Communication Applications CBE Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What are the types of communication?

Intrapersonal (correct)

Small group (correct)

Public (correct)

Interpersonal (correct)

What is interpersonal communication?

Communication between people, the exchange of thoughts, feelings, and beliefs between two or more people.

What is intrapersonal communication?

Communication with self.

What is small group communication?

Communication when 3 or more people gather in a context where every person can actively participate. Signup and view all the answers

What defines public communication?

Communication with or between a large group. Signup and view all the answers

What are the types of speeches?

Impromptu Signup and view all the answers

What is an impromptu speech?

A spur of the moment, unplanned, short speech. Signup and view all the answers

What is an extemporaneous speech?

A speech that is not memorized but can have notes or outlines. Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of a memorized speech?

A speech that is completely committed to memory. Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes a manuscripted speech?

Read directly from a pre-written document. Signup and view all the answers

What is a reality-tester?

One who seeks to verify the accuracy of information provided by others. Signup and view all the answers

What is reconstructive listening?

Taking a new message and making it fit what we want to hear. Signup and view all the answers

Define homeostasis.

Equilibrium. Signup and view all the answers

What is self-disclosure?

Sharing information with another person to establish or enhance relationships. Signup and view all the answers

What is an intrinsic reward?

Communicating based on the simple reward of communicating. Signup and view all the answers

What does performing social rituals in communication involve?

Actions done because of tradition, such as shaking hands. Signup and view all the answers

What are the purposes of communication?

Expressing feelings Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Types of Communication

Intrapersonal Communication: Self-dialogue; communication with oneself.
Interpersonal Communication: Interaction between two or more individuals exchanging thoughts, feelings, and beliefs.
Small Group Communication: Involves three or more participants actively engaging to complete tasks or share information.
Public Communication: Speaks to large assemblies where a single speaker addresses an audience, delivering a prepared message.

Types of Speeches

Impromptu Speech: Unplanned and spontaneous speech, prone to errors but showcases quick thinking.
Extemporaneous Speech: Not fully memorized; uses notes or outlines, allowing for flexibility.
Memorized Speech: Fully committed to memory; allows for audience eye contact but risks appearing overly scripted.
Manuscripted Speech: Delivered verbatim from a written script; lacks flexibility and eye contact.

Listening and Feedback

Active Listening: Involves participation in the communication process, guiding the speaker toward common interests.
Selective Listening: Responding only to messages that are of personal interest.
Pseudolistening: Pretending to listen without genuinely engaging.
Reconstructive Listening: Altering a message to fit existing perspectives or beliefs.

Communication Dynamics

Self-Disclosure: Sharing personal information to foster relationships.
Homeostasis: The state of equilibrium in communication.
Negotiation: Win-win strategy to resolve conflicts without forcing either party to compromise.

Questioning Techniques

Open-Ended Questions: Encourage discussion by asking who, what, when, where, why, and how.

Speech Structure

Introduction: Outlines main points and thesis of the speech.
Body: Contains supporting content and analysis to substantiate the thesis.

Reasoning Types

Inductive Reasoning: General conclusions derived from specific facts.
Deductive Reasoning: Moving from general observations to specific conclusions.

Communication Barriers

Communication Barriers: Obstacles that hinder effective communication, including attitudinal, social, educational, and cultural factors.

Persuasive Techniques

Emotional Appeal (Pathos): Persuasion through emotional resonance.
Ethical Appeal (Ethos): Credibility of the speaker influences effectiveness.

Rhetorical Devices

Allegory: Symbolic representation conveying deeper meanings, exemplified in literature.
Analogy: Uses familiar concepts to explain complex ideas.
Alliteration: Repetition of initial consonant sounds in a sequence of words.

Ethical Considerations

Kantian Ethics: Equal value assigned to means and ends; promotes mutual benefit.
Machiavellian Ethics: Ends justify the means; benefits some while disadvantaging others.
Nietzschean Ethics: Denies value in means and ends; leads to chaos without laws or communication.

Specific Speech Formats

Chronological Format: Arranged in time sequence.
Topical Format: Organized around a central topic with supporting points.
Problem-Solution Format: Introduces a problem followed by potential solutions.

Conclusion Techniques

Feedback: Responses from the audience reflecting understanding or opinion on the message.
Follow-up Questions: Explorative inquiries during interviews to delve deeper into topics that arise.

Communication and Society

Captive Audience: An audience that must attend, often in a formal setting.
Commemorative Speech: Honors significant events or individuals, evoking an inspirational tone.

These notes encapsulate essential concepts related to communication, types of speeches, ethical standards, listening styles, and the dynamics of effective interaction.

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Test your knowledge on various types of communication with these flashcards. Covering interpersonal, intrapersonal, small group, and public communication, this quiz helps you understand the fundamental concepts of effective communication. Perfect for students of Communication Applications.