Real Communication Research Articles

Modulation Classification of Underwater Communication Signals Based on Channel Estimation

Classifying modulated signals for non-cooperative underwater acoustic communication is challenging due to signal distortion caused by fading and multipath effects in the underwater acoustic channel. Our proposed method utilizes channel estimation parameters to measure and correct signal distortion, thereby enhancing the recognition performance of the received signal. Modulation classification experiments were conducted on a public dataset with various modulation schemes, as well as on the same dataset with simulated underwater acoustic channels. The results indicate that our method effectively mitigates the impact of the underwater acoustic channel on modulation signal classification, improves recognition accuracy, and is broadly applicable to a wide range of machine learning classifiers. Finally, we validated these findings using real underwater communication data.

CAMBODIAN EFL STUDENTS’ PERCEPTIONS OF FACTORS INFLUENCING PRONUNCIATION

This study aims to explore students’ perceptions of factors influencing pronunciation. The study was designed quantitatively. The purposive sampling method was used, and 50 Cambodian EFL students at the National University of Battambang were selected as the sample. The questionnaire was designed in a semi-structured format. The data was analyzed by SPSS. The result showed that most participants believed learning English from a young age leads to better pronunciation. Interestingly, it indicated that the mother tongue (Khmer) influences English pronunciation since learners find it difficult to produce some sounds, especially the /th/sh/f/v/ sound in English, as these sounds do not exist in the sound system of Khmer. Additionally, the majority of the respondents believed that being exposed to an English-speaking environment, including real communication with English native speakers or access to English-speaking learning media, can enhance pronunciation. Last but not least, it was also assumed that feedback on pronunciation errors and motivation contribute to a positive learning process. Therefore, this study provides insight into effective pronunciation instruction.

Специфика продвижения на российском рынке недвижимости: анализ лучших практик и потребительских предпочтений

The primary real estate market has shown systematic growth since 2020 due to the stimulating demand by using mortgages with state support, as well as the availability of a project financing instrument that protects the buyer from the risks of losing money invested in shared construction. At the same time, the current unstable economic situation leads to a drop in demand caused by a decrease in purchasing power and rising inflation. This dynamics primarily indicates an increased number of proposals, a high level of competition and the risk of oversaturation for developers. In the current conditions the gap emerging in the real estate market between the existing supply and real demand will only increase, which will require developers to use tools and management solutions aimed at promoting the product in the real estate market and building effective personalized communication with clients. The success of marketing tools depends on companies' focus on consumer sentiment, behavior and preferences. The presented work analyzes the civil construction industry's best practices for interaction with buyers, taking into account their emotions, expectations and concerns.

Method for Controlling Dispersion in Order to Maintain a Quasi-Soliton Pulse Propagation Mode in High-Speed Fiber-Optic Communications System

Relevance: Every year, there is an increasing need to enhance the bandwidth and range of fiber-optic communication systems. The study of methods to control dispersion is relevant and helps maintain a quasi-soliton regime, which is essential for ensuring high-speed, reliable data transmission. Conducted modeling and calculations make this research practical and applicable. This will enable engineers to accurately predict the system's behavior and optimize its performance before implementing it in real-world networks.Problem statement: Investigation of the processes of maintaining a quasi-soliton regime in fibers with decreasing chromatic dispersion and alternating fibers with different signs of chromatic dispersion, both with and without initial chirping.Goal of the work: The development and analysis of techniques to control dispersion in order to maintain a quasi-soliton mode of light propagation in single-mode optical fibers.Methods: The study of the processes of maintaining a quasi-soliton regime was carried out by mathematical and numerical modeling. To substantiate the methods, theoretical analysis and calculations were carried out and schemes for a quasi-soliton fiber-optic communication system were developed and modeling was carried out.Result: The analysis of the results demonstrated the effectiveness of the proposed method and showed the efficiency and stability of the solutions in conditions that were close to real-world scenarios. Novelty: Models for maintaining a quasi-soliton regime and methods for studying them have been developed. The most effective ways to preserve quasi-soliton pulses over long distances have been analyzed.Practical significance: The developed models and research methods can be applied in the educational process and the development of real fiber-optic communication systems.

