Media Psychology and Communication Revolutions

Questions and Answers

The first written communication was created using digital technology.

False

The invention of the Gutenberg printing-press marked a significant advancement in the 2nd Information Communication Revolution.

True

Writing was originally mobile and easy to transfer in its earliest forms.

False

The 3rd Information Communication Revolution enabled the transfer of information through controlled waves and electronic signals.

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Papyrus was one of the materials used in the 1st Information Communication Revolution.

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Study Notes

Evolution of Communication Technology

Communication technology has evolved significantly over time, leading to new forms and concepts of communication.
Media psychology has emerged as a new field, focusing on the effects of media on human behavior and interaction.

Stages of Communication Revolutions

Researchers categorize the transformation of communication into three revolutionary stages.

First Information Communication Revolution

Initiated with the advent of written communication, utilizing pictographs.
Early writings were inscribed on stone, making them cumbersome and non-portable.
Although not mobile, this marked the beginning of recorded communication.

Second Information Communication Revolution

Introduction of various materials for writing, such as paper, papyrus, clay, and wax.
The development of common alphabets facilitated the standardization of language across long distances.
The invention of the Gutenberg printing press revolutionized the dissemination of information massively, taking a considerable amount of time to develop.

Third Information Communication Revolution

Characterized by the ability to transfer information through controlled waves and electronic signals.
This phase represents a shift towards rapid and efficient communication methods.

Description

Explore the significant changes in communication brought about by technological advancements, specifically through the lens of media psychology. This quiz examines the three revolutionary stages of communication, starting from early written forms to modern media influences. Test your knowledge on how these shifts have transformed the way we connect and interact.