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ag communications term 1
first semester review
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Agriculture
8th Grade
12/13/2012

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University of Florida
Definition
Number one college of Ag Communications in the US
Term
Agricultural Publications
Definition
Form of farmers' communication used during the great depression
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1810
Definition
Agricultural Journals first published
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Iowa State
Definition
First Ag Joiurnalism courses were offered at this university in 1905
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1905
Definition
The first class in agricultural journalism was offered at Iowa State
University
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Internet and email
Definition
Newest froms of disseminating information
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Agricultural Literacy
Definition
Understanding of the process by which food os brought from the farm to the consumer
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Communication
Definition
the process of exchanging information
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Channel
Definition
Method used to convey a message
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Channels (methods to convey a message)
Definition
Gestering, media, face-to-face, Listening, telephone, or entertainment
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Reciever
Definition
another term for a listener
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Sender
Definition
Orginator of a message
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Message
Definition
The thoughts or ideas being sent and received
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Noise
Definition
Anything that blocks or interferes with a message External Interference
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Filtering
Definition
When a speaker manipulates a message to be what the receiver wants to hear
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Feedback
Definition
positive or Negative reaction to the message
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Conclusion
Definition
Summary at the end of a speech
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Decoding
Definition
The process of the receiver drawing meaning from the symbols used by the sender
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Nonverbal communications
Definition
Body language, facial expressions, eye contact, spaces and appearance
Term
A Career
Definition
The general direction of a person's life as related work
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A job
Definition
Specific work that has definate duties and is done in a particular place
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A job lead
Definition
Information about a job opening
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Networking
Definition
One of the best ways to develop job leads
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Cold call
Definition
A blind call where you don't know who you are calling or any job information
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Hot Call
Definition
A referal or call to follow up a lead
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The telephone
Definition
Most useful job hunting tool
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cover letter
Definition
what should always be included with a resume
Term
5 w's and 1 h
Definition
Who, What, Where,Why, When and How
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A Bullet
Definition
Heavy dot that preceeds a line of text
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30%
Definition
Time a person spends talking
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Fluency
Definition
Smooth easy flow of speech
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Force
Definition
Volume and variety in volume for the purpose of emphasis
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Body Language
Definition
Nonverbal communication
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Sincerity
Definition
Being genuine,Honest and straightforward as you present your speech
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Emphasis
Definition
Saying words to express words
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Introduction, Body, Conclusion
Definition
Parts of an outline
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70% to 80%
Definition
size of the body of a speech
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Introduction
Definition
Gives the audience the first impression of you and your speech
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Introduction of a speaker
Definition
builds enthusisum for a speaker, topic or to establish the speaker's credibility
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Recitation speech
Definition
A prepared statement that is fully memorized without exception
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Prepared speech
Definition
A speech that is made ready ahead of time
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Extemporaneous Speech
Definition
A speech that is not prepared in detail
in advance`
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Impromptu Speech
Definition
Speech with no preparation
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Questions to analyze your audience
Definition
Agr, Gender, Religious and political preference, culture and ethnic backround, education level and why are they attending
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1862
Definition
The year USDA was founded
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Intrapersonal Communication
Definition
Processing your thoughts prior to speaking
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Interpersonal Communication
Definition
Communication with another person
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Verbal Communication
Definition
Use of words to express ideas
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Nonverbal Communication
Definition
Communication without the use of words
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Written Communication
Definition
Communicationthat uses letters, texting , email etc.
Term
Fork
Definition
Focus, Order, Repetition of key words and Kiss off
Term
Short and Sweet
Definition
Keep sentences short, concise and to the point. Sentences averaging less than 15-20
words per sentence are easy to read. Also, keeping paragraphs short keeps readers
interested. Use about three sentences per paragraph.
Term
Simple Words
Definition
Keep words short and simple. The fewer syllable words you use the better. If you
must use difficult words, be sure to explain them in as simple terms as possible.
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Individuality
Definition
Be sure to use names and quotes when possible to make the story more appealing to
the audience.
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Active Verbs
Definition
Using active verbs helps to grab the reader’s attention and keeps the story moving.
Term
Accuracy
Definition
If the reader is to depend on what is read in the paper, the facts must be accurate.
Furthermore, names must be spelled correctly, identifications made properly,
and figures quoted carefully. Without doubt, accuracy is the reporter’s greatest
obligation.
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Brevity
Definition
If the reader’s time is to be conserved and the publication’s money saved, the story
must be told in as few words as possible.
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Clarity
Definition
If the reader is to understand what is read, the reporter must work for clarity. A
good news story never raises a question in the reader’s mind that it cannot answer.
