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Risk Communication and Community Resilience
Risk communication is crucial to building community resilience and reducing risk from extreme events. True community resilience involves accurate and timely dissemination of risk information to stakeholders.This book examines the policy and science of risk communication in the digital era.Themes include public awareness of risk and public participation in risk communication and resilience building.The first half of the book focuses on conceptual frameworks, components, and the role of citizens in risk communication.The second half examines the role of risk communication in resilience building and provides an overview of some of its challenges in the era of social media.This book looks at the effectiveness of risk communication in socially and culturally diverse communities in the developed and developing world. The interdisciplinary approach bridges academic research and applied policy action.Contributions from Latin America and Asia provide insight into global risk communication at a time when digital technologies have rapidly transformed conventional communication approaches.This book will be of critical interest to policy makers, academicians, and researchers, and will be a valuable reference source for university courses that focus on emergency management, risk communication, and resilience.
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Organizational Communication : Balancing Creativity and Constraint
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Ping : The Secrets of Successful Virtual Communication
‘Brimming with surprising insights and useful tips.The resource we need for avoiding misunderstandings and making genuine connections’ Adam Grant, bestselling author of Think AgainThe essential guide for when (and how best) to use virtual communication tools, from video to instant messaging and everything in between.Professor Andrew Brodsky is here to explain that, yes, that meeting could have been an email. And that email? Maybe it should have been a voice memo. Your camera? It’s okay to turn it off, sometimes even better. Many of us give far too little thought to our virtual communication, and end up feeling isolated, overlooked and burnt out.Ping distils Brodsky’s cutting-edge social science research on remote communication tools.He helps us understand:How we can interact most productively and authenticallyHow we can build relationships at a distanceThe rules for making an impact onlineHow we can increase inclusion and reduce conflictWith entertaining stories and interviews from top business leaders, Ping is the ultimate playbook for all workplaces from in-person, to remote and everything in between. 'A must read for everyone who communicates online—in other words, everyone' Jake Knapp, co-founder of Google Meet and bestselling author of Sprint
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Digital Communication and Media Linguistics : With Case Studies in Journalism, PR, and Community Communication
This textbook offers an interdisciplinary, comprehensive and state-of-the-art overview of the media linguistics approaches to explain and understand digital communication and multimodality.Linking the fields of communication studies, applied linguistics and journalism, it grounds communication practices in a deep understanding of the social and societal implications of language use in digital media.The tools to analyse multimodal texts are analysed in light of the advantages and constraints that different communication modes pose, both individually and in combination.Aimed at upper level undergraduates and graduates in applied linguistics, communication and media studies, including journalism and PR, this textbook contains case studies and professional examples highlighting the interplay between language use and digital communication and encouraging the reader to reflect on the themes covered, and put the acquired knowledge into practice.Online resources for students include videos, writing techniques, a guide to multimodal texts analysis, additional case studies and a glossary.
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What is the virtual communication revolution?
The virtual communication revolution refers to the widespread adoption and reliance on digital platforms and technologies for communication. This includes the use of video conferencing, messaging apps, social media, and other online tools to connect and interact with others. The revolution has transformed the way people communicate, breaking down geographical barriers and enabling real-time, instant communication across the globe. It has also revolutionized the way businesses operate, allowing for remote work, virtual meetings, and global collaboration.
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What are communication tools, communication channels, and communication instruments?
Communication tools are the various software or platforms used to facilitate communication, such as email, messaging apps, video conferencing tools, and social media platforms. Communication channels refer to the specific mediums through which messages are transmitted, such as face-to-face interactions, phone calls, written letters, or digital communication. Communication instruments are the physical devices or tools used to aid communication, like smartphones, computers, telephones, or cameras. Together, these elements help individuals and organizations effectively convey information and ideas.
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Are you different in virtual communication than face to face?
As an AI, I do not have personal experiences or emotions, so I do not have the capability to communicate in a virtual or face-to-face manner. However, for humans, it is common for people to behave differently in virtual communication than they do face to face. In virtual communication, individuals may feel more comfortable expressing themselves, as they have the opportunity to carefully craft their messages. On the other hand, face-to-face communication may involve more nonverbal cues and immediate responses, which can impact the way individuals express themselves.
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Is written communication better than oral communication?
Written communication and oral communication each have their own strengths and weaknesses. Written communication is often preferred for its ability to provide a permanent record of information, allowing for clarity and precision in conveying complex ideas. On the other hand, oral communication can be more immediate and allows for real-time feedback and clarification. Ultimately, the effectiveness of communication depends on the context and the specific goals of the interaction.
