Explanation and Context Review Communication

University of Phoenix Material Communication Theories and Context Review Communication can be understood by examining the context in which talk takes place and by reviewing some of the theories that govern how communication works within each context. Part A Communication Contexts Directions Define each communication context. A. Intrapersonal personal communication amid people B. Interpersonal Communication with oneself C. Group Communication with a group of people D. Organizational Communication within and among large, extended environments E. commonplace Communication to a large group of listeners F.Mass Communication to a very large audience through mediated forms G. Inter heathen Communication between and among members of different cultural backgrounds Part B Communication Contexts and Their Related Theories Directions Place the appropriate letter of each context above next to its related theory. Then write a brief explanation of each theory. Theories 1. _A__ Cognitive Disso nance Explains the tendency for individuals to seek consistency among their cognitions, such as beliefs and opinions. When there is an inconsistency between attitudes or behaviors (dissonance), something essential change to eliminate the dissonance.In the case of a discrepancy between attitudes and behavior, it is most likely that the attitude will change to accommodate the behavior. 2. _G___ Face-Negotiation Theory Explains how different cultures postulate conflict and communication. The theory explains that the root of conflict is based on identity management on individual and cultural levels. 3. __B__ Groupthink Explains how individuals may withhold their opposing opinions to advocate cohesiveness. Individuals may also withhold their opposing opinions because they fear rejection by the group. 4. _B__ Communication Privacy Management Explains the process that people use to manage the relationship between concealing and revealing private information 5. __D__ Organizational I nformation Theory Explains how organizations suck sense of the information that is essential for their existence 6. __F__ Spiral of Silence Explains why people tend to remain silent when they think their views are in the minority 7. __E__ Rhetoric/Dramatism/Narrative Paradigm Explains that people are essentially storytellers who make decisions on the basis of good reasons. History, biography, culture, and character determine what we consider good reasons.