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Which of the following best describes communication?
Which of the following best describes communication?
Communication is only important in professional settings and has little relevance in social interactions.
Communication is only important in professional settings and has little relevance in social interactions.
False
Name one of the functional definitions of communication mentioned.
Name one of the functional definitions of communication mentioned.
The transfer or conveying of meaning
What is one of the essential functions of communication as identified by Aristotle?
What is one of the essential functions of communication as identified by Aristotle?
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According to Claude Shannon, communication can be defined as 'one mind affecting __________.'
According to Claude Shannon, communication can be defined as 'one mind affecting __________.'
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Debate and discussion are only beneficial if the contending sides are under no pressure to conform.
Debate and discussion are only beneficial if the contending sides are under no pressure to conform.
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Match the definitions with their respective authors:
Match the definitions with their respective authors:
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Why is understanding communication important?
Why is understanding communication important?
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What type of communication occurs within an individual?
What type of communication occurs within an individual?
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Effective communication tools are not necessary for personal relationships.
Effective communication tools are not necessary for personal relationships.
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Communication acts can be classified into four kinds, one being ______.
Communication acts can be classified into four kinds, one being ______.
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What is one type of communication people engage in daily?
What is one type of communication people engage in daily?
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Match the type of communication with its description:
Match the type of communication with its description:
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Which of the following is NOT a medium through which communication provides entertainment?
Which of the following is NOT a medium through which communication provides entertainment?
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Communication hinders cultural promotion and preservation.
Communication hinders cultural promotion and preservation.
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What is the potential negative aspect of persuasion mentioned in the content?
What is the potential negative aspect of persuasion mentioned in the content?
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What distinguishes mass communication from interpersonal communication?
What distinguishes mass communication from interpersonal communication?
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Feedback in mass communication is similar to that in interpersonal communication.
Feedback in mass communication is similar to that in interpersonal communication.
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What is one of the general reasons why we communicate?
What is one of the general reasons why we communicate?
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The medium or channel in the communication process is responsible for _____ the message to the receiver.
The medium or channel in the communication process is responsible for _____ the message to the receiver.
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Match the communication components with their descriptions:
Match the communication components with their descriptions:
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Which of the following is NOT a medium of mass communication?
Which of the following is NOT a medium of mass communication?
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Mass communication requires large organizations and electronic devices to convey messages.
Mass communication requires large organizations and electronic devices to convey messages.
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What is the role of the sender in the communication process?
What is the role of the sender in the communication process?
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What is the primary goal of encoding in communication?
What is the primary goal of encoding in communication?
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Successful decoding does not depend on the decoder's knowledge and understanding.
Successful decoding does not depend on the decoder's knowledge and understanding.
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What is the purpose of feedback in communication?
What is the purpose of feedback in communication?
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The _______ is the individual or group that receives the message.
The _______ is the individual or group that receives the message.
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Match the communication channels with their characteristics:
Match the communication channels with their characteristics:
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Which of the following can lead to confusion during communication?
Which of the following can lead to confusion during communication?
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Context refers only to the immediate environment where communication occurs.
Context refers only to the immediate environment where communication occurs.
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What should a communicator consider before delivering a message?
What should a communicator consider before delivering a message?
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What is the main purpose of Lasswell’s model of communication?
What is the main purpose of Lasswell’s model of communication?
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The Shannon-Weaver model emphasizes that noise can have an impact on the communication process.
The Shannon-Weaver model emphasizes that noise can have an impact on the communication process.
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Which model of communication focuses solely on one-way communication?
Which model of communication focuses solely on one-way communication?
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Aristotle's model includes feedback as a crucial element of communication.
Aristotle's model includes feedback as a crucial element of communication.
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List the four steps in Berlo’s S-M-C-R model.
List the four steps in Berlo’s S-M-C-R model.
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What are the three elements identified by Aristotle that improve communication?
What are the three elements identified by Aristotle that improve communication?
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In the Shannon-Weaver model, the _______ is responsible for encoding the message.
In the Shannon-Weaver model, the _______ is responsible for encoding the message.
