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Communication Synergies & Intercultural Communication

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Research Methodologies in Communication

Data Collection Methods

Field Work

Advantages: Rich, deep, flexible insights into real-life situations.

Limitations: Limited generalizability due to small community focus.

Surveys/Polls

Advantages: Large sample sizes, easy quantification and comparison, facilitates data analysis.

Limitations: Limited qualitative information, potential for dishonesty, lack of flexibility and nuance, superficial insights.

Laboratory Experiments

Advantages: Replicable, controlled variables, easy generalization.

Limitations: Artificial setting, difficult extrapolation to real life, potential for experimental bias.

Life Stories/Interviews

Advantages: Rich, in-depth information, allows study of evolving actions and beliefs, close to everyday... Continue reading "Communication Synergies & Intercultural Communication" »

Human Cognition & Social Dynamics: Key Psychological Concepts

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Core Psychological Concepts

This document delves into fundamental psychological and sociological concepts that shape human experience and interaction.

Understanding Debate

Debate is an oral exercise typically involving two groups advocating for different positions. Effective participation follows these guidelines:

  • Inform yourself thoroughly on the issue before starting the debate.
  • When you have a formed opinion, order and organize your posture, justifying your reasons clearly.
  • Support your arguments with examples during interventions.
  • Be respectfully tolerant of opinions different from your own.

Perception: Connecting with Reality

Perception, a faculty shared similarly with other animals, puts us in touch with reality and allows us to build representations

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