I do believe that Marshall’s idea is true. The reason I believe this is because the channel that the messages are received is very important. Receivers chose how they want to receive these messages, so that means that they will chose what they like the best whether it be TV, Internet or news print. How these messages are being said is what is going to keep the same audience coming back. Certain people hear information in different ways making is better for them to stick with one type of medium more than the other.
For me personally, I still love to read the newspaper daily. I also love to get my news on the Internet too. Both of these mediums are better for my style of learning. I know that other people like to watch TV when getting their news updates.
Marshall says that TV is a cool medium because “it demands that viewers fill in detail” (307). The television allows viewers to actually see what they are watching which helps them to make their own ideas and opinions. Viewers begin to feel like they can relate to the person on TV personally. Like our text says, viewers thought that John F. Kennedy was cool because viewers fell in love with his suave manner and his beautiful looks. Having him on TV helped views to see a side of him that they would have missed out on if they were reading about him in newspapers or listening to him speak on the radio.
Saturday, November 22, 2008
Friday, November 21, 2008
Chapter 11 Post #2
Something that I found interesting in this chapter is the idea of interactivity (p323). Interactivity, according to our text, “occurs when receivers have the opportunity to engage with senders” (323). This is happening now more than ever before. We use many different electonic things to communicate with senders like email, text, chats and even online polls. This is so important because it is a fast answer and it is easy too. We are able to provide feedback so quick that the sender is able to fix the problems or make whatever it is even better. This idea is also important because it allows the audience to be even more involved than ever. Shows like Dancing With the Stars and American Idol allow the audience to feel as though they are apart of something really exciting and special making shows like these a big hit.
Our text also explains the idea of a “wiki” which allows Internet users to access information, update it, correct it or even add more info to it. This also makes another type of audience involved. The biggest example of this is “Wikipedia”. I love these type of websites because it allows you to get information fast and easy, however you never really know if information is true and correct, which could get you into trouble.
Our text also explains the idea of a “wiki” which allows Internet users to access information, update it, correct it or even add more info to it. This also makes another type of audience involved. The biggest example of this is “Wikipedia”. I love these type of websites because it allows you to get information fast and easy, however you never really know if information is true and correct, which could get you into trouble.
Thursday, November 20, 2008
Chapter 11 Post #1
Have you made friendships that exist exclusively in cyberspace? If so, how are they different from f2f relationships? If you have not formed cyber relationships, why not?
I have never formed a friendship exclusively through cyberspace. Meaning, I have never met anyone online and have become friends with them. This has never interested me mainly because I have always been skeptical of the idea that this person is really who he or she is saying they are. I do not have the type of personality to do that. This idea makes me think of websites like match.com where you try and meet other singles online and begin relationships. I know that this is very popular and it sometimes is pretty successful, however it can also be a very scary thing as well. When it comes to the Internet you never know who is on the other end.
Face to face relationships are much different to Internet relationships because you are comforted with the fact that you know who you are talking to. This face-to-face relationship is much more intimate and real unlike Internet relationships which are almost imaginary. I am not saying that Internet relationships are wrong or that you should never try one, I am just saying that they are not for me!
I will say that I have deepened many relationships because of the bond that we share online either through video chat or instant messaging. It is better than talking on the phone sometimes or even better than talking in person. Over the Internet conversations can be more candid and fun, which is sometimes important to relationships.
I have never formed a friendship exclusively through cyberspace. Meaning, I have never met anyone online and have become friends with them. This has never interested me mainly because I have always been skeptical of the idea that this person is really who he or she is saying they are. I do not have the type of personality to do that. This idea makes me think of websites like match.com where you try and meet other singles online and begin relationships. I know that this is very popular and it sometimes is pretty successful, however it can also be a very scary thing as well. When it comes to the Internet you never know who is on the other end.
Face to face relationships are much different to Internet relationships because you are comforted with the fact that you know who you are talking to. This face-to-face relationship is much more intimate and real unlike Internet relationships which are almost imaginary. I am not saying that Internet relationships are wrong or that you should never try one, I am just saying that they are not for me!
I will say that I have deepened many relationships because of the bond that we share online either through video chat or instant messaging. It is better than talking on the phone sometimes or even better than talking in person. Over the Internet conversations can be more candid and fun, which is sometimes important to relationships.
Saturday, November 15, 2008
Chapter 8 Post #3
Pick one concept from the assigned reading that you found useful or interesting and discuss it.
I was interested in reading about the different types of rites there are. First off, a rite is, according to our text, “a publicly performed relative elaborate, dramatic, planned set of activities that consolidate various forms of cultural expressions into one event”. I never knew that there were so many rites in our society.
