WHAT IS DIALOGIC COMMUNICATION?
A dialogic communication refers to an interaction where all parties involved act as both a listener and a speaker (Gilmore 2). This is done by giving each person a chance to speak and present his or her point of view. During dialogue, when a person is talking, he or she is not interrupted by the others in any way. The main aim of dialogic communication is to listen and understand other people’s views for mutual understanding. The hallmarks of dialogic communication are empathy and mutual understanding. Usually, dialogic communication is not a debate and does not involve back and forth discussions; it provides each person with the opportunity to express his or her ideas.
Can you identify dialogic behaviors exhibited by either candidate that contributed to a successful debate?
Successful dialogues call for each party’s ability to listen, have empathy, and the ability to understand the ideas and opinions of the other party (Robert 12). In most times, people engage in dialogues. But whether the dialogue succeeds or not depends on the candidates’ behavior while in the communication. A candidate needs to know the subject, mind his or actions, and also to hold a composed gesture in order to ensure successful dialogic communication.