ProDev-5wk Professional Development: Communication

A nonpartisan research and educational organization which conducts scientific studies of the news and entertainment media, to provide an empirical basis for ongoing debates over media fairness and impact through well-documented studies of media content

An independent, nonprofit organization founded 1981 to promote press freedom worldwide, CPJ lists abuses against the press and acts on behalf of imprisoned and threatened journalists

A national media watch group, which has been offering and documenting criticism of media bias and censorship since 1986, bringing a perspective from the left.

The nonprofit organization representing the $55 billion newspaper industry. NAA members account for nearly 90 percent of the daily circulation in the United States. Site includes resources for journalists and researchers.

An organization that fights for press freedom and denounces violations of human rights all over the world. Provides news & alerts on various issues concerning freedom of the press via over 100 correspondents from the all over the world.

An independent opinion research group, sponsored by The Pew Charitable Trusts, that studies public attitudes toward the press, politics and public policy issues. Includes reports and downloadable survey datasets

A closed door, an exasperated expression, a noisy workstation, a cultural misunderstanding—all of these are examples of “noise,” a general term for anything that gets in the way of effective communication. The key to overcoming communication barriers is to be able to identify and understand them. This program explains the various types of noise and details specific examples of physical, organizational, emotional, nonverbal, cultural, language-related or written barriers. Through expert interviews and creative vignettes, the video offers solutions to overcoming these common communication barriers. A co-production of Films for the Humanities & Sciences and MotionMasters.

This program describes the importance of positive communication skills and teaches caregivers effective methods for creating clear, respectful exchanges.

This video highlights assertive communication skills with clients/residents, emphasizing that the ability of assistants to communicate effectively is key to the quality of care they are able to provide and that aging, disease processes, and other chronic conditions may lead to behavior changes. This program illustrates strategies for effective communication.

Linda Edington, lecturer and consultant on gender studies, discusses key terms, the impact of language, parental expectations, and more. This video is highly recommended for introductory courses in gender studies and speech communication. (45 minutes)

This film identifies aspects of verbal and nonverbal communication as well as psychological and interpersonal factors. Topics include: the Triangle of Meaning, the Johari Window, spatial zones, symbols and referents, and paralanguage.

Highlighting the idea that a major part of good communication is good listening, this program enables students to improve their listening skills and absorb valuable information. The video identifies the best methods for giving coworkers the attention they deserve and provides eight simple tips that viewers can use to sharpen concentration. These include learning to focus, taking proper notes, putting emotions on hold, avoiding biases and stereotypes, finding a point of interest in a dull but important conversation, and more. Viewable/printable discussion questions are available online. A Coproduction of Films for the Humanities & Sciences and MotionMasters. Part of the series Communication Essentials. (22 minutes)