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Lead
Definition
The key to the story. 1-2 sentences. Pack in as much
information as possible on who, what, where, why and how
Term
Secondary Information:
Definition
Vital statistics and
descriptions about the event or person. Extend on
who, what, when, where, why and how.
Term
Background Information:
Definition
Incidents leading up to or
following the event.
Term
5 W's and 1 H
Definition
WHO will do, said or did something
WHAT will be done, was said or happened
WHEN it will be done, it was said or happened
WHERE it will be done, it was said or happened
HOW it will affect me or how it was done
Term
Headings
Definition
In the top left corner of a press release, write the date and author of the
release. On the opposite side, provide contact information.
Term
Headline
Definition
About two inches below the heading, include a headline in all capital
letters.
Term
Dateline
Definition
In all capital letters, write the location (LUBBOCK, TEXAS—) of the story
followed by a dash.
Term
Lead
Definition
Use a powerful statement to grab the reader’s attention. Be sure to get to the
point quickly so readers aren’t guessing.
Term
Body
Definition
Here include the who, what, where, when, why and how to support the lead.
Answer these questions quickly and concisely.
Term
Ending
Definition
Conclude with facts or basic information. Keep it simple. At the end of the
press release use --30--, --End--, or ###.
Term
Boilerplate
Definition
A boilerplate is written at the bottom of the press release. It contains
background information about the company or organization the press release is
written for.
Term
Press Release
Definition
A statement prepared and distributed to the press
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Slug
Definition
A short phrase or title used to indicate the story content (catchline)
Term
informative speech
Definition
a speaker communicates knowledge about a specific topic to an audience
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persuasive speech
Definition
a speaker attempts to persuade the audience to adopt his/her position in relation to a topic
Term
special occasion speeches
Definition
will be different than a speech that intends to inform or persuade an audience
Term
Bar charts
Definition
These graphics show comparisons of types of interval data including
times, locations and amounts.
Term
Line graphs
Definition
Trends and frequencies are types of data used in line graphs. No
more than 4 lines should be presented in a graph.
Term
Pie charts
Definition
Pie charts are used to show the proportion of parts making up a whole
(ex: ethnic background of all students in your high school).
Term
References
Definition
A list of people who can speak positively about a candidate
Term
follow up letter
Definition
Thanks people for doing something positive
Term
Employment agency
Definition
A service that lists jobs and helps to match people to them
Term
Pixel
Definition
Tiny picture elements
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megapixel
Definition
one million pixels
Term
software
Definition
Programs used to direct the operation of a computer
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Pixels per inch
Definition
a pictures output resolution
Term
JPG
Definition
Joint Photographic Experts
Group - smaller, compressed picture files
Term
TIFF
Definition
Tagged Image File Format - large, uncompressed and high end photos format
Term
Raw
Definition
A photo as the camera took it
Term
ISO
Definition
International Standards Organization - Camera shutter speed
Term
Color Temperature
Definition
Different color qualities of different kinds of light
Term
White Balance
Definition
combination of red, Green and blue light mixed to create a white color
Term
composition
Definition
organizing the subject of a picture
Term
Rule of Thirds
Definition
basic composition of a picture
Term
Depth of Field
Definition
Portion of a picture that is in focus to the camera
Term
Aperture
Definition
the "iris" of a camera controlling the amount of light that may enter
Term
RGB
Definition
Red Green Blue color format used in TV's
Term
CMYK
Definition
Cyan Magenta Yellow Black Color format for printing
Term
Caption
Definition
Written information about a picture also called a cutline
Term
Resolution
Definition
measurement of how closely packed the pixels of a picture
Term
Resampling
Definition
Adding or subtracting pixels from a picture
Term
Visual aids
Definition
Something used to communicate visually
Term
Frame of reference
Definition
Shared understanding of a subject
Term
Headings
Definition
Top left gives date and author
right contact information
Term
Headline (press release)
Definition
Capital letters two inches below heading
Term
Dateline (Press Release)
Definition
Capital letters showing location
Term
News feature
Definition
Written about a timely event
Term
Informative feature
Definition
little known, odd or unusual focus
Term
Historical Feature
Definition
Historical relevance to your audience
Term
Personal experience
Definition
accomplishments of a group or individual
Term
Descriptive profile
Definition
places or events people can take part in
Term
How-to-do it yourself feature
Definition
Explains how to build or do something
Term
Profile
Definition
one or two aspects of a person
Term
Balance(photography)
Definition
symmetrical or asymmetrical both sides are equal
Term
Proportion
Definition
spatial relationship between design elements
Term
Contrast
Definition
dominant focus or element
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Unity
Definition
Elements working together for a good design
Term
Repetition
Definition
Pattern for the eye to follow by repeating or sequencing objects
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