Performance comparison of various end-to-end learning technologies with a bandwidth-limited OWC system

Recently, end-to-end (E2E) learning methodologies have garnered significant attention as a compelling approach to attain global optimal communication within the domain of 6 G native intelligent systems. Nevertheless, a precise evaluation of the diverse E2E techniques is still lacking, leading to uncertainties regarding their applicable scenarios and effectiveness. In this paper, we present a comprehensive comparison applying three advanced E2E methods including the autoencoder-based geometric shaping (AEGS) model, comprehensive autoencoder (CAE) model, and wave-wise auto-equalization (WWAE) model in a real bandwidth-limited optical wireless communication (OWC) system. A novel attention-based comprehensive noise joint channel estimator (ACNJCE) is proposed to serve as a universal channel model adaptable to the existing E2E methods. Based on traditional carrier-less amplitude and phase modulation (CAP) modulation, AEGS, WWAE, and CAE are compared under the conditions of 2 GBaud and 3 GBaud respectively. The final results demonstrate that the CAE exhibits the capability to autonomously allocate bandwidth and achieves the highest dynamic adjustment range, which is increased by 69% compared with CAP based on neural network (NN) equalization. In contrast, AEGS has obvious advantages in terms of received optical power (ROP) gain. Based on bit-power loading discrete multi-tone modulation (DMT) modulation, WWAE can effectively compensate the signal spectrum after modulation order optimization and finally achieves the highest data rate under the condition that the −3 dB bandwidth of the channel is only close to 1 GHz. The BER of WWAE with DMT at this rate is 25.2% of that using the NN equalization. Furthermore, experimental results under turbulent conditions reveal that AEGS exhibits superior and more stable performance amidst the perturbations caused by turbulence due to its ability to achieve end-to-end autonomous optimization while integrating traditional modulation and bringing additional shaping gain. According to our knowledge, this marks the first comprehensive evaluation and comparison of existing major E2E algorithms and traditional communication algorithms in a real OWC system.

Politeness Strategies by "Ellie" from the Tv series "The Last of Us."

This research thoroughly explores the captivating world of politeness strategies employed by the main character, "Ellie," in the immensely popular television series "The Last of Us." the data source was meticulously collected from the HBO streaming service website and a comprehensive transcript repository. Employing Brown and Levinson's politeness strategy framework (1987), the study embarked on a qualitative method analysis, carefully examining the dialogue and interactions of "Ellie" throughout the series. The investigation unravels a fascinating array of insights, shedding light on how "Ellie" masterfully employs diverse politeness strategies in her communications. The study identified 16 instances of various politeness strategies found within the series. Among these, the most frequently observed strategy was the "Bald on Record" approach, utilized a remarkable nine times (comprising 52.25% of the instances). Following this, the "Negative Politeness" tactic emerged with four occurrences (25%), while "Positive Politeness" was deployed twice (12.5%). Lastly, the "Off-record" strategy was observed once (10%). The findings of this research unveil a compelling pattern of "Ellie" consistently employing a wide range of politeness strategies throughout the series. It is intriguing that the prevalence of "Bald on Record" may be attributed to the dangerous and challenging circumstances Ellie and the other characters face in the post-apocalyptic world. Direct communication is a pragmatic approach in such dire situations, minimizing misunderstandings and saving precious time. This study's nuanced exploration of politeness strategies in "The Last of Us" offers valuable insights into the complexities of human communication, even in the face of adversity. It mirrors real-life communication challenges and strategies in diverse contexts.

