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Summary<\/span><\/h2>\r\n<\/div>\r\nIn this chapter you have learned that the purpose of this book is to introduce you to the academic field of Communication by setting a foundation of communication, followed by the chronological presentation of some of the major specializations that make up this academic field.\r\n\r\nSmith, Laswell, and Casey offer a simple definition of communication study: \u201cwho says what, through what channels (media) of communication, to whom, [and] what will be the results\u201d (121). Now you can provide an answer to those who ask you what Communication study is about. Our definition of communication<\/b>, the process of using symbols to exchange meaning<\/i>, allows you to understand how we use this term throughout the book. The linear and transactional models of communication act as a visual representations of both communication study and communication. Finally, you are now aware of the importance of studying communication: that it impacts your personal, social, and professional life.\r\n\r\n \r\n
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  1. According to our definition, what is communication? What do we not consider to be communication?<\/li>\r\n \t
  2. Using our definition of communication study, explain how Communication is different from other majors such as Sociology, Anthropology, Psychology, etc?<\/li>\r\n \t
  3. Name three people who you feel use communication effectively in their jobs? In what ways do they communicate effectively using verbal and nonverbal communication?<\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\n<\/section><\/div>\r\n \r\n
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