20 Questions
Effective communication occurs when the receiver gives a proper response to the message conveyed.
True
Communication is a static and solitary process.
False
Organizational communication only occurs within a single department.
False
Communication skills are important for survival in the real world environment.
True
Afoloyan & Newsum's book 'The Use of English Communication Skills for University Students' was published in 1986.
True
Effective communication occurs when the receiver gives a proper response to the message conveyed.
True
Communication Skills Unit aims to impart knowledge, attitudes, and skills for University academic pursuit.
True
The course schedule for CCS-001 includes Public speaking and oral presentation skills.
True
[email protected] is the email for the lecturer of the Communication Skills and Studies course.
True
Students are expected to exhibit mastery and knowledge of each communication skill area through class participation.
True
Communication is the process of transmitting information and messages from one point to another for the purpose of eliciting action actions that will accomplish a specific goal.
True
Osgood et al. (1957) defined communication as the process of transmitting information primarily through symbols.
True
Effective communication occurs when someone achieves the desired level of objective through communication.
True
Organizational communication only occurs between individuals and groups within a single department.
False
Encouraging creative and critical thinking can help achieve effective communication.
True
Dr. D. Omollo-Odhiambo is the lecturer for the Communication Skills and Studies course at the University of Nairobi.
True
The course schedule for CCS-001 includes Academic Listening Skills.
False
The aim of the Communication Skills Unit is to equip students with communication skills suitable only for academic purposes.
False
The final summative examination for CCS-001 is for one hour in each skill area taught.
False
The Communication Skills Unit includes instruction in Academic Writing Skills and Functional Writing Skills.
True
Study Notes
Communication Definition
- Communication is the process of transmitting information and messages from one point to another for the purpose of eliciting action that will accomplish a specific goal.
- Effective communication occurs when someone achieves the desired level of objective through communication.
Communication Skills Unit
- Aims to impart knowledge, attitudes, and skills for University academic pursuit.
- Includes instruction in Public speaking, Oral presentation skills, Academic Listening Skills, Academic Writing Skills, and Functional Writing Skills.
Course Schedule and Assessment
- Course schedule for CCS-001 includes Public speaking and oral presentation skills, and Academic Listening Skills.
- Final summative examination for CCS-001 is for one hour in each skill area taught.
Lecturer and Contact Information
- Dr. D. Omollo-Odhiambo is the lecturer for the Communication Skills and Studies course at the University of Nairobi.
- [email protected] is the email for the lecturer.
Importance of Communication Skills
- Communication skills are important for survival in the real world environment.
- Encouraging creative and critical thinking can help achieve effective communication.
Reference
- Osgood et al. (1957) defined communication as the process of transmitting information primarily through symbols.
- Afoloyan & Newsum's book 'The Use of English Communication Skills for University Students' was published in 1986.
Learn about communication skills from Dr. D. Omollo-Odhiambo, a lecturer at the University of Nairobi. This lecture aims to equip students with essential communication strategies and knowledge.
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