Academic communication refers to the various methods and channels used by scholars, researchers or students to exchange ideas, information and knowledge within their respective fields. This can include written forms such as articles, books, reports, theses or dissertations; spoken forms like presentations, lectures, seminars or conferences; and visual forms including posters, infographics or videos. The primary goal of academic communication is to share new findings, theories, perspectives or research results with others in the field for review, critique, validation and further advancement of knowledge through a process of peer-reviewed publication or presentation.