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Comparison chart of oral communication and written communication

Comparison Chart

AspectOral CommunicationWritten Communication
MediumSpoken wordsText or symbols on paper, screen, or other media
Delivery SpeedReal-time, immediate responseMay have a delay between sending and receiving
FeedbackImmediate verbal feedbackFeedback may be delayed or asynchronous
ClarityMay include non-verbal cues (tone, gestures, facial expressions)Relies solely on words and punctuation for clarity
Memory AidRelies on memory or notesCan be referenced later for accuracy
PermanenceGenerally not recordedCan be archived and referenced indefinitely
Audience ReachLimited to those present during communicationCan be distributed to a wider audience through various channels
FlexibilityAllows for spontaneity and adaptation to the audienceGenerally requires more planning and editing before dissemination
Legal ValidityOften lacks legal validity unless recordedCan serve as legal documentation if properly executed
DocumentationUsually not documentedProvides a permanent record of communication
InteractivityAllows for immediate interaction and clarificationInteraction is typically asynchronous and may require follow-up
ToneTone can be conveyed through voice inflection and emphasisTone is conveyed through word choice, punctuation, and formatting
SpontaneityOffers spontaneity and the ability to adapt in real-timeOften requires more thought and planning before expression
FormalityCan be less formal, depending on the context and audienceOften follows formal conventions and standards
PrecisionMay be less precise due to spontaneous natureAllows for precise expression with careful wording
AccessibilityAccessible to individuals with auditory impairmentsMay require accommodations for individuals with visual impairments
EmotionEmotions are more readily conveyed through voice and expressionEmotions may be expressed through language, but can be harder to interpret
ControlLess control over message once spokenMore control over message content and presentation
InfluencePersuasion may rely on delivery and interpersonal skillsPersuasion can be enhanced through careful crafting of arguments


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