Impact of simulated patient-based communication training vs. real patient-based communication training on empathetic behaviour in undergraduate students – a prospective evaluation study

BackgroundEmpathy is a key competency and is essential for doctor-patient relationships. Studies have proven a continuous reduction of empathy in medical students during their study period. The use of SPs is positively evaluated for competency acquisition and real patient communication training has positive effects on empathy empowerment. Therefore, the present study focusses on the impact of simulated patient (SP) vs real patient (RP) communication training on empathetic behaviour in undergraduate medical students.MethodsThe prospective evaluation took place during a 210-minute skills lab unit on medical communication for 3rd year medical students. Study participants were allocated in advance to one of three groups: one group trained with an SP (SP-group) and was informed about the fact that it was an SP; another group trained with an SP but assumed to encounter an RP (incognito patient group (IP-group)); the last group trained with an RP and was correctly informed about it (real patient group (RP-group). Self-assessed empathy was measured by using Jefferson Scale of Physician Empathy (JSPE) and Interpersonal Reactivity Index (IRI), as these are the most commonly used instruments for assessing empathy. Study participants were evaluated on empathetic behaviour by their group-associated patient using the Consultation and Relational Empathy (CARE) scale.Results146 students participated. There was no significant difference in self-assessed empathy between groups for JSPE and IRI. External assessment via CARE showed a statistically significant difference between SP-group and IP-group , as well as between SP-group and RP-group. There was no significant difference between IP-group and RP-group. This means that students training with real patients (or who believed them to be real) did receive significantly lower performance ratings on their empathy.ConclusionThe results demonstrate a significant lower external empathy rating for students who had trained with a real patient or if they were in the belief of having encountered a real patient; this may be due to inhibitions and a lack of routine. Therefore, we recommend implementing SPs in the early study period with the gradual integration of RPs in the student’s further course of study.

Digital multimodal composing as a translanguaging space

Abstract Multimodality and translanguaging are groundbreaking concepts that researchers and teachers in second language education have increasingly embraced over the past decade. Despite their potential to transform traditional monolingual and monomodal approaches to assessment design, these concepts remain largely unexplored in Chinese language teaching, particularly as legitimate assessment strategies. This study was conducted with a large group of ab initio beginners of Chinese at a Western university. It first analyses students’ digital multimodal composing (DMC) projects, a video assessment designed to enable students to showcase their learning achievements multimodally and multilingually. It then discusses the challenges students encountered when engaging with this novel assessment approach for the first time. Findings demonstrate that in this DMC project students created a translanguaging space with rich trans-semiotic resources, actively engaging in communication through their newly acquired language despite being absolute beginners in their first few weeks of learning. Furthermore, due to the novelty of the assessment design, the study also found that some students encountered challenges such as uneven technical skills and the complexity of the assessment design. The study suggests that teachers should reconceptualise their approach to teaching Chinese in the digital age, focusing on empowering learners to apply their language skills in real-life communication contexts. Building ownership of their L2 learning can strengthen their motivation to learn Chinese more effectively and creatively.

The antinomic nature of socialization in the space of digital culture

The relevance of the study is due to the intensive development of digital technologies, which is generated by a specific element of social space virtual space. The dynamic development of digital culture has led to the formation of processes and phenomena that significantly affect both the functioning of the social system and the socialization of an individual.The purpose of the work is to reveal the features of the influence of digital culture on the socialization of a modern person.Objectives: to characterize the phenomenon of digital culture; outline the features of socialization of a person in the conditions of digital culture.Methodology. The methodological basis of the article includes: a systematic method that allows identifying the main elements of the space of digital culture, which determine the specifics of the socialization of a person; analysis and synthesis to reveal the essence and specifics of socialization in the space of digital culture.Results. In modern socio-cultural conditions, the space of digital culture is defined as a specific factor of socialization, which led to the selection and establishment of a new concept of "digital socialization", which is considered to be a defining component of the socialization process of a person.Conclusions. The space of digital culture creates more favorable conditions for the self-realization of the individual, since in it the results of the subject's creative activity are accepted by others as an acceptance of his individuality and the maximum activity of the individual is ensured when determining the trajectory of his development.At the same time, actual or potentially negative results of transferring the process of socialization to the Internet space are highlighted. This, first of all, is far from being an equivalent replacement for real virtual-simulation communication; strengthening of social anomie; the dominance of fragmented and intuitive knowledge, as well as extreme value relativism in the process of innovative transformations in the sphere of socialization, etc.

