Chapter 2 Vocab Words John Moore Flashcards
3 x 3 writing process
a three-stage process that consist of prewriting ,drafting and revising.
Communication
the transmission of information and meaning from a sender to a receiver.
Channels
the medium(such as a computer, wireless network,smartphone,letter,telephone, e-mail,memo,report,of some others means) through which a message is transmitted.
encoding
The process of converting the idea of a sender into word or gestures that convey meaning
noise
anything that disrupts the transmission of a message in the communication process.
feedback
verbal and nonverbal responses to a transmitted message
decoding
translating a message from its symbol from into meaning
digital message
A message that is generated, stores, processed, and transmitted electronically by computers using strings of positive and nonpositive binary code consisting of 0s and 1s.
Prewriting
First step in the writing process; the writer generates ideas
Drafting
the second stage in the writing process;includes researching,organizing,and composing the message
anticipating
Predicting how your audience will react to your message
revising
the third stage of the writing process; includes revising, proofreading, and evaluating to determine if the message accomplishes it goal
proofreading
checking a document carefully to ensure correct spelling, grammar, punctuation, and format
Analyzing
Determining the audience and your purpose for writing
adapting
choosing the right words and the right tone that will win the audience's approval
evaluating
Deciding whether your message accomplishes your goal
profiling
Anticipating the audience and the reaction to your message.
WIIFM
What's in it for me?
secondary audience
Someone other than the primary audience who may read your message
"you" view
Audience-focused perspective; emphasis on receiver benefits.
bias-free language
Expressions that do not stereotype or show bias in terms of gender, race, ethnicity, age, or disability
plain language
Using clear, concise language that avoids showy words, long sentences, and confusing expressions
media richness
the extent to which a channel or medium recreates or represents all the information available in the original message.
Primary Audience
The audience for whom a message is written
positive language
Language that creates goodwill and gives more options to receivers than negative language
vigorous words
Strong verbs and concrete nouns that give receivers more information and keep them interested.