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Match the communication model to its feature:
Match the communication model to its feature:
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According to Lasswell's model, the component 'Who?' refers to the ______.
According to Lasswell's model, the component 'Who?' refers to the ______.
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What is analyzed in Lasswell's model under the 'Says What?' component?
What is analyzed in Lasswell's model under the 'Says What?' component?
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What unique aspect does Berlo’s S-M-C-R model provide?
What unique aspect does Berlo’s S-M-C-R model provide?
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The concept of feedback was initially part of the Shannon-Weaver model.
The concept of feedback was initially part of the Shannon-Weaver model.
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Match the following communication models with their characteristics:
Match the following communication models with their characteristics:
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What does the 'Effect' component in Lasswell's model analyze?
What does the 'Effect' component in Lasswell's model analyze?
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What role does 'noise' play in the communication process according to the Shannon-Weaver model?
What role does 'noise' play in the communication process according to the Shannon-Weaver model?
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The interactive models of communication consider the feedback element.
The interactive models of communication consider the feedback element.
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Study Notes
Communication Skills
- Communication is universal and central to human life, affecting all behaviour.
- Clear understanding of communication concepts is crucial.
- Core questions tackled include communication's meaning, importance, functioning/elements, and different types.
- Communication involves exchanging thoughts, ideas, and emotions for various needs (physical, emotional, or work-related).
- Communication is essential for society's survival.
- Communication can be diverse, including dreaming, talking, arguing, reading, watching TV, etc.
Meaning and Definition
- Communication is the transfer or conveying of meaning.
- It involves one mind affecting another.
- It's a dynamic process, not a static act, towards a desired goal, involving sharing ideas, information, knowledge, attitudes, and feelings.
- Effective communication involves a shared understanding through interaction between individuals using verbal or nonverbal channels.
- Communication involves giving, receiving, or exchanging information by writing, speech, or visual means, ensuring comprehension.
Functions of Communication
- Information: Provides knowledge about the environment (e.g., war, crises).
- Instruction: Educates, socialises, and equips individuals with knowledge and skills.
- Entertainment: Diverts from monotony and revitalises personality.
- Persuasion: Influences others' decisions and beliefs, including policies.
- Debate and Discussion: Clarifies various viewpoints and fosters consensus.
- Cultural Promotion: Preserves and promotes culture through creative expression.
- Integration: Fosters understanding and respect among individuals and cultures.
Kinds of Communication
- Intrapersonal: Communication with oneself (e.g., contemplation).
- Interpersonal: Communication between two individuals (e.g., face-to-face interaction).
- Group: Communication involving numerous people (e.g., meetings).
- Mass: Communication targeting large audiences (e.g., media).
Communication Models
- Linear Model: One-directional message transfer (sender to receiver).
- Interactional Model: Two-way communication with feedback. Involves both sender and receiver.
- Transactional Model: Two-way communication impacting each other. Feedback and roles constantly change. Includes consideration of environment, factors, and feedback in communication.
- Shannon-Weaver Model: Emphasizes the encoding/decoding process and role of noise/disturbances.
- Berlo's S-M-C-R Model: Considers the source, message, channel, and receiver. The quality of communication depends on source, message, channel, and receiver.
- Osgood-Schramm Model: Recognizes equal roles of sender and receiver and the real-time nature of encoding, decoding, and interpretation.
- Westley and Maclean Model: Acknowledges the impact of feedback and environmental, cultural, and personal factors in communication.
- Dance's Helical Model: Represents communication as a continuing spiral of increasing complexity, influenced by feedback and ongoing contexts/information.
- Barnlund's Model: Focuses on private and public cues (environmental and personal) impacting communication in real time.
Communication Process Elements
- Source: Initiating element of communication.
- Encoding: Converting ideas into a form that can be conveyed.
- Channel: The medium through which information is conveyed.
- Decoding: Interpretation of the message.
- Receiver: Individual who receives the message.
- Feedback: A response to the conveyed message.
- Context: Situation in which communication occurs.
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Test your knowledge of communication concepts that are essential to human interaction. This quiz covers the meaning, importance, and types of communication, as well as the dynamics involved in effective exchanges. Discover how communication shapes behavior and society.