CONSTRUCTION OF IDENTITY IN THE DIGITAL AGE AND THE MECHANISMS OF SOCIAL CONTROL

The article analyzes the main approaches to understanding the nature of identity construction and the mechanisms of social control in the digital age. Digitalization, globalization, and the transition of modern society to a networked or digital state have created new conditions for constructing identity, which is becoming more flexible and changeable. A close relationship between the nature of identity formation and practices of social control has been proven. The construction of identity in the digital society is a complex process involving individuals’ interaction with technology, social media and information systems. This process serves as a form of social control, establishing norms, influencing behavior, and shaping identities by social, economic, and political interests. Social networks are becoming important channels of identity formation, where individuals interact with different groups and virtual communities. The regulatory, economic, and political control mechanisms in the digital environment are described. It is proved that online platforms contribute to the construction of social ties, which ensures social control by influencing the content and nature of interactions. They also form prevailing unified patterns and models of action, influencing the identity and social behavior of individuals. Information and communication technologies offer new opportunities for self-expression and self-identification, but at the same time pose challenges to the preservation of the personal self. Therefore, it is necessary to take these issues into account in studies of digital culture and social media. Identity is not isolated or autonomous but is formed through constant interconnections with society and under the influence of various mechanisms of social control. The subject always has the opportunity to create new forms of identity and go beyond fixed roles and functions. However, it is also important to find a balance between the use of digital technologies and the preservation of real communications, while minimizing the negative consequences.

Online bone/air-conducted speech fusion in the presence of strong narrowband noise

Online adaptive bone/air-conducted speech fusion is a very promising and attractive technique for real time speech communication in noisy environments. This paper firstly demonstrates that conventional bone/air-conducted speech fusion systems may degrade significantly, despite that only a tiny narrowband noise pollution persists in bone-conducted speech by extensive simulations and experiments. To address this issue, a robust nonlinear system is proposed that successfully enhances the speech contaminated by the harsh narrowband noise. The penetrated narrowband noise is extracted by an adaptive linear prediction filter from an extra reference signal that is capture by a non-contacted bone sensor, and then fed to the parallel adaptive noise cancellers to reconstruct a cleaner error feedback for the speech recovery system. Due to this combination, the proposed system enjoys both attractive robustness against the harsh additive noise and strong real-time capability. Simulations as well as application to a real factory noise are conducted to demonstrate the superior performance of the proposed system.

Teachers’ Practice of Teaching Advanced Speech: The Case of Debre Markos University, Ethiopia

Different studies have disclosed that most university students in Ethiopia lack communicative competence, and hence they cannot communicate effectively in English. This is caused by a number of factors, the major ones having to do with the curriculum, the process of teaching and learning, or the methods used in the assessment. This inquiry was made to look into the practice of teaching the Advanced Speech course. Forty-three students and six teachers were included in the study. Data were collected through in-depth interviews and classroom observation. The data revealed that most of the teachers were assigned to teach the Advanced Speech course against their will. Moreover, the student class size and seating arrangement were not appropriate for spoken courses. Teachers were not creating a conducive environment for the students to use the target language in real-life communication. The teachers’ main role was giving lectures; they were not supervising and guiding the students. Activities used to teach advanced speech were dull and pitched at the wrong level. This implies that teachers’ teaching practices were not effective to improve the students’ skill.

