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In the context of communication models, what is the most significant difference between the linear and interactive models?
In the context of communication models, what is the most significant difference between the linear and interactive models?
- The linear model includes a sender and a receiver, whereas the interactive model only includes a sender.
- The interactive model incorporates feedback, making it a two-way process, while the linear model is a one-way process focused on transmission. (correct)
- The linear model is focused on physical context, while the interactive model considers psychological context.
- The interactive model assumes communication is linear and static, whereas the linear model accounts for dynamism of real-life communication.
Which of the following scenarios best exemplifies the application of the transactional model of communication?
Which of the following scenarios best exemplifies the application of the transactional model of communication?
- A radio broadcast where a DJ plays music and provides commentary without direct listener feedback.
- A face-to-face conversation where participants simultaneously exchange verbal and non-verbal cues, adapting to each other in real-time. (correct)
- An email exchange where messages are sent back and forth with a delay, allowing time for consideration and response.
- A public speech where a speaker delivers a prepared message to an audience with limited interaction.
How does the concept of 'field of experience' in the interactive model of communication influence the communication process?
How does the concept of 'field of experience' in the interactive model of communication influence the communication process?
- It quantifies the effect of psychological contexts.
- It acknowledges that both participants are senders and receivers at the same time.
- It introduces the idea that shared understanding between sender and receiver affects how messages are interpreted. (correct)
- It ensures messages are encoded and decoded accurately, minimizing the impact of noise.
What is the primary limitation of the linear model of communication in modern communication contexts?
What is the primary limitation of the linear model of communication in modern communication contexts?
In the transactional model, what role do past experiences and relationships play in the communication process?
In the transactional model, what role do past experiences and relationships play in the communication process?
Which element is uniquely emphasized in the transactional model of communication compared to both linear and interactive models?
Which element is uniquely emphasized in the transactional model of communication compared to both linear and interactive models?
How do social norms, as part of the social context in the transactional model, affect communication?
How do social norms, as part of the social context in the transactional model, affect communication?
In what way does the interactive model improve upon the linear model in representing the communication process?
In what way does the interactive model improve upon the linear model in representing the communication process?
Given the limitations of the linear model, in what scenarios might it still be considered an adequate representation of communication?
Given the limitations of the linear model, in what scenarios might it still be considered an adequate representation of communication?
How could cultural context potentially introduce noise within the communication process in the transactional model?
How could cultural context potentially introduce noise within the communication process in the transactional model?
In the context of communication models, what does 'noise' primarily refer to?
In the context of communication models, what does 'noise' primarily refer to?
Which of the following best describes the role of feedback in the interactive model of communication?
Which of the following best describes the role of feedback in the interactive model of communication?
How does adopting a transactional model of communication change the responsibility of participants in a conversation?
How does adopting a transactional model of communication change the responsibility of participants in a conversation?
If two people from different cultural backgrounds are engaging in a conversation, which aspect of the transactional model is most likely to influence their interaction?
If two people from different cultural backgrounds are engaging in a conversation, which aspect of the transactional model is most likely to influence their interaction?
Which of the characteristics below is NOT a component of the transactional model of communication?
Which of the characteristics below is NOT a component of the transactional model of communication?
What critical element does the interactive model introduce that is absent in the linear model of communication?
What critical element does the interactive model introduce that is absent in the linear model of communication?
Why might the linear model of communication be seen as oversimplified in the context of modern, digitally-mediated communication?
Why might the linear model of communication be seen as oversimplified in the context of modern, digitally-mediated communication?
In what way can understanding different communication models (linear, interactive, transactional) inform a manager's approach to internal organizational communication?
In what way can understanding different communication models (linear, interactive, transactional) inform a manager's approach to internal organizational communication?
How do psychological factors like stress, anxiety, and emotions affect the communication process, as emphasized in the interactive model?
How do psychological factors like stress, anxiety, and emotions affect the communication process, as emphasized in the interactive model?
What distinguishes the transactional model from interactive and linear models?
What distinguishes the transactional model from interactive and linear models?
What does the inclusion of “noise” in communication models primarily account for?
What does the inclusion of “noise” in communication models primarily account for?
In the context of communication models, why is understanding the 'field of experience' important?
In the context of communication models, why is understanding the 'field of experience' important?
If a company aims to foster a collaborative environment, which communication model would be most effective to adopt and why?
If a company aims to foster a collaborative environment, which communication model would be most effective to adopt and why?
Consider a scenario where an individual sends an email. Using the models, what aspects are emphasized?
Consider a scenario where an individual sends an email. Using the models, what aspects are emphasized?
