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What role does the sender play in the communication process?
What role does the sender play in the communication process?
- The sender provides feedback.
- The sender interprets the message.
- The sender initiates the exchange of ideas. (correct)
- The sender adjusts the medium of communication.
Which of the following is NOT a factor the sender must consider in the communication process?
Which of the following is NOT a factor the sender must consider in the communication process?
- Language proficiency
- Physical environment (correct)
- Cognitive ability
- Social status
According to the KISS principle, the sender should aim to:
According to the KISS principle, the sender should aim to:
- Keep it short and simple. (correct)
- Keep the focus on the sender's ideas.
- Keep information complex and detailed.
- Keep the communication friendly.
What aspect of the sender's attitude is crucial for effective communication?
What aspect of the sender's attitude is crucial for effective communication?
What happens if there's a problem with any element of the communication process?
What happens if there's a problem with any element of the communication process?
How can the sender confirm that the message has been received correctly?
How can the sender confirm that the message has been received correctly?
Which of these is considered an ingredient of the communication process?
Which of these is considered an ingredient of the communication process?
Which factor influences the sender's ability to convey a message effectively?
Which factor influences the sender's ability to convey a message effectively?
What role does the decoder play in the communication process?
What role does the decoder play in the communication process?
Which method can enhance the effectiveness of communication by involving the decoder?
Which method can enhance the effectiveness of communication by involving the decoder?
What must a decoder do to ensure effective communication?
What must a decoder do to ensure effective communication?
Which of the following is not a suggested approach to assess the effectiveness of communication?
Which of the following is not a suggested approach to assess the effectiveness of communication?
Why is the choice of medium/channel important in communication?
Why is the choice of medium/channel important in communication?
What is the expected result of using formative evaluation in communication?
What is the expected result of using formative evaluation in communication?
What condition must the decoder fulfill for effective communication?
What condition must the decoder fulfill for effective communication?
In terms of feedback, which approach should be avoided to maintain effective communication?
In terms of feedback, which approach should be avoided to maintain effective communication?
What is meant by 'noise' in communication?
What is meant by 'noise' in communication?
Which of the following is considered a form of physical/environmental noise?
Which of the following is considered a form of physical/environmental noise?
Physiological noise primarily refers to disturbances caused by what?
Physiological noise primarily refers to disturbances caused by what?
Which of the following factors would contribute to psychological noise?
Which of the following factors would contribute to psychological noise?
What is a key feature of the demonstration method in teaching?
What is a key feature of the demonstration method in teaching?
How do audio-visual aids primarily benefit a lecture method?
How do audio-visual aids primarily benefit a lecture method?
Which communication method emphasizes interactive dialogue among participants?
Which communication method emphasizes interactive dialogue among participants?
What is a common pitfall when using the lecture method?
What is a common pitfall when using the lecture method?
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Study Notes
The Sender
- The sender is the person who initiates the communication process.
- The sender determines the content, delivery method, and assessment approach of the information.
- To ensure successful communication, the sender should:
- Understand the receiver's level and tailor the information accordingly.
- Communicate clearly and concisely.
- Demonstrate a desire to reach the receiver through attitude.
- Seek feedback to verify message comprehension.
- To achieve these points, the sender should consider the receiver's:
- Language proficiency
- Cognitive ability
- Social status
- Aspirations
- Learning styles
- Psychological situation
- Family structure.
- The sender should apply the KISS principle (Keep It Short and Simple) to make the information as easy as possible to understand.
- The sender's attitude towards the receiver should be friendly and warm.
The Message
- The message is the information, task, content, or subject matter intended for the receiver. This can include knowledge, attitudes, values, beliefs, and skills.
- The message should be accurate and sufficient.
The Channel
- The channel is the medium through which the message is conveyed to the receiver. This can be oral, written, non-verbal, or through media like radio, television, overhead projectors, and films.
Noise
- Noise refers to obstacles that interfere with the fidelity of communication, preventing the receiver from understanding the message as intended.
- Noise can be physical/environmental, physiological, and psychological.
- Physical/Environmental Noise: Disturbing sounds from the immediate surroundings, like radio sets, markets, machinery, vehicles, etc.
- Physiological Noise: Ill health in the sender or receiver, such as headaches, stomach disorders, body pains.
- Psychological Noise: Unfavorable state of mind in the sender or receiver, including fatigue, depression, annoyance, and lack of enthusiasm.
- Noise from the sender can result from:
- Poor preparation
- Lack of knowledge of the topic
- Incorrect medium selection
- Distracting mannerisms
- Inadequate language skills
- Insensitivity to the receiver
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