldwide

Web

http://www.ouw.co.uk External site opens in new window

Phone

+44 (0) 1908 274066

Address

Walton Hall
Milton Keynes
MK7 6AA

Notes

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