Communication Unit 1

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Which of the following platforms is primarily designed for video communication?

Skype (correct)

Facebook

Gmail

Twitter

What is the purpose of the 'Decoder' in the E-mediated Communication Model?

To interpret and understand received messages. (correct)

To log user interactions.

To send messages to recipients.

To generate feedback.

Which of the following is a social networking service (SNS) listed in the model?

Instagram (correct)

Google Hangouts

Medium.com

Gmail

In what context would you use a blog according to the model?

Publishing long-form content for readers. Signup and view all the answers

Which of these platforms is categorized under 'Calls' in the model?

FaceTime Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'communication' primarily refer to?

The sharing of meaning through symbols Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT an elemental component of communication?

Interference Signup and view all the answers

In which model of communication is the emphasis placed on the speaker and the audience?

Aristotle’s Model Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of encoding in the communication process?

To convert ideas into symbols Signup and view all the answers

How does the feedback element influence communication?

It indicates the effectiveness of the message Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the context in which communication takes place?

Physical and social settings influencing communication Signup and view all the answers

What role does the receiver play in the communication process?

They interpret and decode the messages received Signup and view all the answers

Which communication model includes a focus on the transmission of information from sender to receiver?

Linear Model Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the source in Berlo's SMCR model?

To encode the message Signup and view all the answers

Which element is not included in Lasswell's communication model?

Decoder Signup and view all the answers

In Shannon and Weaver's model of communication, what does noise refer to?

An obstruction in the transmission of the signal Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the role of interpreters in Osgood and Schramm's model?

Analyze and interpret the received message Signup and view all the answers

Which model first introduced the concept of encoding and decoding in communication?

Berlo's SMCR model Signup and view all the answers

In Dean C. Barnlund's transactional model, communication is viewed as:

An interactive process where both parties communicate simultaneously Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of communication does Eugene White's model primarily focus on?

The decoding process Signup and view all the answers

What is a key limitation of the Shannon and Weaver model?

It does not account for feedback Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Introduction to Communication

Communication originates from the Latin word "communis," meaning common or public, and "communicare," which means to share or impart.
The evolution of the term includes influences from Old French (communicaci) and late Middle English (communicate).

Definitions of Communication

Grice and Skinner describe it as "the sharing of meaning by sending and receiving symbolic cues."
Samovar, Porter, and McDaniel emphasize it as a "dynamic process where people share their internal states using symbols."
Dunn and Goodnight highlight it as an "interdependent process of sending, receiving, and understanding messages."

Nature of Communication

Communication is a human activity involving inevitable interactions and exchanges.
It includes two or more parties, typically a sender and a receiver.
It can be one-way or two-way, allowing for response or feedback.
Communication seeks proper understanding and agreement between parties and involves varying styles and channels.

Elements of Communication

Sender: The source of information conveying thoughts and feelings.
Message: Information expressed through thoughts, feelings, or suggestions.
Encoding: The transformation of information into words, symbols, or actions.
Channel: The medium through which the message is communicated (e.g., face-to-face, video, email).
Decoding: The interpretation of the information by the receiver.
Receiver: The individual or group receiving the information.
Feedback: Response from the receiver that acknowledges the message.
Context: The environment or setting where communication occurs.
Barrier: Any factor that disrupts or hinders the communication process.

Communication Models

Aristotle's Model (Before 300 BC): Focuses on the speaker, message, and audience in the context of speech.
Lasswell's Model (1948): Analyzes communication with questions: Who says what, in which medium, to whom, and with what effect.
Shannon and Weaver's Model (1949): Introduces a concept of communication as a source transmitting a message through a channel to a destination, with noise potentially affecting the signal.
Berlo's SMCR Model (1960): Stresses the Source, Message, Channel, and Receiver components, incorporating communication skills and social aspects affecting communication.
Osgood and Schramm's Model (1954): Emphasizes the encoder and decoder roles along with the interpretive aspects of the message.
Dean Barnlund's Transactional Model (1970): Views communication as a simultaneous process where encoding and decoding occur concurrently.
E-mediated Communication Model (2016): Focuses on communication in cyberspace through various digital platforms (e.g., email, social media), highlighting feedback mechanisms.

Conclusion

Understanding communication's nature, elements, and models is essential for effective exchange and comprehension among individuals.

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Explore the fundamentals of communication in this introductory quiz. Learn about the definition, nature, importance, and various models of communication. This quiz covers the essential elements that contribute to effective communication in our daily lives.