Communication and Schemata-driven Interpretation

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What is communication derived from?

The Latin word 'communico'

The Latin word 'common' (correct)

The Latin word 'mutual'

The Latin word 'belonging'

Which step comes after the sender encodes a message in the communication process?

Sender puts ideas together

Receiver gives feedback

Receiver decodes the message (correct)

Ideas are put into words

What does 'communico' mean in Latin?

To give feedback

To understand

To confer with others (correct)

To encode a message

How does communication help individuals connect with others?

By sharing experiences and needs Signup and view all the answers

What happens after the receiver decodes a message in the communication process?

Receiver gives feedback Signup and view all the answers

Why is communication considered the most important thing in life?

It lets individuals show how they feel and share information Signup and view all the answers

What does the concept of irreversible communication mean?

Once something is said, it cannot be taken back or undone. Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect is NOT part of the communication setting according to the text?

Medium Signup and view all the answers

What does it mean that communication is developmental or progressive?

Communication learning stages progress from birth through various educational levels. Signup and view all the answers

How does the text define communication as a process?

Communication stages occur when sharing ideas, each with specific functions. Signup and view all the answers

What does it mean that communication is ethical?

Ethical communication follows societal rules, values, and beliefs. Signup and view all the answers

How has media and technology influenced communication according to the text?

Media and information significantly influence how people communicate. Signup and view all the answers

What is the first step in schemata-driven communication?

Starting with what you already know Signup and view all the answers

Why is communication considered an interpretative act?

Because only the creator of the message has absolute knowledge about it Signup and view all the answers

Why is it emphasized that communication does not guarantee a direct link between two minds?

To emphasize that messages need to be decoded by the receiver Signup and view all the answers

Why is communication considered active according to the text?

Because it engages speakers and listeners in action Signup and view all the answers

In schemata-driven communication, what do symbols, signs, or marks represent?

Ideas that one wants to convey verbally Signup and view all the answers

Why is communication said to always result in something?

Because it refers to two or more persons engaging in an act Signup and view all the answers