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Media and Communication Technology

CBSE · Class 11 · Home Science

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1. Meaning of Communication

  • Communication is the process of transferring information or content from a sender to a receiver with the use of a medium.
  • The word communication comes from the Latin word communis meaning common.
  • Effective communication means that the sender and receiver understand the intended meaning in the same way.
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2. Classification of Communication

  • Communication can be classified based on type of interaction, levels, means or modes, and number of senses involved.
  • One-way communication means information flows only from sender to receiver and immediate response is not possible.
  • Two-way communication means ideas and information are exchanged between two or more people.
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3. Process of Communication and the SMCRE Model

  • Communication is a process with a definite sequence.
  • The sequence is: who says what to whom, when, in what manner, under what circumstances, and with what effect.
  • The SMCRE model describes the elements of communication as Source, Message, Channel, Receiver, and Effect.
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4. Media and Its Functions

  • Media is the means that uses various methods of communication for disseminating and sharing ideas, thoughts, feelings, innovations, and experiences.
  • Mass media uses modern technology, but the presence of technology does not always mean mass communication is taking place.
  • Mass media is meant for heterogeneous, anonymous, and large audience groups.

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Communication is the process of transferringOneIntraVerbal communication uses speechCommunication may be audio

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