Element
Communication
two-way one-way
Configuration Type Currentness Moderation Purpose
ELEMENT DEFINED

Multi-nodal communication makes the online environment unique from previous media. Two-way communication allows the user to communicate with the content developer or other users. One-way communication does not allow the user to communicate digitally. The aspects of communication include: 1) Configuration - specifies the directionality of the communication; 2) Type - identifies the communication method(s) used; 3) Currentness - indicates synchronous or asynchronous delivery; 4) Moderation - addresses editing of the communication; and 5) Purpose - describes the reason for the communication.

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