Communication

Cosma / Communication

The qualities that make humans beings unique are the ability to use symbols and the ability to use tools, so it is not at all surprising that the discipline that concerns itself with the use of symbols as a tool is one that can subsume all other disciplines and encompass the entirety of humanity’s accomplishments.” — M. E. Hopper

Role and Importance of Communication

General

Reference

Dictionary

communication : a process by which information is exchanged between individuals through a common system of symbols, signs, or behavior — Webster

Free Dictionary, Wiktionary, OneLook

A Dictionary of Media and Communication (Daniel Chandler and Rod Munday, Oxford University Press)

Thesaurus

Roget’s II (Thesaurus.com), Merriam-Webster Thesaurus, Visuwords

Encyclopedia

Communication, the exchange of meanings between individuals through a common system of symbols. This article treats the functions, types, and psychology of communication. — Encyclopædia Britannica

International Encyclopedia of Communication
Encyclopedia of Communication and Information

Foundations

Theory

Communication theory is a proposed description of communication phenomena, the relationships among them, a storyline describing these relationships, and an argument for these three elements. Communication theory provides a way of talking about and analyzing key events, processes, and commitments that together form communication. Theory can be seen as a way to map the world and make it navigable; communication theory gives us tools to answer empirical, conceptual, or practical communication questions. — Wikipedia

Communication Models

Communication (Wiki Of Science)
Communication Theories (CommunicationTheory.org)
Shannon and Weaver Model of Communication (CommunicationTheory.org)
Transactional Leadership Theory (CommunicationTheory.org)
Communication Theory as a Field (Wikipedia)
Reflection on Communication Theory as a Field (Robert T. Craig, Communiquer)

Innovation

Information and Communication Technology for Development

United Nations Conference on Trade and Development

Science

Communication Science refers to the a field in which research methods are used to construct scientifically testable theories about how non-verbal and verbal human communications are created, transmitted and received. Researchers may concentrate on the ways messages shape and change human behavior in regards to attitude change, social change and politics. Global communication is also an important aspect of this field. — Learn.org

Introduction to Communication Science

Introduction to Communication Science (YouTube Channel)

Technology

Communication Technology, also known as information technology, refers to all equipment and programs that are used to process and communicate information. Professionals in the field specialize in the development, installation, and service of these hardware and software systems. Individuals who enter this field develop an understanding in the conceptions, production, evaluation, and distribution of communication technology devices. — Learn.org

What is ICT Information and Communications Technology