Evolution of Industrial Robots from the Perspective of the Metaverse: Integration of Virtual and Physical Realities and Human–Robot Collaboration

During the transition from Industry 4.0 to Industry 5.0, industrial robotics technology faces the need for intelligent and highly integrated development. Metaverse technology creates immersive and interactive virtual environments, allowing technicians to perform simulations and experiments in the virtual world, and overcoming the limitations of traditional industrial operations. This paper explores the application and evolution of metaverse technology in the field of industrial robotics, focusing on the realization of virtual–real integration and human–machine collaboration. It proposes a design framework for a virtual–real interaction system based on the ROS and WEB technologies, supporting robot connectivity, posture display, coordinate axis conversion, and cross-platform multi-robot loading. This paper emphasizes the study of two key technologies for the system: virtual–real model communication and virtual–real model transformation. A general communication mechanism is designed and implemented based on the ROS, using the ROS topic subscription to achieve connection and real-time data communication between physical robots and virtual models, and utilizing URDF model transformation technology for model invocation and display. Compared with traditional simulation software, i.e., KUKA Sim PRO (version 1.1) and RobotStudio (version 6.08), the system improves model loading by 45.58% and 24.72%, and the drive response by 41.50% and 28.75%. This system not only supports virtual simulation and training but also enables the operation of physical industrial robots, provides persistent data storage, and supports action reproduction and offline data analysis and decision making.

Code-Switching in “Kongsi Raya”: Unveiling Communication Patterns in Cinema

Code-switching, a prevalent phenomenon in societies, especially among multilingual individuals, involves effortlessly transitioning between languages. Some scholars argue that code-switching signals a lack of language proficiency, while others believe it is an additional tool for achieving specific interactive goals when conversing with others. This behavior is not limited to real-life interactions but also appears in various creative mediums such as talk shows, music, films, and other artistic expressions. The primary objective of this research was to identify and analyze instances of code-switching in the film "Kongsi Raya." Using a qualitative descriptive methodology, the study collected and thoroughly examined selected scenes and dialogues from the movie, applying Malik's (1994) code-switching functions framework. The findings showed that code-switching was used either unconsciously or deliberately as an essential communication strategy to effectively convey the speakers' intended meaning, including emotions or simply providing information. This behavior reflects real-life communication scenarios in a culturally diverse country like Malaysia.

THE PSYCHOLINGUISTIC APPROACH TO THE STUDY OF FRAUDULENT DISCOURSE TEXTS

The article pays attention to modern Russian psycholinguistic analysis in the study of fraudulent dis-course. It is shown that currently in the country, as a result of the increase in the number of crimes committed using mobile phones, scientifi c interest in the speech of a fraudster, methods of infl uencing the victim is increasing, and the question of the need for eff ective protection against unwanted communication arises. The description of the live speech of a fraudster in a real communication situation is relevant; the subject of scientifi c research attracts resear-chers with the opportunity to understand the mechanisms and methods of infl uencing the consciousness of a real or potential victim. The material consisted of recordings of the verbatim content of phonograms in criminal cases. The authors attempt to consider the text of the fraudster’s speech from the point of view of a psycholinguistic approach. A review is made of the scientifi c views of Russian scientists on the manipulation of opinions and actions, and the basic concepts are qualifi ed. The concepts of “linguistic picture of the world” and “linguistic consciousness” are revealed. The authors of the scientifi c article convincingly demonstrated how the slightest change in the communi-cation situation instantly aff ects the structure of the dialogue. We study how the process of substitution of linguistic consciousness occurs in a situation of communication between a fraudster and a victim. The focus is on the seman-tic, pragmatic, syntactic aspects of speech manipulation. Attempts have been made to identify the reasons for the victim’s unquestioning adherence to the criminal’s instructions. In conclusion, the authors proved that in order to prevent this type of crime, it is most important to convey to the potential victim that it is necessary to break off the communicative act (hang up), not to give the criminal the slightest chance to replace the linguistic picture of the world, to immerse the victim in an illusion, which, when disappearing, will cause damage not only to the victim’s bank account, but also to mental health. The theoretical signifi cance of the scientifi c article is seen in the fact that the real recorded speech of the fraudster was studied and the suggestive potential of the remarks was investigated. The results of the study will be useful to anyone who fi nds themselves a victim within the fraudulent discourse.