Some include rites of passage, rites of degradation, rites of enhancement, rites of renewal, rites of conflict reduction and rites of integration. I have participated in rites of passage when I was a freshman attending college and when I was learning my role as a basketball coach for young children. I have also participated in rites of integration many times in areas like Mardi Gras, work functions and other holidays.
It is very important to use these different types of rites because it acknowledges important people and events and it also reminds you of your accomplishments and achievements. It also strengthens cultures and communities because everybody gets together and celebrates while also remembering the important parts of their culture or community. These rites can also bring out the reasons why people are still participating in these events, which will help the communities and cultures to decide what is important to them and what is not.
I was interested in reading about the different types of rites there are. First off, a rite is, according to our text, “a publicly performed relative elaborate, dramatic, planned set of activities that consolidate various forms of cultural expressions into one event”. I never knew that there were so many rites in our society.
Some include rites of passage, rites of degradation, rites of enhancement, rites of renewal, rites of conflict reduction and rites of integration. I have participated in rites of passage when I was a freshman attending college and when I was learning my role as a basketball coach for young children. I have also participated in rites of integration many times in areas like Mardi Gras, work functions and other holidays.
It is very important to use these different types of rites because it acknowledges important people and events and it also reminds you of your accomplishments and achievements. It also strengthens cultures and communities because everybody gets together and celebrates while also remembering the important parts of their culture or community. These rites can also bring out the reasons why people are still participating in these events, which will help the communities and cultures to decide what is important to them and what is not.
Friday, November 14, 2008
Chapter 8 Post #2
Review the etiquette rules suggested in the text. Respond to each one. Have you ever been bothered by cell phone, answering machines, or beepers? What do you feel about call waiting? Is it rude to put people on hold to take another call?
Cellular Phones- I also believe that people should not be bothered by the noise of someone talking on a cell phone. This is especially true in areas where someone is trying to relax and have some quiet time.
Answering Machines-I believe that answering machines are only for short and concise messages. I think that you if you really need to tell someone something very important, you can leave them a message, but don’t make it a habit. I think that you should just use answering machines to tell someone to please call you back and leave a short reason why.
Conference Calls- Conference calls are very important for companies to use and they are always very useful when talking to people all over the world. When you are participating in a conference call, introduce yourself each time you speak and just stick to what is being talked about. Avoid going off on things that are not relevant because you are wasting a lot of people’s time.
Faxes- I also believe that there are times when you should call the person you are trying to fax first, especially if the fax is very long. However, if you fax things very frequently then there is no need to waste your time and call ahead of time. You should also never put anything personal on a fax because many people do look at faxes.
Timing Communications- It is always nice to put other people first before you start to bombard them with many different types of communication.
Screen Names and Ring Tones- Make sure that you chose an appropriate screen name that could be used for professional use. Also be aware that many people hear your ring tone on your cell phone, so chose one that wont scare someone or annoy them.
I have been bothered by people talking really loud on their cell phones in a store or restaurant. I feel that these are two places where people are trying to concentrate or relax and you should not be loud and obnoxiously talking on a cell phone. I also believe that it is rude to put people on hold unless it is an emergency or you tell them ahead of time that you might need to click over because you are expecting a call. I feel that people want your undivided attention and deserve it as well because you are also taking up their time while on the phone.
Cellular Phones- I also believe that people should not be bothered by the noise of someone talking on a cell phone. This is especially true in areas where someone is trying to relax and have some quiet time.
Answering Machines-I believe that answering machines are only for short and concise messages. I think that you if you really need to tell someone something very important, you can leave them a message, but don’t make it a habit. I think that you should just use answering machines to tell someone to please call you back and leave a short reason why.
Conference Calls- Conference calls are very important for companies to use and they are always very useful when talking to people all over the world. When you are participating in a conference call, introduce yourself each time you speak and just stick to what is being talked about. Avoid going off on things that are not relevant because you are wasting a lot of people’s time.
Faxes- I also believe that there are times when you should call the person you are trying to fax first, especially if the fax is very long. However, if you fax things very frequently then there is no need to waste your time and call ahead of time. You should also never put anything personal on a fax because many people do look at faxes.
Timing Communications- It is always nice to put other people first before you start to bombard them with many different types of communication.
Screen Names and Ring Tones- Make sure that you chose an appropriate screen name that could be used for professional use. Also be aware that many people hear your ring tone on your cell phone, so chose one that wont scare someone or annoy them.
I have been bothered by people talking really loud on their cell phones in a store or restaurant. I feel that these are two places where people are trying to concentrate or relax and you should not be loud and obnoxiously talking on a cell phone. I also believe that it is rude to put people on hold unless it is an emergency or you tell them ahead of time that you might need to click over because you are expecting a call. I feel that people want your undivided attention and deserve it as well because you are also taking up their time while on the phone.