What would be the most challenging scenario for applying the linear model?
What would be the most challenging scenario for applying the linear model?
How does an understanding of linear, interactive, and transactional models inform our approach to cross-cultural collaboration, aiming for inclusivity and understanding?
How does an understanding of linear, interactive, and transactional models inform our approach to cross-cultural collaboration, aiming for inclusivity and understanding?
What advantages does the transactional model have?
What advantages does the transactional model have?
Which of the following best represents the context where the interactive model effectively describes communication?
Which of the following best represents the context where the interactive model effectively describes communication?
Flashcards
Communication Models
Communication Models
Conceptual frameworks used to explain human communication processes, emphasizing different aspects.
Linear Model of Communication
Linear Model of Communication
A one-way communication process involving a sender, message, channel, and receiver, focusing on information transmission accuracy.
Noise in Communication
Noise in Communication
Interference that distorts the message in the linear model of communication, affecting accuracy.
Interactive Model of Communication
Interactive Model of Communication
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"Field of Experience"
"Field of Experience"
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Physical Context
Physical Context
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Psychological Context
Psychological Context
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Transactional Model
Transactional Model
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Social Context
Social Context
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Relational Context
Relational Context
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Cultural Context
Cultural Context
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Study Notes
Chapter 2: Communication Types
- This chapter discusses models of communication and types of communication.
Models of Communication
- Communication models explain the process of communication, describing how communication works and emphasizing different aspects.
- These models simplify complex communication processes.
- Key components: sender, receiver, message, channel, noise, and feedback.
1-Transmission (Linear) Model
- Proposed by Shannon and Weaver in 1949.
- Linear communication is a one-way process.
- It involves a sender, message, channel, and receiver.
- Focuses on the transmission of information and the accuracy of the message.
- Builds on Aristotle's work, including a speaker, message, and hearer.
- Includes the concept of "noise" as interference that distorts the message.
- Communication flows from: Sender encodes the message, transmits through channel, receiver decodes message.
- Limitations: Ignores feedback and the interactive nature; assumes communication is linear and static.
- Real-world applications: TV and radio broadcasts, public speeches, and advertisements.
- A radio announcer encodes a verbal message, transmits it via radio waves, and it's decoded by the listener.
2-Interactive Model
- Proposed by Schramm in 1954.
- Communication is a two-way process.
- Includes feedback, making it more dynamic with physical and psychological contexts.
- Emphasizes both sender and receiver in encoding and decoding.
- Introduces "field of experience" as shared understanding between sender and receiver.
- Communication flows from: Sender transmits message, receiver gives feedback, then back to sender.
- Limitations: Still somewhat linear; doesn't fully capture real-world complexity.
- Examples of feedback may include a class discussion or a conversation with a roommate regarding the location of the phone remote.
- In this model there are two sender-receivers who exchange messages
- This model is less focused on the message and more focused on the interaction itself, and how the communication process works.
- Physical context includes environmental factors like layout, temperature, or lighting.
- Psychological context includes mental and emotional factors like stress, anxiety, and emotions.
- Real-world applications: Email and text messaging, online chat conversations, and classroom discussions.
3-Transaction Model
- Proposed by Barnlund in 1970.
- It is a continuous and simultaneous exchange of messages (not in turns).
- Acknowledges that both participants are senders and receivers at the same time.
- Context (social, cultural, and relational) influences communication.
- Noise and nonverbal signals (gestures, expressions) affect meaning.
- Recognizes that communication is influenced by past experiences and relationships.
- Components: Sender/Receiver sends Message sends to Receiver/Sender, then the process is simultaneous
- Captures complexity and dynamism with real-life communication.
- Accounts for non-verbal cues and environmental factors.
- Real-world applications: Face-to-face conversations, video calls and meetings, and group discussions.
- Social context refers to the stated or unstated norms that guide communication.
- Relational context includes the previous interpersonal history and type of relationship we have.
- Cultural context includes various aspects of identities such as race, gender, nationality, ethnicity, sexual orientation, class, and ability.
- This model is influenced by numerous aspects of our identities and is not limited to race or ethnicity.
Comparison Between Models
- Linear Model follows a one-way direction, and does not include feedback or context.
- Interactive Model follows a two-way direction, and includes feedback and context.
- Transaction Model follows a simultaneous exchange, and includes continuous feedback and highly important context.
- Real world applications of the Linear Model includes Media and Speeches.
- Real world applications of the Interactive Model includes Emails and Chats.
- Real world applications of the Transactional Model includes Conversations and Meetings.
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