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What Needs to be Communicated?

When determining what kind of communication technology to use consider:

  • the amount of detail needed
  • the amount of time in which information needs to be delivered
  • how the information will be delivered or transferred
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Who are you trying to reach?

In selecting your communication technology consider the audience that will be receiving the information. Different audiences may need different forms of communication.

Group of people

  • A simple E-mail message or a printed handout might be the best way to communicate with some audiences.
  • On the other hand, communication about a class project or a business meeting might be greatly improved by using a graphic presentation or a series of Web pages instead of a paper handout.
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