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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.

Dates

  • 1959

Extent

From the Collection: 8 Linear Feet (65 reels, 8 boxes)

Language of Materials

From the Collection:

Collection materials primarily in English

Access Restrictions

No restrictions on access.

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.

Physical Description

16 mm answer print. Runtime: 30 min. Black and white, sound.

Creator

Collecting Area Details

Part of the Historical Audiovisuals Collection Collecting Area

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