Define computer-mediated communication. Briefly describe all the types you personally use in any average week. How has this changed how you communicate with others?
What will be an ideal response?
- Computer-mediated communication refers to communication that is facilitated by a wide range of new technologies, including email, social media, chat rooms, blogs, apps, and even online games.
- Student examples will vary.
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A. circumscribing B. stagnating C. differentiating D. avoiding
What structure point was illuminated by this quote from Aristotle? “The fool tells me his reasons. The wise man persuades me with my own.”
a. contrast b. analogy c. space d. problem–solution
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A. empathy B. message duration C. response latency D. arousal
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What will be an ideal response?