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What is the primary focus of Group Communication Theory?
What is the primary focus of Group Communication Theory?
- Leadership styles
- Communication functions within groups (correct)
- Organizational hierarchy
- Individual behavior
Groupthink is characterized by:
Groupthink is characterized by:
- Open discussion and debate
- Critical evaluation of ideas
- Diverse opinions
- Lack of consideration for alternative viewpoints (correct)
Who developed the Groupthink theory?
Who developed the Groupthink theory?
- Daft & Lengel
- George Gerbner
- Irving Janis (correct)
- Paul Lazarsfeld
The illusion of invulnerability is a symptom of:
The illusion of invulnerability is a symptom of:
Which of the following is NOT a measure to prevent Groupthink?
Which of the following is NOT a measure to prevent Groupthink?
What are the main functions of organizational communication?
What are the main functions of organizational communication?
How does modern organizational communication differ from classical communication?
How does modern organizational communication differ from classical communication?
Media Richness Theory was developed by:
Media Richness Theory was developed by:
Which medium is considered the richest according to Media Richness Theory?
Which medium is considered the richest according to Media Richness Theory?
Normative communication theories provide:
Normative communication theories provide:
The Social Responsibility Theory asserts that media organizations must:
The Social Responsibility Theory asserts that media organizations must:
Authoritarian Theory suggests:
Authoritarian Theory suggests:
Agenda-Setting Theory indicates that:
Agenda-Setting Theory indicates that:
Cultivation Theory was developed by:
Cultivation Theory was developed by:
According to Cultivation Theory, heavy media consumers:
According to Cultivation Theory, heavy media consumers:
Uses and Gratifications Theory focuses on:
Uses and Gratifications Theory focuses on:
Hypodermic Needle Theory suggests that:
Hypodermic Needle Theory suggests that:
The Two-Step Flow Theory challenges which earlier theory?
The Two-Step Flow Theory challenges which earlier theory?
In the Two-Step Flow Theory, who plays a crucial role in shaping public opinion?
In the Two-Step Flow Theory, who plays a crucial role in shaping public opinion?
Selective Exposure Theory suggests that individuals:
Selective Exposure Theory suggests that individuals:
Confirmation Bias refers to:
Confirmation Bias refers to:
Cognitive dissonance occurs when:
Cognitive dissonance occurs when:
Echo chambers are created when:
Echo chambers are created when:
Filter bubbles result from:
Filter bubbles result from:
Selective Retention refers to:
Selective Retention refers to:
Group Communication Theory primarily examines:
Group Communication Theory primarily examines:
What is a key characteristic of Groupthink?
What is a key characteristic of Groupthink?
A devil's advocate is appointed to:
A devil's advocate is appointed to:
The impact of Groupthink on communication includes:
The impact of Groupthink on communication includes:
The negative consequences of Groupthink include:
The negative consequences of Groupthink include:
Encouraging open communication aims to:
Encouraging open communication aims to:
Media Richness Theory emphasizes:
Media Richness Theory emphasizes:
The most effective communication occurs when:
The most effective communication occurs when:
Normative communication theories focus on:
Normative communication theories focus on:
What type of media theory emphasizes the media's role in serving public interest?
What type of media theory emphasizes the media's role in serving public interest?
The key assumption of Agenda-Setting Theory is that:
The key assumption of Agenda-Setting Theory is that:
Cultivation Theory's main idea is that:
Cultivation Theory's main idea is that:
Uses and Gratifications Theory explores:
Uses and Gratifications Theory explores:
The Hypodermic Needle Theory assumes that audiences are:
The Hypodermic Needle Theory assumes that audiences are:
The Two-Step Flow Theory suggests that:
The Two-Step Flow Theory suggests that:
Selective Exposure Theory indicates that people tend to:
Selective Exposure Theory indicates that people tend to:
Confirmation Bias can lead to:
Confirmation Bias can lead to:
Cognitive dissonance can result in:
Cognitive dissonance can result in:
Echo chambers are often formed by:
Echo chambers are often formed by:
Filter bubbles create:
Filter bubbles create:
Selective Retention strengthens:
Selective Retention strengthens:
The primary goal of Group Communication Theory is to:
The primary goal of Group Communication Theory is to:
Groupthink can lead to:
Groupthink can lead to:
A key symptom of Groupthink is:
A key symptom of Groupthink is:
To mitigate Groupthink, groups should:
To mitigate Groupthink, groups should:
What does Group Communication Theory focus on?
What does Group Communication Theory focus on?
Which of the following describes Groupthink?
Which of the following describes Groupthink?
What is one symptom of Groupthink?
What is one symptom of Groupthink?
Which of the following is NOT a way to prevent Groupthink?
Which of the following is NOT a way to prevent Groupthink?
What is the purpose of organizational communication?
What is the purpose of organizational communication?
Which of the following is a function of organizational communication?
Which of the following is a function of organizational communication?
How does modern organizational communication differ from classical approaches?
How does modern organizational communication differ from classical approaches?
What is the richest communication medium according to Media Richness Theory?
What is the richest communication medium according to Media Richness Theory?
Which of the following is an example of a low-richness medium?
Which of the following is an example of a low-richness medium?
