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What is communication?
What is communication?
The process of transmitting information and common understanding from one person to another.
The Latin words related to communication are 'Communis' and _____ .
The Latin words related to communication are 'Communis' and _____ .
communicare
What are the two categories of barriers/noise in communication?
What are the two categories of barriers/noise in communication?
Internal and External
Which of the following is NOT an element of communication?
Which of the following is NOT an element of communication?
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Communication is a one-way process.
Communication is a one-way process.
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What percentage of communication is made up of verbal communication?
What percentage of communication is made up of verbal communication?
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What is the primary mode of nonverbal communication?
What is the primary mode of nonverbal communication?
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Match the following elements of communication with their definitions:
Match the following elements of communication with their definitions:
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Study Notes
Function, Nature, and Process of Communication
- Communication is the process of transmitting information and fostering mutual understanding between individuals.
- Rooted in Latin terms "communis" (common) and "communicare" (to make common).
- Key components of communication include Sender, Receiver, Message, Channel, Feedback, and Barriers/Noise.
Components of Communication
- Sender: The individual who encodes the message.
- Receiver: The individual responsible for decoding the message.
- Message: Central element of communication; the core information being transmitted.
- Channel: The medium used to convey the message (oral or written).
- Feedback: The response that completes the communication loop.
- Barrier/Noise: Interfering elements that hinder effective communication; categorized as internal (personal attitudes) and external (environmental distractions).
- Communicative Situation/Context: Setting or environment in which communication occurs.
- Encoding: The process of converting information from one communication system to another.
- Decoding: The interpretation or recognition of the received message.
Nature of Communication
- Characterized as a process that is two-way, expressive through words and actions, systematic, interactive, and transactional.
- Effective communication requires ongoing feedback and clarification.
Types of Communication
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Verbal Communication:
- Comprises spoken and written forms.
- Divided into formal and informal categories.
- Represents 35% of communication effectiveness.
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Nonverbal Communication:
- Accounts for approximately 65% of communication and includes:
- Chronemics: The role of time in communication (punctuality, patience).
- Haptics: Communication through touch, conveying emotions.
- Kinesics: Physical movements and gestures.
- Paralanguage: Vocal qualities (tone, pitch) accompanying verbal messages.
- Proxemics: The use of personal space in communication.
- Artifacts: Objects and personal items that convey information or identity.
- Oculesics: Communication through eye contact.
- Accounts for approximately 65% of communication and includes:
Communication in the New Normal
- Changes in communication dynamics due to societal shifts have impacted emotional expression, emphasizing the importance of facial cues and upper facial expressions.
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Description
Explore the fundamental aspects of communication, including its definition, key components, and the various barriers that can affect effective interaction. Understand the roles of the sender, receiver, and the importance of feedback in the communication loop. This quiz will enhance your grasp of how communication functions in different contexts.