Thursday, November 13, 2008
Chapter 8 Post #1
How are organizations tied to the environment? What is the relationship between the school you attend and the city or town in which it is situated? What, if any, ethical obligations does an organization like a college or university have to the local community?
Organizations are linked to environments because organizations depend on their surroundings and energy, according to our text. Therefore these organizations have to be careful of their effect, making sure that they do not destroy or seriously damage the community around them. The relationship between the school I attend and the city it is situated in is the fact that the school depends on the city around it. The school depends on the city for money and safety among many other things. The city has a huge effect on the survival of my school because many of its decisions and laws will either hurt or profit my school. I do not believe that my college has any obligation to the community surrounding it besides keeping the students under control and the physical premises of the school orderly. Other than that, I believe that the city has an obligation to keep my school up and running. My school depends on the city for money and leadership. The school looks at the city for guidance when things on campus are not how they should be like violence and safety for example.
Organizations are linked to environments because organizations depend on their surroundings and energy, according to our text. Therefore these organizations have to be careful of their effect, making sure that they do not destroy or seriously damage the community around them. The relationship between the school I attend and the city it is situated in is the fact that the school depends on the city around it. The school depends on the city for money and safety among many other things. The city has a huge effect on the survival of my school because many of its decisions and laws will either hurt or profit my school. I do not believe that my college has any obligation to the community surrounding it besides keeping the students under control and the physical premises of the school orderly. Other than that, I believe that the city has an obligation to keep my school up and running. My school depends on the city for money and leadership. The school looks at the city for guidance when things on campus are not how they should be like violence and safety for example.
Saturday, November 8, 2008
Chapter 6 Post
*Which pattern (rigid complementarity, competitive symmetry, or submissive symmetry) do you think would be the most difficult to change? Why? Which would be the most damaging to a relationship? Which would be the most potentially damaging to the self-esteem of the individuals involved?
I think that rigid complementarity would be the most difficult to change because it is a pattern where one person has to step up and do something different than they would normally do. This person begins to feel resentment towards the other person because he or she is frustrated with either always giving in or having to be in charge. Either way, this person is going to have to change a part or his or her personality, which is always hard. I think that this would be hard on a relationship because you would rather want to be the one who doesn’t have to change. In a relationship with a friend or significant other, you always want the other person to change and not yourself. This would become hard because it might cause a fight and it would definitely take a lot of time to actually accomplish.
I also think that rigid complementarity would be the most damaging to the self-esteem of the individuals involved because it would initially point out a negative area of his or her personality. This would affect them greatly because ultimately, they are going to have to change a part of their personality in order to continue to have a relationship with this person.
I have noticed this problem before with one of my best friends. I always had to be the one to make the important decisions that would directly affect both us. Either it ended up in a positive way or a negative but either way, it affected us and I was tired of being the one responsible. Overall, I eventually told my friend about the problem this was causing in our relationship, which began to cause some arguments. I didn’t necessarily want her to change her personality completely, I just wanted her to recognize that a relationship is a two way street and both of us had to the dirty work some of the time. In the end, it turned out to help that I said something, however I have noticed every once in a while that my friend gets frustrated still when it comes to decision making.
I think that rigid complementarity would be the most difficult to change because it is a pattern where one person has to step up and do something different than they would normally do. This person begins to feel resentment towards the other person because he or she is frustrated with either always giving in or having to be in charge. Either way, this person is going to have to change a part or his or her personality, which is always hard. I think that this would be hard on a relationship because you would rather want to be the one who doesn’t have to change. In a relationship with a friend or significant other, you always want the other person to change and not yourself. This would become hard because it might cause a fight and it would definitely take a lot of time to actually accomplish.
I also think that rigid complementarity would be the most damaging to the self-esteem of the individuals involved because it would initially point out a negative area of his or her personality. This would affect them greatly because ultimately, they are going to have to change a part of their personality in order to continue to have a relationship with this person.
I have noticed this problem before with one of my best friends. I always had to be the one to make the important decisions that would directly affect both us. Either it ended up in a positive way or a negative but either way, it affected us and I was tired of being the one responsible. Overall, I eventually told my friend about the problem this was causing in our relationship, which began to cause some arguments. I didn’t necessarily want her to change her personality completely, I just wanted her to recognize that a relationship is a two way street and both of us had to the dirty work some of the time. In the end, it turned out to help that I said something, however I have noticed every once in a while that my friend gets frustrated still when it comes to decision making.
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