You Are Developing an Argument to Present to Your Public

question 25

Essay

You are developing an argument to present to your public speaking class. While gathering evidence to support your claims, you begin to question the quality of a few sources. What should you do? What should you avoid? Be sure to explain your reasoning.

Recognize the role and impact of noise in the communication process.

Understand the dynamics of sender-receiver relationships in communication.

Comprehend the significance of channels in the communication process.

Grasp the concept of proxemics and its application in communication.

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Definitions:

Classical Conditioning

refers to a learning process that occurs when two stimuli are repeatedly paired; a response that is initially elicited by the second stimulus is eventually elicited by the first stimulus alone.

Escape Learning

A form of learning in which an organism acquires a response to end an aversive stimulus, effectively learning to avoid discomfort or negative outcomes.

Principle Of Belongness

The theory that states individuals have an innate desire to belong and be an integral part of groups.

Pigeon

A bird of the family Columbidae, known for its ability to find its way home over long distances and commonly found in urban and rural areas worldwide.