In a piece by Chen and colleagues (2023) we see that media and communication research must consider systems at multiple levels, including the intrapersonal level. Face to face communication has never been more important than it is now in our post-COVID world.
Chen, A., Cho, H., Evans, R., & Zeng, R. (2023). Reimagining communication in a post-pandemic world: The intersection of information, media technology, and psychology. Frontiers in Psychology, 14, 1154044.
In times like now the written communication can be AI supported. Oral communication will be the most important aspect of understanding anyone's communication skills.
I agree that in the current landscape, where artificial intelligence is playing an increasingly significant role, written communication serves as a crucial support. It provides a structured and clear way to convey complex ideas, instructions, and data to facilitate the interaction between humans and AI systems. However, I also believe that oral communication remains paramount when it comes to understanding someone's communication skills. The ability to articulate thoughts, engage in real-time conversations, and convey emotions verbally is essential, especially in a world where interpersonal connections still play a vital role. Striking a balance between effective written and oral communication skills is key, as it enables individuals to navigate both the digital and human aspects of communication in today's multifaceted environment.
While agreeing fully with Mimi's erudite opinion, i would like to think our main thrust of communications research going forward, would be to keep communication 'human'. Also to acknowledge and engage with AGI communication, while keeping our nuanced distinctions as an empathetic class of consciousness.
Hi David,
I do not know which paper you refer to. Please explain!
Rune
Thanks all the paper I am referring to is Chen, A., Cho, H., Evans, R., & Zeng, R. (2023). Reimagining communication in a post-pandemic world: The intersection of information, media technology, and psychology. Frontiers in Psychology, 14, 1154044.
This paper talks about how our relationships toward information and media and communication, and therefore journalism and communication related outputs has intrinsically changed because of our relationships to COVID-19 and communication. I dive a little more into COVID-19 communication in my upcoming book.
Even with AI there does need to be more oversight and relationships between humans in communication. This paper/commentary is available online, but I have added the link here: https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fpsyg.2023.1154044/full
The fifth wave of media and communications Research implies scientific enquiries involving the recent paradigm shift in communication. This has to do with the evolving communication technologies and how they impact human interaction and societal development. The idea/theory is catalysed by the internet of things, big data and AI. Thus, the fifth wave is an era of comprehensive and interactive digital communication.
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