Com Theory Flashcards
define communication
The process where information is shared to others.
What is the Transmission view of Communication
a process that messages are transmitted and distributed in space for the control distance and people
How does the definition of communication relate to Carey’s discussion of “transmission” views of communication.
-In my definition I mention that communication is a process where information shared for the purpose to other receive it.
-Similarly to Cary’s transmission view communication involves a process where messages are utilized by others
What is the Cary’s Ritual view?
The ways of creating and sustaining social bonds and shared meanings within a community
How does the definition of communication relate to Carey’s discussion of “Ritual” views of communication.
- My definition of Communication is similar to the ritual view since I mentioned the importance of other which can create a sense of community
“In your view, what is the relationship between communication theory and everyday life?”
Communication theory gives different perspectives into interactions and how they can compare and contrast. For example you can look at an interaction using the framework in one tradition and it can provide explanation while another framework might have a different explanation for that interaction.
What is the Rhetorical Tradition
Communication is The practical art of discourse where language is used to persuade and influence others.
Retorical Vocabulary
-Art
-Method
-Audience
-Strategy
-Commonplace
-Logic
-Emotion
What is the Semiotic tradition?
Intersubjectivity mediation by signs.
Where communication is the process of sharing meaning through signs and symbols.
Semiotics Vocab
-Sign
-Symbol
-Icon
-Index
-Meaning
-Referent
-Code
-Language
-Medium
- (Mis)understanding
What is the Phenomenological tradition?
Communication is the Experience of otherness through dialogue that expresses the role individual perspective influences communication.
Phenomenological Vocab
-Experience
-Self & Other
-Dialogue
-Genuineness
-Supportiveness
- Openness
What is the Cybernetic tradition?
Communication as Information Processing where messages are transmitted and controlled with groups.
Cybernetic Vocab
-Source
-Receiver
-Signal
-Information
-Noice
-Feedback
-Redundancy
-Network
-Function
What is the Sociopsychological tradition?
Expression, interaction & influence.
Communication is a process that influences behavior and our ways of thinking.
Sociopsychological Vocab
-Behavior
-Variable
-Effect
-Personality
-Emotion
-Perception
-Cognition
-Attitude
-Interaction
What is the Sociocultural tradition?
Communication is a process in culture where it Produces or Reproduces social order.
Sociocultural Vocab
-Society
-Structure
-Practice
-Ritual
-Rule
-Socialization
-Culture
-Identity
-Co-construction
What is the Critical tradition?
Discursive reflection. Communication can be used to challenge power imbalances and promote social change.
Critical Vocab
-Ideology
-Dialectic
-Oppression
-Consciousness Raising
-Resistance
-Emancipation
