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Words are a very inefficient method of communication, as far as accuracy is concerned. Connotation, cultural bias, etc. Our first use of communications technology were the collection of grunts that eventually became the spoken language. Since humans are visual creatures, we also learned to communicate via the use of visual representation of objects. You know. Pictures. And eventually came text. Text worked well. And now, we have added smilies. And video. WOW.

Now, this is probably a slight bastardization of the history of human communication. Just work with me here for a moment. Think of the impact that art has on someone. It usually conveys an emotional sense that is somewhat greater than words can express on text. A picture is worth a thousand words, right?

We’re no longer communicating via simple text or a strange vocabulary of grunts. We’re communicating visually, audibly, tactilely in a thousand ways every day.

The concept of a Digital Ethnography is being explored by Kansas State University to create an idea that the internet is a communication playground for everyone that cares to tap into it, and that communication is the ultimate equalizer in the race to promote open and honest discussions about the nature of the human psychology. And using this information, maybe we might just be able to build a better tomorrow.

Visit the site, there’s some interesting things going on there showing the future of Web 2.0.

Personally, I believe a new language is evolving right under our noses.

Digital Ethnography @ Kansas State University