HSSRP Communications & New Media Resources by GEB HSSRP

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In this section you will learn about Communications & New Media as a social science discipline and its relevance in today's world.

1.1 What is Communications?

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Is communication common sense? Contrary to popular belief, there are actually many technicalities and underlying concepts in the field of Communication & New Media studies.

In this video, Alexander Lyon describes communication studies and provides a brief overview of what communication entails.

1.2 What is New Media?

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With the advent of the Internet and more advanced forms of technology today, traditional communication platforms and mass media are increasingly losing their relevance.

This short video introduces some of the new media types we see today.

1.3 Why Do We Study Communications & New Media?

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Why is communications important? This video summarises the relevance of communications to our world.

Resource Navigation

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In this section, you will find 9 sections with curated resources on Communications & New Media:

Introduction to Communications & New Media
Communication & New Media Concepts
Communications & New Media Research
Computer-Mediated Communication
Media Effects
Environmental Communication
Health Communication
Popular Culture
Other Topics

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After an introduction to the discipline, we will now dive into some key concepts and theories in Communications & New Media.

2.1 Models of Communication

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Models of communication are simplified representations of the complex communication process. This video introduces the 3 main models of communication.

2.2 The Perception Process

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Perception is how we make sense of things and interpret the world. In this video, Emily McWorthy explains the 3 main stages of perception: Selection, Organisation and Interpretation.

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In this section, you will learn how to conduct communications & new media research and write a communications & new media paper.

3.1 The Process of Writing a Communications & New Media Paper

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What is a communications research paper? This short guide describes the key characteristics of communication studies writing, such as:

1) Selection of research problem/topic

2) Review of relevant literature

3) Statement of research question/hypothesis

4) Determine appropriate method and design

5) Data collection

6) Analysis and interpretation

7) Presentation

3.9 Additional Tips

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Here are some more useful tips on writing a communications & new media research paper.

3.4 Literature Review

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A literature review is an essential component of any research paper to demonstrate your understanding of your topic, identify knowledge gaps and inspire research. This guide explains how you can write your literature review.

3.2 Choosing a Research Topic

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The field of Communications & New Media comprises many topics and sub-fields. This rough guide provides some tips on how to choose a research topic.

3.5 How to Find Academic Materials For Your Research Paper?

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The Singapore National Library Board (NLB) gives you access to various academic and newspaper databases. Watch this video to learn how you can access these databases and find academic materials for your research paper.

3.3 Writing Thesis Statement

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This short video explains how you can write a strong thesis statement for your paper.

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After learning about communication & new media concepts and research, we will now dive into a sub-field of communication: Computer-Mediated Communication

4.1 What is Computer-Mediated Communication?

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Computer-mediated communication is a sub-field of communication & new media that encompasses various forms of human communication through networked computers. This video introduces the branch of computer-mediated communication (10:13 onwards) and briefly explains key concepts and models in communications.

5.1 Misinformation

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Misinformation, often known as fake news, is the spread of false or incorrect information. In this video, Blake Simpson explains the effect of misinformation on our society and how it is becoming a growing trend.

5.2 Disinformation

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Unlike misinformation, disinformation is the deliberate action of spreading false information, in an attempt to mislead or influence people. This video explains the concept of disinformation and how it can potentially divide a society.

5.3 Online Harms

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Apart from misinformation and disinformation, online harms are also negative media effects from the use of online communication, which can include online harassment, hate speech, cyberbullying and doxxing. This report summarises the key types of online threats experienced in the digital space.

2.3 Cultivation Theory

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Does the media control what we think? In this video, we learn about the Cultivation Theory, with a primary focus on television as an early form of media.

2.4 Spiral of Silence Theory

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This video introduces the Spiral of Silence Theory, which states that an individual's perception of the distribution of public opinion influences that individual's willingness to express their own opinions. This stems from the fear of isolation and incongruity from the majority opinion.

9.1 Public Relations (PR)

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This video introduces the field of public relations and explores the different types and functions of public relations.

2.5 Rhetorical Appeals

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How do you convince an audience? This video explains the 4 main rhetorical appeals used in persuasion: Ethos, Pathos, Logos and Kairos

3.6 Types of Research in Communications & New Media

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This article explains the 3 main types of communication research: Quantitative, qualitative and rhetorical.

9.2 Interpersonal Communication

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Interpersonal communication is an area in communication studies that focuses the exchange of information between 2 or more people, with the intention to accomplish relational and personal goals through the use of verbal and non-verbal cues.

