media bias
unfair reporting and selection of stories
formality
the style and level of language a media message uses
voice-over
A(n)________is the voice of an unseen narrator, and it is often used to explain a product in a commercial or introduce the action in a television show.
media literacy
the ability to understand, analyze, and evaluate media message
camera angle
determines the perspective from which the audience views the subject in a media message.
it makes the subject appear smaller
what is the effect of a high-angle shot in a media message?
editing
the selection of a camera shots to use in motion picture is called________.
sound-effect
A___________is a created or enhance sound added to a media message to make the action more realistic and to convey meaning and emotion
deconstruction
the process of analyzing a media message
print media
media that use text and images to convey messages by means of printed material.
internet media
media that includes websites, blogs, and social media sites that can be accessed through an internet connection
media
a general term that refers to the means of distributing information to large audiences
broadcast media
messages that are transmitted electronically over a wide area.
disadvantage of broadcast media
only received by those who tune in at a particular time.
bias by omission
involves excluding particular information that does not support the author's viewpoint.
special effect
A computer-generated image that is manipulated to enhance a motion picture.
bias by spin
media occurs when a media producer states his or her own opinion about objective facts.
jingle
A________is a catchy song used to advertise a product in a commercial
diagram
An illustration or picture of an object that shows the object's parts or how it works is called a__________.
an owner's manual for a car
procedural text example
polite
what kind of tone should you use when communicating in the workplace?
to clarify the content and make it more understandable
what is the main purpose of using graphics in a procedural text?
professionalism
the key to communicating effectively in a workplace is___________.
clear, direct language
Which of these should characterize the language you use to communicate in the workplace?
memo
A(n)______is a printed message written for employees within an organization
A(n)________is message sent electronically through the internet
procedural text
A(n)_________ ______gives instruction for performing a task
a statement persuading the audience to complete the task
Not one of the most common features of a procedural text
audience
your workplace communication should show an awareness of________and purpose
project plan
A document that maps the course of an upcoming project is called a(n)_______
to give instructions or explain a process to the audience
what is the purpose of a procedural text?
analyze
listening with the goals of evaluating what you hear is listening to________
presents information that expresses personal bias
Not describe an effective speaker
passive
____________listening is casual listening that does not require any special effort
empathize
listening to_________involves listening to understand a person's thoughts, feelings, and situation
anecdotes
when giving a speech, use___________and interesting stories to keep your audience engaged
collaborate
to_________means to work positively together on a project
active
__________listening requires your mind to be engaged while another person is speaking.
feedback
a good speaker looks for verbals and nonverbal reaction, or___________, from the audience and adjusts his or hers speaking accordingly.
demonstrative
a speech in which the speaker demonstrates how to do something.
ceremonial
a speech given to commemorate or honor a person or event
extemporaneous
a speech that requires little preparation; nor rehearsed or memorized
persuasive
a speech that aims to change the audience's mind or convince the audience to do something
informative
a speech that has the purpose of giving information
Establish eye contact with the speaker and use appropriate facial expressions.
When listening to a speech, how can you let the speaker know you are listening?
enunciate
When giving a speech you should _____ your words, or pronounce every syllable of a word clearly and precisely.
comprehend
Listening to _____ is listening to understand and make sense of what you hear.
passive listening
Jada flips through a magazine while her little brother tells her about his class trip to the zoo. What kind of listening is she doing?
listening to comprehend
Brandon listens to his supervisor at work explain how to use a new computer program. What kind of listening is he doing?
Every group member has an opportunity to speak and contribute opinions.
Which of these describes a principle for positive group dynamics?
gain information
Listening to _____ is listening to gather facts about a person, event, thing, idea, or situation.