Communication to Foster Cohesion

Communications and Media
This course is designed to provide an introductory survey of the study of communication. The course begins with a general history of the evolution of human communication, and goes on to examine such areas as definitions, models, and basic concepts in communication; the range of verbal and non-verbal codes, and their complex interrelations in the message systems of modern electronic media; and various communication contexts, with emphasis on the structure and function of interpersonal communication and mass communication.

The Main Question:
In specific, concrete terms describe ways that an individual may use communication to foster cohesion in groups and teams. Provide specific examples to support your main points.

Minor Question: Find an Internet article that is related to this week?s reading assignment and post the Internet address of the article along with an article summary.