Problem 4RCQ
Compare the bending of the paths of baseballs and photons by a gravitational field.
CDM 1150 – 03 Class Notes 2/9/16 Chapter 1: Intro to Human Communication 1.1The Importance of Studying Human Communication Help to understand how people communicate Communication differs from other social sciences because it focuses exclusively on the exchange of messages to create meaning Has a long history dating back to classical era of western civilization o Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle Communication is a complex activity influenced by a variety of factors o Cultural differences, cognitive abilities, and social norms Can help attain goals, establish relationships, and develop ones identity Communication is also a complex process that requires an in-depth understanding of how it works and the ability to apply ones critical thinking skills to communication experiences to learn from and improve from Co-rumination ( when too much talk is as bad as not enough) o often occurs between friends (more often among adolescents and young adults and women) o Why is it bad Communication focuses on negative effects May make the person feel worse and helpless to do anything about it o Suggest conversations that focus on solution offer more effective results. Critical Thinking (key to successful communication