Impact of social anxiety on communication skills in face-to-face vs. online contexts

Individuals with social anxiety have been shown to prefer communicating through online platforms. Part of this preference may be accounted for by their self-perceived level of social skill ability in online modalities. However, it is unclear whether perceived social skill abilities change across in-person and online contexts. Therefore, this study investigated whether specific social skills, like sociability, assertiveness, self-disclosure, and non-verbal emotion recognition vary across online and face-to-face settings. We first validated the Real and Electronic Communications Skills (RECS) questionnaire using a confirmatory factor analysis in a sample of 780 participants, who completed the survey through Qualtrics. We then conducted a series of correlations and a doubly multivariate GLM to evaluate whether perceived social skills abilities are influenced by communication medium and social anxiety. Our results indicated that we were able to validate the RECS, and that specific social skills like sociability and assertiveness are influenced by communication medium. Specifically, higher social anxiety scores were associated with decreased in-person sociability, emotion recognition, and assertiveness. The results highlight a potential perceived barrier to approaching in-person interactions, which may exacerbate avoidance of social interaction, thus resulting in social isolation and loneliness.

“I’ve Got No Skills to Maintain – to Keep That Going”: A Qualitative Study of People with Chronic Aphasia and Their Partners About Factors Contributing to the Maintenance of Aphasia Therapy Gains

ABSTRACT Background The maintenance of therapy gains is critical for successful aphasia rehabilitation, a topic often overlooked in both research and clinical practice. For some people with chronic aphasia, maintaining therapeutic gains can be challenging, potentially resulting in diminished communicative function over time. Furthermore, maintaining therapy gains may necessitate consistent, deliberate effort; however, little is known about the factors supporting this process. People living with chronic aphasia and their family members may provide critical insights into the behavioural factors that impact the maintenance of therapy gains. Understanding these factors will be crucial for developing long-lasting, effective aphasia interventions. Aim In this study, we explored the perspectives and practices of people with chronic aphasia and their partners concerning the maintenance of gains from therapy for post-stroke chronic aphasia. Methods & Procedures Eight in-depth, semi-structured interviews were conducted, involving four people with chronic aphasia and four partners. We employed inductive thematic data analysis to identify emergent themes. Outcomes & Results Five themes were identified that were perceived to influence the maintenance of gains made during aphasia rehabilitation. These were: 1) Beliefs about change: improvement, decline, and maintenance; 2) Personal abilities impact improvement and maintenance; 3) External support impacts improvement and maintenance; 4) Engaging in ongoing real-life communication impacts improvement and maintenance; and 5) Knowledge and services gaps in maintenance. The findings demonstrate the complexity and interaction of factors that potentially facilitate or hinder the maintenance of therapy gains in chronic aphasia. Conclusions People with chronic aphasia and their partners report having a limited understanding of the necessity and methods for maintaining therapy gains. They also describe a lack of services to support this. A lack of knowledge and services could hinder the ability to maintain therapeutic benefits. Our study also suggests various behavioural factors are involved in maintaining gains. Forming meaningful real-life communication routines may potentially optimise such gains. These findings highlight the necessity of placing maintenance at the heart of aphasia rehabilitation, informing future interventions and service development.

