Communication and Technology Quiz
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What defines new media in the context of communication?

  • Face-to-face conversations
  • Traditional newspaper publications
  • Special tools used to talk and share (correct)
  • Print-based information sharing

Which of the following is NOT an example of a popular social media platform?

  • Instagram
  • LinkedIn
  • Wikipedia (correct)
  • Facebook

What is one way social media has changed communication?

  • Facilitated exponential user growth (correct)
  • Increased reliance on written letters
  • Improved face-to-face conversations
  • Limited content sharing to one platform

Which aspect of technology specifically relates to the change in the human environment?

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What encompasses personal media?

<p>Online profiles and personal blogs (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How has new media evolved over time?

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How do social media platforms typically facilitate interaction among users?

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Which communication method is considered an old way as opposed to using technology?

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Which of the following is NOT one of the four main qualities for an effective message?

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An effective message must always be complex to ensure clarity.

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What are the three steps in evaluating an image?

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The quality of a message that ensures its ideas are remembered is called __________.

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Match the following image sources with their descriptions:

<p>Reuters = News agency providing extensive media content Getty Images = Stock photo agency offering imagery for licensing Associated Press = Global news organization distributing news reports AFP Photos = Photography service covering major global events</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one characteristic of new media?

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Social media platforms have remained static and have not changed significantly over time.

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Name one way in which technology has enhanced communication.

<p>By enabling instant messaging and sharing of content online.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Examples of popular social media platforms include _____, Instagram, and Twitter.

<p>Facebook</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following communication methods with their type:

<p>Face to Face = Old way of talking Sending messages on social media = New way of talking Watching TV = Old way of talking Using computers and phones = New way of talking</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of personal media?

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The rise of new media has created barriers to effective communication.

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What is a common use of social media?

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Which of the following is an example of a pidgin language?

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Creoles are always derived from the same source language.

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What term is used for the language variety that acts as a marker of identity for a minority ethnic group?

<p>Minority Dialect</p> Signup and view all the answers

An example of a regional dialect spoken in the Philippines is __________.

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Match the language variety with its correct description:

<p>Pidgin = New language formed for communication between speakers of different languages Creole = Pidgin that becomes the first language of a community Regional Dialect = Variety of language specific to a certain area Indigenized Variety = A variety used mainly as a second language in former colonies</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which approach considers the role of power and hierarchy in cultural interactions?

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Cultural relativism promotes the notion that all cultural practices are harmful.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the major challenge posed by a lack of knowledge about another culture?

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Flashcards

Communication

Sharing ideas and feelings through words, pictures, or actions to connect with others.

Technology (in communication)

Using tools, like computers and phones, to improve how people communicate.

New Media

Special tools (like computers and phones) that help people connect and share information worldwide.

Social Media

Online platforms where people share and interact with content, like photos and messages.

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Personal Media

Digital content individuals create and share to represent themselves.

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Evolution of New Media

New media tools (websites, social media, etc.) have changed how we communicate and share information.

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Old vs. New Media

Comparison of traditional methods of communication (like letters) to the modern methods of communication (like social media and online videos).

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Social media use

Increased use of social media for sharing content, interactions, and communication.

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Effective Message Qualities

Simplicity, Specificity, Structure, and Stickiness are crucial components for a message to resonate effectively with the audience.

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Message Simplicity

A clear and concise message, ensuring the purpose is readily apparent and the core message is easy to grasp.

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Image Evaluation Steps

Content, Source, and Contextual information are the essential steps in evaluating an image.

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Image Content Analysis

Examining the elements of an image including people, biases, location, words, subject arrangement, positioning to understand its core message.

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Image Source Evaluation

Determining the origin of an image, considering reputation and reliability(like Reuters, Associated Press, Getty Images) and verifying if it's been edited

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Language Varieties

Different forms of a language, distinguishable by social, historical, or geographic factors.

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Pidgin

A new language that develops when speakers of different languages need to communicate, but don't share a common language.

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Creole

A pidgin that becomes a first language for a community.

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Regional Dialect

A variety of a language spoken in a specific region.

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Minority Dialect

A language variety used as an identity marker by a particular group.

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Indigenized Varieties

Second languages spoken in former colonies with multiple languages.

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Social Science Approach

Analyzing communication by looking at quantifiable factors in culture, such as population size or income.

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Cultural Relativism

Understanding other cultures on their own terms, without judging them against others.

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Discrimination/Harassment

Unfair treatment of individuals due to stereotypes, hindering equal opportunities.

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Language Differences

Barriers to understanding when individuals communicate in different languages.

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New Media

Technology tools like computers, phones, and tablets that enable faster communication and sharing.

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Popular Social Media

Social platforms for sharing photos, updates, messages, and engaging through pictures and videos.

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Social Media Use

Rapid changes in societal interactions due to growing social media adoption and evolving patterns.

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Personal Media

Digital content shared online to express interests and create personal online identities.

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Social Media Platforms

Online tools enabling users to share content, interact, and connect virtually.

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Technology in Communication

Application of scientific knowledge and tools modifying human interactions and environment for communication

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Study Notes

Communication and Technology

  • Communication involves talking, listening, sharing ideas, and using words, pictures, or actions.
  • It's essential for friendships and learning.
  • Technology applies scientific knowledge to human life, changing and manipulating the environment.

Rise of New Media and Technology

  • Technology aids communication through new media.
  • New media includes computers, phones, and tablets, connecting people globally and sharing images/videos easily.
  • Popular social media platforms include those for sharing photos/updates, short messages/news, pretty pictures/videos, and talking about jobs.

What is New Media?

  • New media are special tools used for communication and sharing.
  • They connect people worldwide.

Social Media Use

  • Social media drastically changed how the world operates.
  • User numbers on many social media platforms are still growing rapidly.
  • Different social media platforms have distinct features but not all cover the same functions.
  • Social media is unique in how quickly patterns of social behavior change.

Evolution of New Media

  • New media encompasses various tools, like websites, social media, video games, streaming services and virtual reality experiences.
  • The evolution of new media dramatically reformed communication, entertainment, and society in general.

Old Ways of Talking vs. New Ways of Talking

  • Old Ways: Face-to-face, letters, phone calls, watching TV/listening to radio
  • New Ways: Computers, ipods, sending messages on phones, watching online videos.

Personal Media

  • Personal media is content individuals create and share representing themselves and their interests.
  • Examples include social media profiles (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter), blogs, personal websites, vlogs, online journals, digital photos, and videos.

Social Media

  • Social media are online platforms allowing interaction and content sharing virtually.
  • Users create, share, and interact with content, information, and other users.

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Explore the fundamental concepts of communication and how technology plays a crucial role in modern interactions. This quiz covers various aspects of new media, social media, and their impact on global connectivity. Test your knowledge on how these tools have transformed communication.

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