What is the main purpose of normative theories?
What is the main purpose of normative theories?
What does the Social Responsibility Theory emphasize?
What does the Social Responsibility Theory emphasize?
Which of the following describes the Authoritarian Theory?
Which of the following describes the Authoritarian Theory?
Which theory promotes media independence and freedom?
Which theory promotes media independence and freedom?
What is one key concern of normative communication theories?
What is one key concern of normative communication theories?
What does the Agenda-Setting Theory suggest?
What does the Agenda-Setting Theory suggest?
Who developed the Cultivation Theory?
Who developed the Cultivation Theory?
What does the Uses and Gratifications Theory focus on?
What does the Uses and Gratifications Theory focus on?
What is a key assumption of Cultivation Theory?
What is a key assumption of Cultivation Theory?
Which of the following is NOT a function of mass communication?
Which of the following is NOT a function of mass communication?
What does the Hypodermic Needle Theory suggest?
What does the Hypodermic Needle Theory suggest?
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Group Communication Theory
Group Communication Theory
Focuses on communication functions within groups and teams.
Groupthink
Groupthink
A mode of thinking where members prioritize consensus over critical evaluation.
Irving Janis
Irving Janis
The psychologist who developed the Groupthink theory.
Illusion of invulnerability
Illusion of invulnerability
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Preventing Groupthink
Preventing Groupthink
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Functions of organizational communication
Functions of organizational communication
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Media Richness Theory
Media Richness Theory
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Face-to-face communication
Face-to-face communication
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Normative communication theories
Normative communication theories
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Social Responsibility Theory
Social Responsibility Theory
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Agenda-Setting Theory
Agenda-Setting Theory
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Cultivation Theory
Cultivation Theory
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Uses and Gratifications Theory
Uses and Gratifications Theory
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Hypodermic Needle Theory
Hypodermic Needle Theory
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Two-Step Flow Theory
Two-Step Flow Theory
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Selective Exposure Theory
Selective Exposure Theory
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Confirmation Bias
Confirmation Bias
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Cognitive dissonance
Cognitive dissonance
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Echo chambers
Echo chambers
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Filter bubbles
Filter bubbles
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Selective Retention
Selective Retention
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Group dynamics
Group dynamics
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Conflict in groups
Conflict in groups
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Diversity in groups
Diversity in groups
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Decision-making quality
Decision-making quality
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Open communication
Open communication
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Fluidity of modern communication
Fluidity of modern communication
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Communication effectiveness
Communication effectiveness
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Ethical media practice
Ethical media practice
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Innovation in communication
Innovation in communication
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Media influence
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Study Notes
Group Communication (Groupthink) Theory
- Examines individual learning and communication within teams or groups.
- It's not focused on government speech regulations or one-on-one conversations.
Groupthink
- Characterized by a lack of critical evaluation of ideas and a reluctance to consider alternative viewpoints.
- This leads to poor decision-making within groups.
- Irving Janis developed Groupthink Theory.
Symptoms of Groupthink
- Illusion of invulnerability
- Belief in inherent morality of the group
- Rationalizing warnings
- Stereotyping those opposed to the group's ideas
- Self-censorship
- Illusion of unanimity
- Direct pressure on dissenters
- Mindguarding, which protect members against adverse information
Preventing Groupthink
- Encouraging open communication
- Seeking external input
- Appointing a devil's advocate
Organizational Communication
- Includes management, feedback, sharing information and persuasion.
- It is also important to take into consideration emotional sharing.
- It involves organizing, leading, and controlling.
Media Richness Theory
- Focuses on matching communication media to specific tasks.
- Face-to-face conversations are considered the richest medium, followed by telephone calls, memos, and email.
- This theory helps organizations choose the most effective communication medium for a specific situation.
Normative Communication Theories
- Focus on ethical standards and guidelines for media production.
- This encompasses historical media practices and audience reception.
- These theories focus on how the media serves the public interest, rather than profit-making.
- Examples include Authoritarian theory, Libertarian theory, Social Responsibility theory, and Cultivation Theory.
Agenda-Setting Theory
- This theory suggests that the media has a role in shaping public perception.
- The media can influence what issues people think about and how strongly they feel about those issues.
- The theory proposes that the media shapes public perception by highlighting certain issues rather than reflecting reality.
Cultivation Theory
- This theory examines how prolonged exposure to media shapes perceptions of reality.
- This theory suggests that heavy media consumers are more prone to adopting the views portrayed in media content.
Uses and Gratifications Theory
- Explores how individuals use media to satisfy their needs and fulfill their desires.
Hypodermic Needle Theory
- This theory suggests that media messages directly and powerfully influence audiences, impacting them without any internal considerations or analyses.
Two-Step Flow Theory
- This theory proposes that media messages pass through opinion leaders first, who then influence others.
- This model recognizes that media effects occur indirectly through intermediaries.
Selective Exposure Theory
- This theory states that people tend to consume media content that aligns with their beliefs and perspectives.
Selective Retention
- This emphasizes that people tend to remember media information that aligns with existing beliefs.
Echo Chambers
- These comprise groups in which people only hear similar perspectives and opinions, often through algorithms or intentional choices.
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