Structure and Organization of Personal and Interpersonal Communication

Vocabulary terms and definitions related to personal, interpersonal, public, and digital communication methods and ethics.

Intrapersonal Communication

Communication with oneself using internal vocalization or reflective thinking, often triggered by internal or external stimuli.

Interpersonal Communication

Communication between people whose lives mutually influence one another, building, maintaining, and ending relationships.

Personal Communication

Communication shared with people one has a close or familiar relationship with, characterized by an informal tone and first-person point of view.

Public Communication

A sender-focused form of communication that is intentional, formal, and goal-oriented, where one person conveys information to a large or unknown audience.

Recursive Writing Process

An effective writing approach where the writer returns to prewriting to develop, clarify, or expand ideas during drafting, revising, or editing.

Critical Review

A thoughtful and analytical response to a work that involves both summarizing the content and evaluating how well the work accomplishes its purpose.

Narrative Text

A form of writing that presents a meaningful story by unfolding a sequence of events connected through time and cause.

Orientation

The introduction of a narrative text that sets the scene, introduces characters, and presents the initiating event.

Climax

The most intense or decisive moment in a narrative story's plot.

Argumentative Text

A type of academic text that attempts to persuade the reader to accept a stance on a debatable issue using logical reasoning and evidence.

Issue

The central, debatable question or topic around which an argument revolves.

Position

The specific stance or viewpoint an author takes on a debatable issue.

Support

The collection of evidence and reasoning that justifies a position in an argumentative text.

Public-facing Writing

Written communication designed to reach everyday readers in public spaces to explain, persuade, or inspire action on real-world issues.

Opinion pieces (Op-eds)

Short, focused essays, usually between $500$ and $800$ words, that express a strong viewpoint on a subject.

Social Media Advocacy Posts

Short persuasive messages designed to spread awareness or spark conversation on platforms like Facebook, X, or Instagram.

Responsible Online Self-Presentation

The careful and ethical way individuals portray themselves on digital platforms, ensuring posts are truthful, respectful, and aligned with values.

Digital Privacy

The protection of personal information shared and stored online, involving control over who can access disclosed data.

Digital Footprint

A trail of data and traceable activities an individual leaves behind while using the internet.

Ethical Communication

The foundation of trust and integrity in interactions, ensuring transparency, accountability, and fairness.

Inclusive Communication

Communication that respects cultural, linguistic, and social differences by using accessible language and formats that avoid bias.