Subtext is the implicit meaning of a text—the underlying message that is not explicitly stated or shown. Subtext gives the reader information about characters, plot, and the story’s context as a whole.

Deconstruction is the process of reevaluating of what you believe and why when it comes to your religious faith.

Deconstruction, form of philosophical and literary analysis, derived mainly from work begun in the 1960s by the French philosopher Jacques Derrida, that questions the fundamental conceptual distinctions, or “oppositions,” in Western philosophy through a close examination of the language and logic of philosophical and …

Media messages are intended to reach audiences. Some are designed to reach millions of people. Others may be intended only for one person. Most media messages are designed to reach specific groups of people – defined by age, gender, class, interests, and other factors – called the “target audience.”

In rhetorical and communication studies, a message is defined as information conveyed by words (in speech or writing), and/or other signs and symbols. A message (verbal or nonverbal, or both) is the content of the communication process. The originator of the message in the communication process is the sender.

Channel. There are countless different channels that you can use to send your message. Verbal communications channels include face-to-face meetings, telephone and videoconferencing. While written communications include letters, reports, emails, instant messaging (IM), and social media posts.

Effective communication is about the four C’s; clear, concise, consistent and captivating communication. You can improve your communication with planning, reflection, thought, and reviewing your communication.

The four functions of mass communications are: surveillance, correlation, cultural transmission and entertainment.

Five Types of Communication

• Verbal Communication. Verbal communication occurs when we engage in speaking with others.
• Non-Verbal Communication. What we do while we speak often says more than the actual words.
• Written Communication. Whether it is an email, a memo, a report, a Facebook post, a Tweet, a contract, etc.
• Listening.
• Visual Communication.

Mass communication functions to validate the status and norms of particular individuals, movements, organizations, or products. The validation of particular people or groups serves to enforce social norms (Lazarsfeld & Merton). If you think about most television dramas and sitcoms, who are the primary characters?