Development Communication and Journalism
CBSE · Class 12 · Home Science
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Development Communication and Journalism is a specialized field that uses various communication channels and media to promote social change and development. This chapter explores how communication serves as a catalyst for addressing societal challenges like poverty, health issues, education gaps, an
Key Concepts
The art and science of human
The art and science of human communication used for facilitating development of disadvantaged societies in a planned manner. It involves systematic ap
A form of journalism that focuses
A form of journalism that focuses on success stories of people adopting new technologies, trying new methods, and helping society. It emerged after th
A combination of different communication methods
A combination of different communication methods and materials such as meetings, tours, newspaper articles, leaflets, and exhibitions organized around
Local radio stations run and managed
Local radio stations run and managed by local people with content for local use in their local dialect. They support local development programs, give
Umbrella term including computer hardware
Umbrella term including computer hardware, software, digital broadcast, and telecommunications technologies. Used for informing people, enabling econo
Learning Objectives
- Understand the importance of development communication and journalism for social change
- Identify essential skills required for careers in communication and journalism
- Comprehend the scope and career opportunities available in this field
- Analyze different communication methods and their effectiveness
- Evaluate the role of various media channels in development activities
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- NCERT Official — ncert.nic.in
- CBSE Academic — cbseacademic.nic.in
- CBSE Official — cbse.gov.in
- National Education Policy 2020 — education.gov.in
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