Communication

Objectives of the assignment: Demonstrate your complete understanding of the concepts we are discussing in class/text/articles related to group communication. Use analysis and critical thinking to show your ability to apply these concepts in a meaningful way. Think honestly about your group experience to make the next project a success and use what you are learning about group communication to analyze your own group process. Directions: After completing your first group project, what are your thoughts about the experience? Was it positive? Negative? Why? Explain and use specific examples. Using concepts from the textbook, articles, and prompts from me, what can you apply to this experience as it relates to make your group work well or ways your group can improve for the next presentation. (Identify at least 3-5 key concepts). Identify any big takeaways about your group from your experience working together thus far. *approximately 3 pages

Discuss the characteristics of each stage of group development. 2. Do you like like or dislike group projects? Why or why not? What are the advantages and disadvantages? 3. What is the difference between a centralized and decentralized group? What are the advantages and disadvantages? 4. In “How to Turn Strangers into Teammates,” what does the speaker mean when they say, “It’s hard to learn if you already know?” 5. In “Steve Jobs: ‘Technology Alone is Not Enough,'” how does this article connect with concepts from this week’s textbook assignment?

Read the sections of the 3 articles and answer the question. QUESTION: What is the impact of drones on the future of communications and efficiency? 1. “Drone it Yourself! On The Decentering of ‘Drone Stories’, Maximilian Jablonowski, Culture Machine Vol 16, 2015. – http://bit.ly/2vtDeVJ Read “Creating Drones Out of Nothing?” on page 4-6. If you want to read more read “Drone Stories” and the conclusion. 2.  “A World of Proliferated Drones”, Kelley Sayler, Center for a New American Security, Forward, Introduction, Hobbyist Drones, Conclusion – http://bit.ly/2vBgqmi Read the chapter titled “Hobbyist Drones” and the Conclusion 3. Johns Hopkins Team Hacks, Crashes Hobby Drones To Expose Security Flaws, Janet Burns, http://bit.ly/dronesreading

students will select an organization without a comprehensive crisis communication plan and will design, create, and develop a full response crisis communication plan.   Your Crisis Communication Plan Must: 1.     Define the mission, value, and vision of the organization 2.    Define a Crisis and at least five types of crisis that may impact the industry 3.    Define the initial response plan for a crisis 4.    Share the core crisis communication team 5.     Define Internal communications procedures 6.    Provide a list of stakeholders and explain they are considered stakeholders 7.     Define the steps needed to communicate with various stakeholders 8.    Share the Media Policy 9.    Share the Social Media Policy 10.  Provide a News Release Template

Discussion Leader (50 Points)  You will be assigned a night to lead the class in discussion of the assigned readings. You will prepare materials ahead of time, including a handout that outlines the readings and provides takeaways, discussion questions, and an additional popular reading you locate. you will develop a plan for stimulating discussion, whether it is a class activity, small group discussions, bringing in outside materials like video clips or a short in-class reading, discussion questions posed to the class, or anything else you can dream up. The texts and theories are by no means perfect, so this is a chance to engage in thoughtful scholarly critique about the readings for the week. There are no days off; even when someone else is leading discussion, everyone is assessed on their performance and contribution. 1.     You have 45 to 50 minutes to cover all materials from the weekly topic, or the first half of class. You must incorporate information from the readings and assignments that I have already provided for the topic.   There should be a clear focus on the goals and objectives of the chapter and the class topic.   To remind classmates of the overarching theme of the presentation. Each presenter must individually show a working knowledge of the chapter and materials.

Write a timeline in APA style for US magazine. Include its first publication date and founder, first publication location, and history and its contributions and American Culture. Along with writing a brief summary about US Magazine and answer the following questions: who was the original audience for? How has the content (e.g. photos, articles, advertisements, changed over time?, What are your predictions for how the publication will survive or advance in the future, provide examples.  Cite 2 sources to support the assignment, Citations in alphabetic order. 1.5-2 pages long.

