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Which type of barrier is characterized by environmental challenges such as physical obstructions?
What type of barrier is caused by internal noise, such as anger or worry?
Which barrier is described as a 'language barrier' and involves differences in language understanding?
What type of barrier results from perceptions, ideologies, or values stemming from different cultures?
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Which barrier arises from physical factors such as hearing or speech impairments?
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What does the Latin root 'communicare' mean?
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Which role is responsible for creating and transmitting the message?
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What is the process of converting the message into words or actions called?
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What is the recipient of the message called?
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Which of the following is considered a key component of communication?
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Study Notes
What is Communication?
- Derived from the Latin word "communicare" meaning to impart, participate, or transmit.
- Root word "communic" emphasizes making common or sharing.
- Involves the process of sharing and conveying messages.
Examples of Communication
- Engaging in conversations with family and friends.
- Conducting transactions at a grocery store.
- Participating in class activities such as recitation.
The Elements of Communication
Sender or Speaker
- Acts as the source or originator of the message.
- Responsible for ideating, creating, encoding, and transmitting the message.
Message
- Represents information, ideas, or thoughts shared by the speaker.
Encoding
- The process of converting messages into words or actions for transmission.
Channel
- Refers to the mediums or means through which messages are transmitted.
Receiver
- The individual or entity that receives the message.
- Primed to decode the message and generate feedback.
Decoding
- The act of interpreting or making sense of the encoded message by the receiver.
Feedback
- The response provided by the receiver back to the sender.
- An essential component that completes the communication cycle.
Main Channels
- Communication can occur through spoken/verbal interactions or non-verbal cues.
Barriers to Communication
What is a Barrier?
- Conditions within the environment impacting the communication process.
- Factors that can delay both sending and receiving messages.
Types of Noise/Barriers
Physical
- The most apparent barrier, stemming from environmental challenges (e.g., mist or noise).
Psychological
- Internal distractions impairing focus, such as emotions like anger or anxiety.
Semantic
- Known as the "language barrier," arising from differences in language understanding (e.g., limited vocabulary).
Cultural
- Variations in perceptions, ideologies, and values influenced by different cultural backgrounds.
Physiological/Biological
- Barriers resulting from physical impairments (e.g., hearing or speech difficulties).
Attitudinal
- Arise from prejudices or stereotypes; misconceptions create barriers based on false assumptions.
Verbal Communication
- Involves language composed of symbols to represent ideas, objects, or concepts.
- Symbols used in verbal communication are not limited to letters; they include various symbolic representations.
Non-verbal Communication
- The generation of meaning through behaviors other than spoken or written words.
- Can include a range of communicative practices beyond language.
Kinds of Non-verbal Communication
- Kinesics: Involves physical movements and actions.
- Oculecsics: Pertains to eye contact or movement.
- Haptics: Involves touch or physical contact.
- Proxemics: Concerns the use of space and distance in communication.
- Chronemics: Relates to the perception and use of time.
- Vocalics: Encompasses variations in accent, loudness, tempo, pitch, and tone.
- Olfactics: Communicates meanings associated with smells or aromas.
- Color: Signifies meanings attributed to various colors or hues.
- Appearance: Involves physical features, grooming, and accessories expressing identity.
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Description
This quiz covers the basics of communication, including its definition, origin, and key elements. It explores how communication processes occur in everyday situations, like conversations and transactions. Test your understanding of these fundamental concepts in communication.
