Introduction to Communication

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This subject covers the foundational theories, models, and history of human communication across various contexts. Learners will understand how messages are created, transmitted, and interpreted in interpersonal, group, and public settings.

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Rhetoric: The Art of Persuasive Writing and Public Speaking

Gain critical communication skills in writing and public speaking with this introduction to American political rhetoric.

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Introduction to Communication

Since Antiquity, scholars have appreciated the importance of communication: as social beings, we cannot exist without communication. We need to interact with people around us, to make sense of the world and to position ourselves in a wider social and cultural reality. In this course, we look at how and why communication evolved as a science and reflect on today’s dominant paradigms. The course also extends beyond the boundaries of communication science itself, exploring dimensions of history, sociology and psychology. Join our class, together with people all over the world. Introduction to Communication Science explores some of the basic theories, models and concepts from the fields of mass, interpersonal and intrapersonal communication. The course begins with a consideration of several basic models, subsequently progressing to the history of communication theory, linear effect-oriented theories, the reception approach and, finally, exploring theories on the production and reinforcement of culture through communication. Upon completion of this course, students should: • have knowledge of the history and development of communication science; • have knowledge of the dominant theoretical approaches within communication science; • have knowledge and understanding of the most important models and concepts in this field. Beginning the week of February 16, 2015, you will be able to join Signature Track, a system that verifies your identity when you take an exam. This option will allow you to earn a Verified Certificate, which provides formal recognition of your achievements in the course and includes the University of Amsterdam logo. Before then, you can complete a “test run” of the exam. You can then re-take the exam after the Verified Certificate becomes available. For information regarding Verified Certificates, see https://courserahelp.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/201212399-Verified-Certificates"

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Interpersonal Communication

Coursera course: Improving Communication Skills

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📚Books(4)

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Understanding Human Communication

Understanding Human Communication - A book resource

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A First Look at Communication Theory

A First Look at Communication Theory - A book resource

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Communication: Principles for a Lifetime

Communication: Principles for a Lifetime - A book resource

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The Medium is the Massage

The Medium is the Massage - A book resource

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CommTeaching

Free teaching resources for intro communication courses

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natcom.org

NatCom.org is a hub for communication studies, offering scholarly articles, teaching resources, and information on conferences, professional development, and research for students, educators, and researchers.

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communicationstudies.com

CommunicationStudies.com is an educational hub offering accessible articles, guides, and tutorials on communication theory and practice, with clear coverage of introductory topics in interpersonal, intercultural, and organizational communication. Expect concise explanations, key term definitions, real-world examples, and study resources designed for learners starting their Introduction to Communication coursework.

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openstax.org/subjects/communication

OpenStax is a nonprofit that provides free, openly licensed textbooks. The Communications section offers an Introduction to Communication textbook with chapters on the communication process, verbal and nonverbal skills, listening, interpersonal and group communication, public speaking, and related study resources.

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icahdq.org

icahdq.org is the official site of the International Communication Association (ICA HQ). It provides information on membership, conferences, journals, and teaching resources, along with access to research articles and guidance for communication scholars and educators.

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communicationtheory.org

Communicationtheory.org is a concise resource that explains major communication theories, models, and concepts with clear summaries. It provides introductory content such as theory overviews, key terms, and practical examples to support learning in Introduction to Communication.

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🎙️Podcasts(1)

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On the Media

The Peabody Award-winning On the Media podcast is your guide to examining how the media sausage is made. Hosts Brooke Gladstone and Micah Loewinger examine threats to free speech and government transparency, cast a skeptical eye on media coverage of the week’s big stories and unravel hidden political narratives in everything we read, watch and hear.

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