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What is the primary purpose of effective communication?
What is the primary purpose of effective communication?
Which element of communication is responsible for the reaction of the receiver?
Which element of communication is responsible for the reaction of the receiver?
What type of communication does the story of the Prodigal Son exemplify?
What type of communication does the story of the Prodigal Son exemplify?
What is the role of the listener in effective communication?
What is the role of the listener in effective communication?
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Which biblical character's conversation with Jesus Christ exemplifies external communication?
Which biblical character's conversation with Jesus Christ exemplifies external communication?
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What is a requirement for the speaker in effective communication?
What is a requirement for the speaker in effective communication?
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Study Notes
Definition of Communication
- Communication is the process of sending and receiving information, feelings, and ideas between individuals for mutual benefit.
- Effective communication occurs when both parties send and receive messages clearly.
Purpose of Communication
- Providing information
- Sharing feelings
- Persuasion
- Motivating others
- Entertainment
Elements of Communication
- Sender/Speaker: the person providing information
- Receiver/Listener: the person receiving the message
- Message: the information being transferred
- Feedback: the receiver's reaction
Examples of Communication from the Bible
- Internal communication: The Prodigal Son's internal dialogue (Luke 15:17-19)
- External communication: Jesus Christ's conversations with the Samaritan woman, Zacchaeus, Nicodemus, and others
General Requirements of Effective Communication
Speaker
- Show interest in the listener
- Use language that is understandable and appreciated by the listener
- Consider the listener's feelings
- Choose the right time and place to speak
- Understand the listener's nature
Listener
- Show interest in what they hear
- Summarize what they heard
- Assure the speaker that they are understood
- Avoid giving opinions until the speaker has finished
- Avoid distractions (e.g., using a cell phone)
- Avoid interrupting
Obstacles of Communication
- Lack of interest in the other person
- Inconsistent body language
- Prejudice and assumptions
- Different goals between the speaker and listener
- Unfamiliar language
- Personal differences (e.g., thinking or culture)
- Lack of trust
- Disinterest of either party
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Understand the fundamental concepts of communication, including its purpose and key elements. Learn how to send and receive information effectively.
