Components of Communication Process

The capital of France is Berlin.

Water boils at 100 degrees Celsius at standard atmospheric pressure.

The planet Mars is known as the Blue Planet.

The process by which plants make their food is called photosynthesis.

An octopus has three hearts.

The primary goal of communication in extension education is to promote positive behavioral changes in individuals.

Effective communication requires only the ability to speak well.

A communicator can include a variety of individuals such as scientists and farmers.

Understanding the audience is irrelevant for a good communicator.

A good communicator should recognize their professional abilities and limitations.

Lecture 1 (Components of Communication Process)

The main purpose of communication in extension education is to achieve learning that results in desirable changes in people's behavior
It's needed in all aspects, but more particularly in community-oriented programs for natural resource management to change the behavior and attitude of people
Success in this task requires a thorough understanding of communication process and skills in use.
Successful communication in Extension Education requires a skillful communicator sending a useful message through proper channels, effectively treated to an appropriate audience that responds as desired.
The communication task consists of skillful handling of these key elements
These components need to be understood well for effective communication process.

Communicator

This is the person who provides initiative to the communication process. He is the source or originator of messages.
The communicator may be a village-level worker, B.D.O, specialist, soil conservation officer, scientist or any other person.

Qualities of a Good Communicator

He knows:
- Objectives - specifically defined
- Audience - their needs, interests and ability
- Message - its content, validity, usefulness and importance
- Channels that will reach the audience
- Organization and treatment of the message
- The professional abilities and limitations
He is interested in:
- His audience and its welfare

This quiz covers the essential components of the communication process in extension education. It highlights the importance of effective communication for bringing about behavioral changes in communities, especially in natural resource management. Understanding these components is key to becoming a successful communicator.