Models of communication simplify the process by providing a visual representation of the various aspects of a communication encounter. Some models explain communication in more detail than others, but...Models of communication simplify the process by providing a visual representation of the various aspects of a communication encounter. Some models explain communication in more detail than others, but even the most complex model still doesn't recreate what we experience in even a moment of a communication encounter. Models still serve a valuable purpose for students of communication because they allow us to see specific concepts and steps within the communication process.
The text discusses the difficulty in explaining what communication and Communication departments entail. It aims to provide a foundational understanding of communication, its history, theories, resear...The text discusses the difficulty in explaining what communication and Communication departments entail. It aims to provide a foundational understanding of communication, its history, theories, research methods, and its practical application in life. The material is presented chronologically, covering periods before and after the industrial revolution, with examples to illustrate the contemporary relevance of Communication studies.
