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What percentage of communication is accounted for by the relationship level?
What percentage of communication is accounted for by the relationship level?
Which of the following is NOT a category of communication barriers?
Which of the following is NOT a category of communication barriers?
What type of noise is defined as thoughts and feelings that interfere with meaning during communication?
What type of noise is defined as thoughts and feelings that interfere with meaning during communication?
What does completeness in communication mean?
What does completeness in communication mean?
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Which barrier arises from the differences in languages or meanings?
Which barrier arises from the differences in languages or meanings?
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Which statement is true regarding effective communication?
Which statement is true regarding effective communication?
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How do cultural barriers impact communication?
How do cultural barriers impact communication?
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Which of the following best describes conciseness in communication?
Which of the following best describes conciseness in communication?
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What does culture encompass in a society?
What does culture encompass in a society?
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Which statement correctly distinguishes between truth and opinion?
Which statement correctly distinguishes between truth and opinion?
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Which of the following best describes bias?
Which of the following best describes bias?
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What characterizes a fallacy in an argument?
What characterizes a fallacy in an argument?
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What is an example of Argumentum ad Baculum?
What is an example of Argumentum ad Baculum?
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What does Argumentum Ad Hominem attack?
What does Argumentum Ad Hominem attack?
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Which type of bias is known as the correspondence bias or attribute effect?
Which type of bias is known as the correspondence bias or attribute effect?
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What is a key feature that distinguishes explanations from beliefs?
What is a key feature that distinguishes explanations from beliefs?
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What does 'consideration' in communication refer to?
What does 'consideration' in communication refer to?
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Why is 'concreteness' important in communication?
Why is 'concreteness' important in communication?
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What does the term 'courtesy' imply in effective communication?
What does the term 'courtesy' imply in effective communication?
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Which aspect of communication focuses on using appropriate language for the situation?
Which aspect of communication focuses on using appropriate language for the situation?
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What characterizes the stage of 'integration' in the development of intercultural communication?
What characterizes the stage of 'integration' in the development of intercultural communication?
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At which stage of Bennett's model do individuals begin to appreciate cultural differences in behaviors and values?
At which stage of Bennett's model do individuals begin to appreciate cultural differences in behaviors and values?
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What is meant by 'vividness' in the context of communication?
What is meant by 'vividness' in the context of communication?
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What does 'non-verbal communication' involve?
What does 'non-verbal communication' involve?
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What is the main purpose of the encoding process in communication?
What is the main purpose of the encoding process in communication?
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Which of the following is an example of non-verbal communication?
Which of the following is an example of non-verbal communication?
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What role does feedback play in the communication process?
What role does feedback play in the communication process?
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Which element is not considered a barrier to communication?
Which element is not considered a barrier to communication?
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Which function of communication encourages people to change opinions or attitudes?
Which function of communication encourages people to change opinions or attitudes?
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What does the term 'channel' refer to in the communication process?
What does the term 'channel' refer to in the communication process?
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In communication, what does decoding involve?
In communication, what does decoding involve?
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Which of the following forms of communication is not typically considered written?
Which of the following forms of communication is not typically considered written?
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Study Notes
Definition of Communication
- Communication involves sharing and conveying messages between individuals across various channels, contexts, media, and cultures.
Forms of Communication
- Written: Includes letters, SMS, emails, text messages, road signs, and billboard signs.
- Spoken Language: Utilizes verbal exchanges through oral communication.
- Actions: Comprises gestures, postures, facial expressions, and sign languages.
Characteristics of Communication
- Active participation from both sender and receiver.
- Two-way process involving encoding, transmission, and decoding of messages.
- Encoding: Transforming thoughts into communicable forms.
- Transmission: Delivery of communication via a medium.
- Decoding: Interpretation of the encoded message by the receiver.
Elements of Communication
- Source: Origin of messages, ideas, or emotions.
- Channel: Medium used to deliver the message.
- Message: Contains information or emotions intended for the receiver.
- Receiver: Recipient or target audience of the communication.
- Feedback: Response or information provided back to the sender.
- Context: Environment in which communication occurs.
- Barrier: Factors that hinder effective communication, including physical, psychological, and physiological obstacles.
Functions of Communication
- Control and Regulation: Governs behavior through directives.
- Social Interaction: Facilitates connections and interactions among individuals.
- Motivation: Persuades changes in opinions, attitudes, or behaviors.
- Emotional Expression: Aids in expressing a range of feelings.
- Information Dissemination: Distributes and conveys important information.
Breakdown in Communication
- Often observed as a metaphorical iceberg where factual content is just the tip (10%), and relational dimensions make up the bulk (90%).
- Breakdown occurs when messages are misinterpreted.
Effective Communication
- Involves listening, understanding, and acting upon received messages.
- Four categories of barriers to communication include:
- Physical Barriers: Environmental conditions impeding message delivery.
- Psychological Barriers: Social or personal issues affecting communication.
- Cultural Barriers: Conflicts arising from differing values, beliefs, and traditions.
- Linguistic Barriers: Variations in language that alter message interpretation.
Strategies to Avoid Communication Breakdown
- Recognize and address cultural, physical, psychological, and linguistic barriers to enhance clarity and effectiveness in communication.
Features of Effective Communication (7 C’s)
- Completeness: Include all necessary information for the receiver's response.
- Conciseness: Be straightforward and to the point.
- Consideration: Acknowledge the audience’s background and context.
- Concreteness: Use factual evidence and examples to illustrate points.
- Courtesy: Show respect for the audience’s values and beliefs.
- Clarity: Utilize clear and specific language.
- Correctness: Minimize negative impacts and enhance credibility.
Intercultural Communication
- Involves interaction among individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds, necessitating knowledge and skill in navigating cultural differences.
Development of Intercultural Communication (6 Stages)
- Denial: Ignorance of cultural differences.
- Defense: Recognition of differences but feeling intimidated or superior.
- Minimization: Emphasis on universal concepts over cultural uniqueness.
- Acceptance: Appreciation of significant cultural distinctions.
- Adaptation: Openness to new cultural perspectives.
- Integration: Blending multiple cultural viewpoints into interactions.
Factors Influencing Communication
- Culture: Characteristics and norms learned within specific groups.
- Age, Gender, Social Status, Religion: Various dimensions affecting communication perceptions and interactions, ensuring no discrimination based on these factors.
Determining Truth
- Truth is validated through justification, factual basis, consensus, and accepted actions.
Distinguishing Truth from Opinion
- Conclusions are based on facts; beliefs express personal convictions, while explanations provide reasoning for claims.
Fallacies and Biases
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Fallacies: Misleading arguments, including:
- Ad hominem: Attacking the individual rather than the argument.
- Appeal to Force: Coercing acceptance through threats.
- Appeal to Emotion: Convincing through emotional manipulation.
- Appeal to Popularity: Relying on majority acceptance to validate a claim.
- Biases: Personal influences affecting perceptions; for instance, correspondence bias misjudges personality based on actions without considering external factors.
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Test your knowledge on the levels and barriers of communication. This quiz covers fundamental concepts such as relationship levels, types of noise, and effective communication practices. Challenge yourself to understand the key elements that can hinder effective communication.