Click to review the online content. Then answer the question(s) below, using complete sentences. Scroll down to view additional questions. Twenty-first century technologies such as the internet, smart phones, and social media have increased globalization. These help our world feel more connected. At the core of this connectivity is communication. Communication means giving and receiving information. It takes many forms. In fact, people use multiple forms of communication every day. Think about it. We use our ears to hear, language to speak, and tone of voice to express mood. We also use facial expressions and body language to communicate nonverbally. We also use emails, text messages, blogs, journals, etc. to communicate in writing. Finally, we use signs, signals, and pictures to communicate visually. Communication is essential to life. As humans we use our communication skills to interact daily with our friends, loved ones, and colleagues. Communication also benefits our relationships. Words are used to connect with people, and they keep us connected personally to family and friends. Professionally, good communication skills foster mutual respect between employer and employee, and help to increase the likelihood of overall job contentment. Employees who are happy with their jobs are more likely to be loyal. They may even be more likely to get a promotion. Studying human communication is a worthwhile endeavor because it impacts so many areas of our personal and professional lives.

Identify three areas in our daily lives that would benefit from the study of communication. Use specific examples from the site.