3.7 Quantitative Data Analysis Methods

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We will now learn how to analyse quantitative data, which primarily deals with statistics and numbers. This video summarises the main concepts and methods used in analysing quantitative data.

3.8 Qualitative Data Analysis Methods

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Another form of data analysis is the interpretation of qualitative data, which is non-statistical and typically more descriptive. This video highlights the key concepts and methods in qualitative data analysis.

4.3 Diffusion of Innovation Theory

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In computer-mediated communications, we are often exposed to the different technological advancement that influences the way we communicate. This video explains the diffusion of innovation theory and how technological innovations are adopted in computer-mediated communications.

4.4 Uses and Gratifications Theory

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This video introduces the Uses and Gratifications Theory, which explains why a person uses a particular media form.

4.2 Characteristics of Computer-mediated Communications

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Unlike traditional forms of communication, Computer-mediated communication has the added advantage of utilising computers and technology as a medium for communication. This short article summarises the key features of computer-mediated communications.

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After introducing the branch of computer-mediated communications, we will now look at a few issues that arises due to the widespread use of online technology for communications.

5.4 How to detect misinformation?

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While misinformation and fake news are increasingly becoming pervasive, they can still be identified. In this video, we will learn some tips on how to overcome fake news.

Here are some more resources on identifying misinformation:

5.5 Anti-Misinformation Policies

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Apart from personal measures to detect misinformation and disinformation, many countries around the world are also enacting policies and campaigns to stop the spread of falsehood. This article summarises some of the key policies and measures by some countries around the world.

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After learning about the harmful media effects of computer-mediated communication, we will now take a look at another branch of communications: Environmental Communication.

6.1 What is Environmental Communication?

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Environmental communication is the dissemination of information and the implementation of communication practices that are related to the environment. This short video introduces the branch of environmental communication and how it is significant to our world.

6.4 Digital Media

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Another important aspect of environmental communications is the use of digital media to communicate ideas and address environmental issues. This short video introduces the concept of digital media.

6.2 Importance of Environmental Communication

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In this TED Talk, Jeannine Bartz shares the importance of communication in affecting environmental impact. While it is vital to communicate the negative consequences of inaction, it is more effective to discuss about the positive effects of environmentalism and sustainability.

6.3 Environmental Issues

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When we talk about environmental communication, it is inevitable that we will discuss about the ongoing environmental issues today. In this video, we will learn about some of the most pressing environmental issues affecting the world.

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Moving on, we will explore another branch of communications: Health Communications

7.1 What is Health Communication?

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In this video, Dr. Bruce Lambert succinctly summarises the field of health communication and it's importance to our society.

7.2 Theory of Planned Behaviour

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In this video, we learn about the theory of planned behaviour, which is a theory that links beliefs to behaviour. The theory maintains that three core components, namely, attitude, subjective norms, and perceived behavioural control, together shape an individual's behavioural intentions.

7.3 Health Warning Labels

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An area of study under health communication is the effectiveness of graphic and health warning labels to tackle health issues such as smoking or obesity. In this news interview, healthcare experts discuss the effectiveness of these labels.

8.1 What is Popular Culture?

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Popular culture is the set of practices, beliefs, and objects that embody the most broadly shared meanings of a social system. It includes media objects, entertainment and leisure, fashion and trends, and linguistic conventions, among other things.

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Lastly, we will explore the realm of popular culture and how communication and new media contributes to the rise of this new field.

8.3 Communication Accommodation Theory

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In this video, we learn about one of the main theories that underpin the rise of popular culture, which is the communication accommodation theory. This theory explains how we adapt our communication when we interact with others.

8.2 Popular Culture Studies

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In this video, Dr. Matthew Hale introduces a few key concepts in the study of popular culture. From videos and gaming culture to memes and films, these foundational concepts are essential for understanding popular culture.

8.4 Semiotics

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When we talk about popular culture, it is also important to understand why popular culture became popular in the first place. In this video, we explore the concept of semiotics, which is one of the most fundamental topics that contributes to the appeal and salience of popular culture.

8.5 Signifier and Signified

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Another aspect of semiotics is the concept of the signifier and the signified. In this video, we learn the differences between these 2 concepts and how they combine to form a sign.

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Communications and New Media is a broad discipline that covers a range of topics and sub-fields. Here are some additional topics you can read up on.

9.3 Intrapersonal Communication

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This short article summarises some of the most fundamental principles and theories of intrapersonal communication. Unlike interpersonal communication, intrapersonal communication is done with oneself and occurs within the individual.