Communication Process Quiz

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What is the meaning of the Latin word 'communicare'?

To speak loudly

To share or to divide out (correct)

To ignore

To listen attentively

In communication, who are the two main actors that work together?

Listener and speaker

Writer and editor

Actor and director

Sender and receiver (correct)

Which type of communication happens through sign, symbols, colors, gestures, and body languages?

Visual communication

Nonverbal communication (correct)

Written communication

Oral communication

What does written communication mainly involve?

Expressed through written words like sign language Signup and view all the answers

Which element of communication refers to the response that the sender wanted the receiver to have?

Feedback Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for communication that happens through word of mouth, spoken words, and conversations?

Oral communication Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of technology literacy?

Manipulating technology independently Signup and view all the answers

What is a key aspect of responsible use of media and information in the 21st century?

Keeping your password safe Signup and view all the answers

Which age is characterized by the harnessing of electricity and the emergence of long-distance communication efficiency?

Electronic Age Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes the New (Digital) Age from the previous ages mentioned in the text?

Use of microelectronics Signup and view all the answers

In which age did people primarily rely on the power of streams and develop machine tools?

Industrial Age Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes media in the 21st century from its traditional role?

Bridging cultural, political, and social differences Signup and view all the answers

Which communication model emphasizes the relationship between surroundings, responses, and the communication process?

Westley and Maclean’s communication model Signup and view all the answers

In David Berlo’s communication model, which of the following is NOT one of the elements influencing communicators?

Media literacy Signup and view all the answers

Which communication model emphasizes the effective communication between sender and receiver?

Shannon Weaver’s communication model Signup and view all the answers

According to Mcquail's book, what is a model in the context of mass communication?

A representation of a dynamic process in verbal form Signup and view all the answers

Which element is highlighted by media literacy?

Communication skills Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of communication does the Osgood-Schramm's communication model emphasize?

Feedback mechanism Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Communication

Communication originates from the Latin word "communicare," meaning to share or divide out.
It is a process of sharing ideas and opinions to gain common understanding between persons through various channels.

Types of Communication

Verbal communication: occurs through verbal, vocal, or written words, conveying a message.
Non-verbal communication: occurs without spoken words, conversation, or written languages, using signs, symbols, colors, gestures, body languages, or facial expressions.
Verbal communication has two sub-types: oral communication (through spoken words, conversations) and written communication (through written words or signs).

Communication Model

The communication model consists of:
- Source (sender)
- Message
- Medium
- Receiver
- Effect
- Feedback
- Noise (or barriers)

Elements of Communication

Sender
Message
Receiver
Medium
Feedback

Communication Models

Laswell's communication model: SMMRE
Shannon Weaver's communication model: SENDRF
Osgood-Schramm's communication model: EID-M-DIE (circular model)
Westley and Maclean's communication model: considers surroundings, responses, and communication process
David Berlo's communication model: SMCR (affects how communicators are influenced)

Communication Skills

Knowledge
Attitudes
Social system
Media and information literacy (necessary skills for interacting with different media platforms and accessing information globally)

Media and Information Literacy

Media literacy: understanding media functions
Information literacy: acquiring data or facts related to media information
Technology literacy: skill of manipulating technology independently or with assistance

Responsible Use of Media and Information

Ensure personal information safety
Get permission
Think before you click
Keep your password safe
Spread positivity

Evolution of Media

Pre-industrial age (before 1700): cave paintings, clay tablets, papyrus
Industrial age (1700-1930): telegraph, typewriter, telephone, printing press for mass production
Electronic age (1930-1980): transistor radio, television, mainframe computer, old and LCD projector
New (digital) age (1990-2000): use of microelectronics, internet, portable laptop, Friendster, internet explorer, Skype, Google, smart phones, digital technology

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Test your knowledge on the communication process, including the roles of sender and receiver, feedback, and effective communication. Explore how ideas and opinions are shared to achieve common understanding.