Wednesday, August 29, 2012

Linear Vs. Interactive

I know for a fact we all have a problem with focusing for a long time, listening to a teacher or professor lecture. In other words, it seems like time is in slow motion and your eyes drop with the time -_-. For me, this is a perfect example of a type of "linear model" of communication. Honestly, information goes through one ear and definitely out the other. Linear model communication is not a favorite to kinesthetic learners such as myself. This form of communication is for auditory learners or in better words, those who like to listen or are too shy or lazy to follow on the information given. In contrast, "interactive models" of communication are my best friends. I am able to interact with my peers, a group who has pretty much the same knowledge as me, we're able to use our resources in order to understand a lecture or whatever is going on. Also, questioning is a great way to communicate in order to get a better understanding of what's going on; yet another way to put "interactive models" of communication into perspective :)
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  1. D_MinuzAugust 30, 2012 at 11:51 PM

    Thank you Sade’ for your explanation regarding the two forms of communication. I think it is so funny that you used the class room as an example of linear communication because I remember taking a class at the Junior College I transferred from that did nothing but put me to sleep. When reading about linear communication, I could not help but think of the Renaissance art work that so easily put me to sleep. I am glad that we both have classes that are more tiring than interesting. I have a feeling that this class will be more interactive and less linear. Great job.

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    1. UnknownAugust 31, 2012 at 4:57 AM

      Lol you want to know something funny though, the Renaissance, Romantic, and Enlightenment Era are the most interesting genres every created in History. It is very hard to stay alive in class (especially history, YIKES) But I hope as individuals, as we grow, we find some kind of optimism in the classroom.I will be okay :)

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  2. LaurenSanfordSeptember 2, 2012 at 7:18 PM

    I always feel as if time is slowing down during some of the lectures that my professors give. Linear communication is exactly how you explained, it is an in the ear out of the ear form of communication. There is no need need to respond or interrupt a lecture therefore there is no type of interactive method there. The more interactive a lecture is, only then is it considered a interactive form of communication. I myself would rather listen to an interactive teacher then a teacher that just talks. Interactive models of communication come with everyday life. Many of the conversations we are having before class are interactive forms of communication.

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