technology

Examples of technology in the following topics:

• Technology

  • Technology can assist the audience with listening, but can also be a distraction at the same time.
  • Beyond technology being utilized by the presented, technology used by the listener can also hinder effective listening.
  • Technology should simplify communication, not make it more complicated.
  • Speakers can avoid distractions caused by technology by doing the following:
  • Technology can be a hindrance and help to effective communication.

• Variations in Orality

  • Orality is thought and verbal expression in societies where the technologies of literacy (writing) are unfamiliar to most of the population.
  • Orality is thought and verbal expression in societies where the technologies of literacy (especially writing and print) are unfamiliar to most of the population.
  • Because oral societies have no effective access to writing and print technologies, they must invest considerable energy in basic information management.

• Age

  • Millennials are generally marked by an increased use and familiarity with communication, media, and digital technologies.
  • Generation Z is highly connected, as many members of this generation have had lifelong use of communications nd media technologies.
  • Technological Influences: Every generation develops new slang, but with the development of technology, understanding gaps have widened between the older and younger generations.

• General Purpose

  • Now imagine a speaker who wants to persuade an audience - for example, an elderly crowd - to adopt a technology like Facebook.
  • The speaker may have to do some instruction, but he or she will also want to talk about the social network benefits of Facebook or the cognitive benefits of lifelong learning and technology use.

• Physical Context

  • You can prepare for three different contexts--face to face with co-located audience , a speaker with live audience to remote audiences and a speaker with no live audience to different remote locations by video conferencing technology .
  • When you have a live audience co-located in front of you it will be easier to relate to and respond to the audience and avoid many of the problems associated with delivery by webcam or web conferencing only technology.
  • Physical Context when Speaking to Remote Locations by Video Conferencing Technology

• Defining an Informative Speech

  • Erik Möller speaking about a visual redesign of WikiProject main pages in his presentation on 'The purpose-driven social network: Supporting WikiProjects with technology' at Wikimania 2012.

• Utilizing Devices to Enhance Audience Understanding

  • With the advancements in wireless technology, a headset can also be used, enabling the speaker to move about during the presentation, go over visual aids, or enter the audience during the question and answer session.

• Successful Rehearsing Habits: Mimic Timing and Context

  • Context includes not only the physical environment, but also the technological and situational context.
  • Technological Context: It is important to include equipment use when you rehearse.

• Leadership in Groups

  • Technology is now a great resource for effective group communication.
  • Technology is a great way for large groups to share their ideas.

• External Benefits: Influence the World Around You

  • Today, the reach of technology is pervasive and global.
  • Today, modern communication technology coupled with the internet means that speakers can share messages and thoughts with audiences anyplace in the world for the cost of an internet connection and a camera, or simply a smart phone recorder.