Media And Communication In Extension (Theory)

Paper Code: 
H.Sc- 205
Credits: 
03
Contact Hours: 
45.00
Max. Marks: 
100.00
Objective: 

This course will enable the students to

  • Understand basic concepts behind development of communication.
  • Details related to communication process.
  • Various methods of communication and their implication in Extension education.
8.00
Unit I: 
Concept of Development Communication:-
  • Meaning and importance of communication in development
  • Basis for effective, interactive communication
  • Elements of Communication
  • The purpose of communication
  • Models of communication and problems of communication
  • Types of communication: One way, Two way, Interpersonal, Intrapersonal, Upward and downward, Localite and cosmopolite communication , Mass media communication
  • Gaps in Communication

 

8.00
Unit II: 
Communication in Extension
  • Audio visual aid- Criteria for selection and use of audio visual aids
  • Meaning , importance and classification- Audio , Visual ( Chart ,Poster, Flannel Graph, Flash Cards ,Flip Book, Film Strips)and Audio visual , Projected and non projected (Folk media) audio visual aid
  • Perception & Learning- Definition, laws , Principles, cone of experience 
  • Motivation- Definition , Role of motivation, Process of motivation

 

10.00
Unit III: 
Methods of Communication in Development to Reach Individuals
  • Personal letters
  • Interviews
  • Home and farm visits
  • Office calls

 

9.00
Unit IV: 
Methods to reach small groups:-
  • Group discussions- Panel discussions, symposium , colloquy, Forum , Brain storming 
  • Role plays
  • Workshops
  • Dramatization
  • Camps
  • Demonstration – Method , Result

 

10.00
Unit V: 
Methods to Reach Masses:-
  • Broadcasting
  • Telecasting
  • Publications Books, news papers, magazines, Letters
  • Video film conferencing
  • Public meetings
  • Cyber communication
  • Net working
  • Selection, effective use, evaluation of above methods

 

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