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Language in action, program 7 : The task of the listener, 1959

 Item — Box: 5

Scope and Contents

Produced by KQED for the educational television and radio center. Filmed by W.A. Palmer Films. Inc.

This film discusses the relationship between personality and communication and explains human behavior in terms of the self-concept. It defines self and shows how it differs from the self-concept, and illustrates the way in which the self-concept controls acceptance or rejection of a message. Finally, it stresses the importance of non-evaluative listening... to complement speaking, creating a critical "two way process." It features Dr. S.I. Hayakawa of San Francisco State College.

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Dates

  • Creation: 1959

Scope and Contents

Produced by KQED for the educational television and radio center. Filmed by W.A. Palmer Films. Inc.

This film discusses the relationship between personality and communication and explains human behavior in terms of the self-concept. It defines self and shows how it differs from the self-concept, and illustrates the way in which the self-concept controls acceptance or rejection of a message. Finally, it stresses the importance of non-evaluative listening... to complement speaking, creating a critical "two way process." It features Dr. S.I. Hayakawa of San Francisco State College.

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