3.2. The Role of Transmitters

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is risk communication?

   Hint

   Think about the components involved in sharing information.

2. 2.

   Who are considered senders in the communication process?

   Hint

   They provide essential information.

3. 3.

   What is the main objective of risk communication?

   • Change receiver perception
   • Deliver entertainment
   • Provide weather updates

   Hint

   Focus on the purpose of sharing information.

4. 4.

   True or False: Transmitters send the original messages directly from senders to receivers without any change.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Think about the role of transmitters in modifying messages.

5. 5.

   Evaluate a scenario where noise significantly impacts the effectiveness of a risk message being communicated through mass media.

   Hint

   Consider how differing environments might affect the process.

6. 6.

   Design a risk communication plan for a local community facing a natural disaster, integrating the roles of sender, transmitter, and receiver.

   Hint

   Identify the stakeholders involved in disaster communication.