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500 BCE
Oral Communication
People communicated orally by sharing stories and information that could be passed on from person to person. -
1400
Invention of the Printing Press
Printing press invented in the 15th century, expanding access to written communication. -
Blackboards and Chalkboards used in the Classroom
Educators began using Blackboards and Chalkboards to share information with all students in the classroom. -
First instance of Correspondence Education
With the creation of the US Postal Service, correspondence education became an opportunity for students and faculty to communicate, and provide students located far from traditional universities with educational opportunities. -
Creation of the United States Postal Service
The United States Postal Services is created to connect people across the country via written communication. -
Projectors Introduced in the Classroom
The military used projectors to communicate information to train soldiers in Word War II. This is another example of how a technology can be used to communicate the same information to multiple learners at one time. -
Audio Conferencing Introduced
Audio Conferencing via telephone connects people from multiple locations. -
Video Conferencing Introduced
Users can now communicate face-to-face using video conferencing. -
World Wide Web Introduced
The Internet connects people virtually, allowing people to communicate with each other without the delays associated with sending communication via the US Mail. -
The First Learning Management Systems Introduced
Learning management systems, such as Blackboard, allow users to connect with others in a educational setting. Discussion forums allow students to post ideas, assignments, and learn from their peers and instructor. -
Future of Communication and Technology
The future of communication and technology includes more synchronous communication opportunities for students and faculty through blending learning and physical spaces supported by technology.
