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Ethical considerations in Online Development Communication

Lecture Notes: Ethical Considerations in Online Development Communication

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Navigating privacy, security, ethical challenges, fostering inclusivity, and addressing cultural sensibilities in digital communication is crucial to ensuring responsible and effective engagement. Here are key considerations for each aspect: 1. Privacy and Security: a. Data Protection: Clearly communicate how user data will be collected, used, and protected. Adhere to data protection regulations such as GDPR […]

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Lecture Notes: Community Engagement & Participation

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Community engagement and participation are crucial components for successful online development communication. Engaging the community fosters collaboration, empowers individuals, and ensures that development initiatives align with the needs and aspirations of the target audience. Here’s a guide for promoting community engagement and participation in online development communication: 1. Identify Stakeholders: Identify key stakeholders within the

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Multimedia storytelling & effective visual design

Lecture Notes: Multimedia Storytelling & Effective Visual Design

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Multimedia storytelling involves the use of various media elements, such as text, images, audio, video, and interactive elements, to convey a narrative. Here’s a step-by-step process for creating a multimedia storytelling project: 1. Define Your Story: Clearly define the core message or narrative you want to convey. Identify the main characters, themes, and key points

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Lecture Notes: Strategic Planning for Online Development Communication

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Developing a successful online development communication strategy involves careful planning and consideration of various factors. Here is a step-by-step guide to help you create an effective strategy: Define Objectives: Clearly outline the objectives of your online development communication strategy. Are you aiming to raise awareness, drive engagement, encourage participation, or advocate for a cause? Know

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Lecture Notes: The Digital Media Landscape

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Development communication involves the use of communication tools and strategies to facilitate social and economic development in ways that will result in improved quality of life for citizens. Like legacy or traditional platforms, digital tools play a critical role in communication for development. Digital Tools and Platforms Digital tools are software applications, platforms, or technologies

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Lecture Notes: Foundations of Development Communication

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The realisation that communication is central to the success of development projects led to the incorporation of Communication as a critical component of all development plans including its introduction as a course of study. The term Development Communication was coined by Dr. Nora Cruz Quebral (1926-2020), a professor emeritus at the College of Development Communication

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Online Development Communication (DCS 223) – Course Outline

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Overview This course delves into the intricate relationship between communication strategies and digital platforms within the realm of development initiatives. It offers comprehensive exploration of the dynamic landscape of online communication for social change, community development, and global impact. Objectives Learning Outcomes At the end of this course, students should be able to: Course Content

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Lecture Notes: The History of Human Communication

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What is Communication? What is Effective Communication? Effective communication is a process where information is exchanged clearly and accurately, leading to a shared understanding between the sender and the receiver. It involves the successful transmission of a message, ensuring that the intended meaning is comprehended by the recipient. Key elements of effective communication include clarity,

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Introduction to Human Communication (CMS 101) – Course Outline

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Overview Welcome to “Introduction to Human Communication,” a dynamic course designed to provide a comprehensive exploration of the history, fundamentals, and diverse aspects of human communication. This course aims to equip students with a solid foundation in the principles and practices essential for effective communication. Through a combination of historical perspectives, theoretical frameworks, and cultural

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