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View video – Saylor Academy: Oral versus Written Communication. [6:14 min.] This video reviews how the eight essential elements of communication are similar and different in oral and written communication. One new similarity noted is the expectation for plain language in both oral and written communication, especially in media for wide audience reach. Two main differences emphasized are the common expectations of asynchronous time, and for greater formality in written communication.

Oral versus Written Communication