Communication:History and Forms Flashcards
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What is the definition of communication according to the document?
The process of generating meaning through sending and receiving verbal and nonverbal signs and symbols within multiple contexts.
What distinguishes human communication from that of other animals?
The use of abstract symbols to convey ideas beyond immediate experiences, enabling complex concepts like art and philosophy.
What characterized the Talking Era in human communication?
An era (180,000 BCE–3500 BCE) where communication was exclusively oral, aided by gestures.
What major development marked the start of the Manuscript Era?
The shift from oral to written communication, initially limited to elite classes.
What innovation began the Print Era, and what was its impact?
The invention of the printing press; it allowed mass production of texts and broader literacy.
What were key technologies of the Audiovisual Era?
Radio, telegraph, telephone, and television.
What defines the current Internet Era in communication?
Rapid, global dissemination of information through digital platforms.
When did communication become a distinct academic discipline?
Just over a hundred years ago
What are the five classical canons of rhetoric?
Invention, Arrangement, Style, Delivery, and Memory.
What is intrapersonal communication?
Communication within oneself through internal dialogue or reflection.
How does interpersonal communication differ from intrapersonal communication?
It occurs between individuals whose lives mutually influence each other and is more interactive and goal-oriented.
What defines group communication?
Communication among three or more people working towards a shared objective.
What is public communication?
A formal, sender-focused form of communication where one person addresses an audience.
How is mass communication distinct from public communication?
Uses print or electronic media to reach large audiences, often with delayed or no direct feedback.
Why is ethical communication important in civic life?
It ensures integrity, fosters trust, and is fundamental to responsible citizenship.
What are some career fields for communication graduates?
Business, media, public relations, government, nonprofit, and education.
How does the interdisciplinary nature of communication studies benefit students?
provides versatile skills applicable across a range of academic and professional fields.
