Questions and Answers
What is communication?
A process of sharing and conveying messages or information with one person to another.
Which of the following is NOT an example of a communication channel?
What is a receiver in the context of communication?
The person whom the sender is communicating with.
Define feedback in communication.
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What are communication models?
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Communication is a one-way process.
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What is the role of a sender in communication?
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Schramm's model involves only one sender and one receiver.
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The ______ is the final concept of the idea formulated by the sender.
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Match the following elements with their definitions:
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Study Notes
Nature and Elements of Communication
- Communication is a process of sharing messages or information between individuals.
- Originates from the Latin word "comunicare," meaning “to share” or “to make common.”
- Utilizes verbal and nonverbal cues, including body language, facial expressions, and gestures to convey messages.
The Process of Communication
- Receiver: The individual who receives the message; responsible for translating words into thoughts and formulating a response.
- Feedback: The response of the receiver that can be verbal or nonverbal, such as nodding or body language.
Communication Models
- A communication model simplifies the communication process through visual representation.
- Models help identify potential barriers to effective communication and illustrate the roles of different elements.
- Key channels include written formats (print or digital), oral communication, and multimedia.
Types of Communication Model
- Linear Model: Describes one-way communication, where a sender transmits a message to a receiver without dialogue.
- Example of one-way communication: Radio broadcasting, where a message is sent to a large audience.
Schramm's Model
- Schramm's model emphasizes a continuous process involving encoding and decoding of messages.
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Components of Schramm's Model:
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Sender:
- Acts as an encoder by formulating the message.
- Transforms the encoded message into comprehensible language for the receiver.
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Receiver:
- Acts as a decoder by interpreting the received message and creating meaning.
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Sender:
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Description
Explore the fundamental aspects of communication in this quiz based on Lesson 1: Nature and Elements of Communication. Understand the processes involved, including verbal and non-verbal cues, as well as various channels like text messages and video conferences. Test your knowledge on how these elements interact in effective communication.