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New Media and Intercultural Communication : Identity, Community and Politics
There is increasing awareness of the development of newer «smart» and more interactive media, at precipitate speed, in many parts of the world.The concept of change-as opposed to continuity-is central to the increasing interest in digital media.However, this focus has not yet been matched by substantive theoretical discussions, or by extensive empirical examinations of computer-mediated communication and intercultural communication.Against such a backdrop, this volume offers theoretical insights, fresh evidence and rich applications as it assesses the nature of digital culture(s) in order to address assumptions about the present state of mediated global society(ies) and their future trajectory.Chapters explore what happens in praxis when digital media are implemented across cultures and are contested and negotiated within complex local and political conditions.The book showcases interpretative and critical research from voices with diverse backgrounds, from locations around the world.As such, this volume presents a rich and colorful tapestry that provides opportunities for comparative analyses and deepened international understandings of digital media connections, particularly in the areas of identity, community and politics.
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Knowledge Communication in Global Organisations : Making Sense of Virtual Teams
While organisations become more and more global, they also become more and more dispersed and virtual.This challenges the sense of a shared organisational identity and the ability of employees to communicate personally held knowledge.To address these challenges this book offers an innovative multidisciplinary approach to knowledge communication in global organisations.The book develops a multidisciplinary analytical lens through which to understand employee identity formations and knowledge communication practises.Using detailed analyses of interviews from a real organisation, the book builds an understanding of how 21st century employees make sense of a virtual organisational reality characterised by multiple simultaneous projects and virtual, dispersed teams.These analyses are conducted using a new discourse analysis method for analysing research interviews, Discursive Sensemaking Analysis.Using these methods and findings, researchers, project managers and HR professionals will be able to analyse their own organisations to discover how employees make sense of the complexity of 21st century global organisations.
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Communication
A man is as alive as he can communicate," L. Ron Hubbard wrote. And communication is a facet of life which he explored very deeply indeed, ultimately writing hundreds of thousands of words about this vital subject.Communication skills are essential in any sphere of human interaction.In fact, when all is said and done, on whatever level, communication is the sole activity all people share. The benefits of effective communication are too numerous to list, for they enhance all aspects of life from the personal to the professional.The ability to communicate is vital to the success of any endeavor. In this section you will learn what good communication consists of and how to recognize the bad, what the component parts of communication are and how to utilize them, and why more communication, not less, brings the individual greater freedom. Also included in this chapter are numerous drills that Mr. Hubbard developed which improve one's communication level and have great practical application to life.A thorough understanding of this data will provide you with tools you can use forever.
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The International Politics of Communication : Representing Community in a Globalizing World
In an era of globalization, international communication constantly takes place across borders, defying sovereign control as it influences opinion.While diplomacy between states is the visible face of international relations, this “informal diplomacy” is usually less visible but no less powerful.Information politics can be found in propaganda, Internet politics, educational exchanges, tourism, and even popular film.The International Politics of Communication examines this informational dimension of international politics, investigating how information is generated, conveyed through channels, and directed specifically at audiences.While citizens are often portrayed as faithfully loyal supporters and beneficiaries of the modern nation-state—a fiction supported by passports, identification papers, and other notarized credentials—they are subject to the pulls of loyalty from transnational tribal affiliations, mythological and historical narratives of ethnicity, as well as the transcendental claims of religion and philosophy.Increasingly, social media also enchants non-state individuals, providing new virtual communities as the center of loyalties rather than national affiliations.By reinterpreting taken-for-granted concepts in journalism, media, political economy, nationalism, development, and propaganda as information politics, this book prepares serious-minded scholars, citizens, politicians, and social activists everywhere to understand the power plays in international communication and use alternatives to begin transforming power relations.
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How does online communication differ from offline communication?
Online communication differs from offline communication in several ways. One key difference is the lack of nonverbal cues in online communication, such as body language and tone of voice, which can sometimes lead to misunderstandings. Additionally, online communication allows for asynchronous communication, meaning messages can be sent and received at different times, while offline communication typically occurs in real-time. Online communication also provides a wider reach and the ability to connect with people from all over the world, whereas offline communication is usually limited to those in close physical proximity.
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Which platform do you prefer for voice communication, Teamspeak or Discord?
I prefer Discord for voice communication. I find it to be more user-friendly and intuitive, with a cleaner interface and easier setup process. Additionally, Discord offers a wider range of features such as text chat, video calls, and screen sharing, making it a more versatile platform for communication and collaboration.
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Aren't communication channel and communication aid the same thing?
No, communication channel and communication aid are not the same thing. A communication channel refers to the medium through which information is transmitted, such as face-to-face conversation, phone calls, or emails. On the other hand, a communication aid refers to tools or devices that assist individuals with communication difficulties, such as speech-generating devices or picture communication boards. While both are important in facilitating communication, they serve different purposes in the communication process.
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Does Schulz von Thun's communication model not explain communication?
Schulz von Thun's communication model does explain communication by highlighting the complexity of human interaction. The model emphasizes that communication is not just about the words spoken but also about the underlying intentions, emotions, and perceptions of both the sender and receiver. By considering these four aspects - facts, self-revelation, relationship, and appeal - the model provides a comprehensive framework for understanding the various layers of communication and how they can impact the overall message being conveyed.
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