You should have a strong lead paragraph. Your language should be clear, concise and to the point. You should avoid editorializing and stick to the facts. Write this in an inverted pyramid style with a summary lead and the most important information at the top of the story. Write your assignment as a 1.5 – 2 page, single spaced, news story. Your story should include: A traditional headline A dateline (see AP Style Book for guidelines) A strong, concise summary lead of no more than 35 words that both informs and creates interest An appropriate story style (inverted pyramid) Appropriate indirect, paraphrased and direct quotes Remember the hallmarks of writing for news: Short simple sentences and paragraphs Appropriate word choice Clear, concise and descriptive language Active voice Objectivity (all opinions attributed to a source) Yamiche’s remarks should be your primary source, but you’re welcome to use supporting material for background. See video overview below. You should also be doing your own research on your subject. [VIDEO] () The latest installment of #HerStory features Yamiche Alcindor, the White House correspondent for PBS NewsHour. In this interview she speaks to what it’s like covering the White House as a woman of color, and the value of receiving feedback online. Twitter: https://twitter.com/Yamiche

I just need a reply for this answer: When is it appropriate to touch a stranger and what are situations that you have been touched by a stranger and it is NOT appropriate? Considering the six types of touch, it seems that two are the most appropriate for strangers. The first being functional-professional touch. This is defined through teachers and students, or doctors and patients (164). I say this because this type of touch is only used professionally and if it were an example of a doctor and a new patient, this type would be used. Another one would be social-polite touch. This is based on social norms and expectations. It’s expressed through a handshake or a light kiss on the cheek when greeting a person (164). When you meet a new person, it’s a cultural norm to give them a handshake; therefore, this is an appropriate greeting when meeting someone new. Otherwise, it’s not really appropriate to touch strangers unless there has been a social cue conveying that it is alright to do so. From personal experience, there was a time where a guy at this club was holding on to my waist. I didn’t know him at all and my friend took me away from him. The waist was too intimate of a place to be touched. I was very uncomfortable since the guy randomly did it. He didn’t need to touch me if he wanted my attention.   Chapter 9- How is technology affecting the way we handle conflict online? How should we handle conflict electronically? Although technology is great for communicating with relatives, friends, and others who are from a distance from you, there are many factors that can create conflict between parties. Someone could misread the comment, be triggered by a comment, or assume the tone—all in which contribute to creating misunderstandings. Considering these factors, one should not handle conflict online at all to avoid miscommunication. People are more susceptible to attacking online than in person. It’s also stated that since a person is unable to see or hear a person’s nonverbal reactions, they aren’t as aware to how harmful their words can be (190).  It’s better to talk about the conflict in person, but if that’s not possible, a phone call is another way. If online is the only way to handle a conflict its important for the parties involved to reread the comment before responding, assume the best and prepare for the worst, seek another opinion, choose whether or not to participate, and lastly, communicating with empathy to find a compromise (190). I only need 100 words for the answer. 100 words for the whole thing.

Topic: Organizations and the news media have competing interests in terms of disclosure, and differing views on the news value of announcements/releases. Agree or disagree and discuss the implications for communication management Grading is based on:• research and reference to appropriate theory or best practices discussed in the course (25%)• analysis reflecting critical thinking and use of key principles from the course (40%)• a logical conclusion or actionable recommendation(s) reflecting the research and analysis (25%)• the quality of writing and organization of the paper (10%)

Topic: Reputations are transitory. They can be built or destroyed by seemingly innocuous situations, often outside an organization’s control. They are difficult to measure and harder to manage. Reputation management as a PR discipline is ludicrous and futile. Agree or disagree and discuss the implications for communication management Grading is based on:• research and reference to appropriate theory or best practices discussed in the course (25%)• analysis reflecting critical thinking and use of key principles from the course (40%)• a logical conclusion or actionable recommendation(s) reflecting the research and analysis (25%)• the quality of writing and organization of the paper (10%)