5. Communication Process

Try these first

1. 1.

   What does the term 'risk communication' mean?

   Hint

   Think about what it involves for both senders and receivers.

2. 2.

   Name one role of the transmitter in communication.

   Hint

   What happens to the information before reaching the audience?

3. 3.

   What is the primary objective of risk communication?

   • To inform about risks
   • To entertain
   • To sell products

   Hint

   Consider why we would share risk information.

4. 4.

   True or False: Transmitters play no role in how a message is perceived by its audience.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Think about what transmitters do before passing on the information.

5. 5.

   Design a risk communication strategy for an environmental disaster (like an oil spill). What key components should be included?

   Hint

   Think about how to maintain trust and clarity while communicating risks.

6. 6.

   Discuss the ethical implications of communicating risks based on misinterpreted data. What responsibilities do communicators have?

   Hint

   Reflect on the role of ethics in sharing information.