Analyze how the different dimensions are formally and informally produced, organized, and disseminated
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- Q1How are formal dimensions of information typically disseminated compared to informal dimensions?Both dimensions are disseminated solely through social media.Informal dimensions are published in peer-reviewed journals.Formal dimensions are only shared among friends and family.Formal dimensions are disseminated through established channels like academic journals and conferences, while informal dimensions are shared through social media and personal networks.30s
- Q2What is a key difference in the audience for formal versus informal dissemination of information?Informal dissemination is only for academic professionals.Formal dissemination is meant for friends and family only.Formal dissemination targets specific academic or professional audiences, while informal dissemination reaches a broader, general audience.Both types of dissemination target only specialists in the field.30s
- Q3How does the intent behind producing formal versus informal information typically differ?Both types are always created for educational purposes.Formal information is always subjective and personal.Formal information is usually produced to inform, educate, or document research, while informal information is often created for entertainment or personal expression.Informal information aims to follow strict research methodologies.30s
- Q4What role does feedback play in the production of formal versus informal information?Only formal information receives feedback from the public.Feedback in formal information often comes from peer review processes, whereas the feedback for informal information usually occurs through audience comments and social interactions.There is no feedback in either type of information production.Informal information is only produced without any response from audiences.30s
- Q5Which aspect is considered when comparing the reliability of formally produced information to informally produced information?There are no differences in reliability between formal and informal information.Formally produced information usually undergoes peer review and follows rigorous guidelines, making it more reliable than informal sources.Formal information is often biased and unreliable.Informal information is always more credible because it is widely shared.30s
- Q6What is a common characteristic of how formal information is stored compared to informal information?Informal information is exclusively found in academic journals.Formal information is never archived or indexed.Formal information is often archived in databases and libraries, while informal information is typically stored on personal devices or social media platforms.Both kinds of information are stored in libraries.30s
- Q7Which of the following best describes the sources of formal information compared to informal information?Informal information only comes from academic journals.Formal information is always based on personal experiences.Both types of information exclusively come from government publications.Formal information sources are often credible institutions like universities and research organizations, while informal information sources can include personal blogs and social media posts.30s
- Q8What is a significant difference in the updating process of formal information compared to informal information?Formal information is updated based solely on public feedback.Informal information can only be updated through official channels.Both types take a long time to update due to strict guidelines.Formal information is updated through a formal publication process that includes revisions and peer review, while informal information can be updated quickly and frequently without such processes.30s
- Q9How does the accessibility of formal information typically compare to that of informal information?Formal information is always available for free.Informal information is generally more restricted than formal information.Both types of information are equally hard to access.Formal information is often behind paywalls or requires subscriptions, while informal information is generally freely accessible online.30s
- Q10What is one way that information can be informally disseminated among peers?In a classroom lectureBy publishing a formal research paperThrough a scientific conferenceThrough social media platforms30s
- Q11Which of the following is a characteristic of formally produced information?It undergoes a review process before publicationIt is often based on personal opinionsIt is shared mainly through word of mouthIt consists of spontaneous discussions30s
- Q12What is a common method for organizing informal information?Utilizing a bibliographyCreating a table of contentsFollowing a strict citation formatUsing social media hashtags30s
- Q13What is an informal way to organize shared information among friends?Conducting a structured meetingWriting a formal reportFiling a complaint with authoritiesCreating a group chat30s
- Q14Which method is typically used for formally disseminating research findings?Sharing in a casual conversationDistributing flyersPosting on a blogPublishing in a peer-reviewed journal30s
- Q15Which of the following best describes informal communication channels?Academic symposiumsOfficial press releasesCasual conversations between peersFormal company memos30s