5.1 - Importance of Source Credibility
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What is source credibility?
💡 Hint: Think of sources like news outlets or scientific organizations.
What does 'noisy' communication mean?
💡 Hint: What could make it hard to hear a warning?
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What is the main factor influencing the effectiveness of disaster communication?
💡 Hint: Think about whose message people trust the most.
True or False: Noise in communication only refers to external distractions.
💡 Hint: Can emotions affect how we receive messages?
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Create a communication plan for a disaster scenario considering different sources' credibility. How would you ensure that the most credible sources are prioritized?
💡 Hint: Consider factors that contribute to the credibility of your selected sources.
Analyze a past disaster communication effort where the source's credibility was questioned. Discuss the outcomes of that perception on public behavior.
💡 Hint: Look for analyses from trustworthy secondary sources to support your points.
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