How Framing Influences Strategic Interactions

In many settings, a person’s outcome depends not only on her own behavior, but also on her counterpart’s. Such strategic decisions have traditionally been studied using normative game theory, which assumes that people adopt equilibrium strategies and will reach the same decision, regardless of how the problem is described (framed). We examine a potentially important type of framing effect—focusing on how the relationship between players’ actions generates joint outcomes. Any strategic interaction can be described by either spelling out the outcomes of all possible action combinations (which we call “outcome framing,” or simply “O-framing”) or describing what will happen if different players choose the same action or choose different actions (which we call “relation framing,” or simply “R-framing”). O-framing has been the typical way to describe a strategic problem in prior work, whereas R-framing is commonly employed in real-life communications. We propose that these functionally equivalent frames induce different psychological processes and lead to different decisions: Relative to O-framing, R-framing increases players’ beliefs about their counterparts’ likelihood of coordinating on a cooperative option. We demonstrate this effect in the context of classic games such as the Prisoner’s Dilemma and the Stag Hunt. We find that, compared with O-framing, R-framing significantly increases people’s likelihood to choose the action that maximizes collective benefits rather than individual interests, and it does so by increasing beliefs that one’s partner will choose the same action as well. We derive conditions when this effect is likely to emerge and discuss the managerial implications of this research. This paper was accepted by Yuval Rottenstreich, behavioral economics and decision analysis. Supplemental Material: The online appendix and data files are available at https://doi.org/10.1287/mnsc.2023.00518 .

Chinese Remainder Theorem-Based Encoding of Text to Point Elliptic Curve Cryptography

One of the most crucial requirements in this digital age is data security. The number of data usage increased drastically now a days, but how far the data is secured is the very big problem, though we have enough cryptographic algorithms for securing real time applications, but the level of the security against modern attacks is not determined. Elliptic Curve based Cryptography (ECC) is the most important cryptographic algorithm for confidentiality and authentication, providing high security level with small length keys when compared to other asymmetric algorithms like RSA, Diffie-Hellman, etc. The real time system usage of ECC is very less due to computational complexity. So, to increase the real time system usage we propose the novel method of combining the ECC with the Chinese Remainder Theorem (CRT), to reduce the larger values to the smaller one, so that the complexity of constructing ECC points can be reduced nearly 40% when compared to the existing ECC based algorithms. Also, its proved that the level of security getting increased and can be used as the fundamental component in real time communication system.

Англоязычный авторский трэвел-блог: жанровые, структурные и прагмастилистические особенност

The aim of the article is to identify genre, structural, pragmatic and stylistic features of English travel blogs. Travel blog as a genre is a form of Internet communication that combines elements of different registers; it is marked by its dialogic, interactive and polycode features, that is a combination of verbal and non-verbal components serving informative, appealing and persuasive purposes. The article uses discourse, pragmastylistic and contextual analyses. It is obvious that the genre features of analyzed messages of the travel blog are speech forms combining neutral and colloquial registers. The blog structure is horizontal with themes arranged in line with posts links behind them. The posts themselves have no rigid structure, the mandatory parts are headlines and subheadlines – rubrics and the final part containing either impressions of the trip, advertising a certain destination and sponsor, or appeal to the readers to discuss the contents and persuade them to go to the described places. The main part of the blog can have rubrics (tips or description of sights and their evaluation); it can be the interchange of trip experiences with their evaluation and photos for each of those. The pragmastylistic features of the narrative are the syntactic means serving expressiveness and stimulating interest in the blog content, as well as in future trips: parallel constructions, inversion, parcellation. Lexical means create an atmosphere of real communication and trustworthiness: the use of abbreviated morphological and grammatical forms, words formed by conversion, idioms, interjections; phonetic-graphic means include graphon, emoticons, multiplication, capitalisation to accentuate certain parts of the utterance and convey emotions. The paper concludes that both linguistic and extralinguistic means reflect the key genre features and serve the author’s purpose – to get and keep the readers interested, to persuade them to act. The research material were 113 pragmastylistic language units from 15 posts of an English travel blog, where the author shares with the subscribers her impressions of travelling in Europe, Asia and Latin America. The American blogger and freelance journalist Ciara Jonson was chosen due to her blogs being ranked as one of the best travel blogs by travel editions and other bloggers.