Contexts of Communication Chapter 1

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What is communication?

Sharing of meaning by transmitting messages; speech communication uses verbal messages.

What is context?

Social situation, place, or set of circumstances affecting communication.

What is group communication?

Three or more people communicating, often to solve a problem.

What ability is involved in group communication?

Being aware of the dynamics involved; being able to work together. Signup and view all the answers

What is interpersonal communication?

Communicating with another individual. Signup and view all the answers

What is intrapersonal communication?

Internal dialogue with oneself. Signup and view all the answers

What is a generation?

People born within a 25-year time span. Signup and view all the answers

What is nonverbal communication?

Communicating without words. Signup and view all the answers

What is multicultural context?

Coming together of groups with different ways of doing things; people with different ethnic backgrounds. Signup and view all the answers

What is mass communication?

One person or a small group sending messages to a large number of people, usually using the media. Signup and view all the answers

Meanings are in _ _, not the messages themselves.

message senders Signup and view all the answers

What causes people to associate certain emotional meanings with words?

Their different personal experiences. Signup and view all the answers

What would eliminate all misunderstandings?

Meanings were in words, then knowing the words would eliminate all misunderstanding. Signup and view all the answers

List 3 nonverbal messages.

Hand gestures like a peace sign or an okay sign, facial expressions like raising an eyebrow or frowning, and moving your body like leaning to one side with a hip popped out. Signup and view all the answers

What must you do with your listener to be an effective speaker?

You have to establish a relationship with them and know them. Signup and view all the answers

What does the meaning of a signal depend upon?

The context; a social situation, place, or set of circumstances; the situation and the behavior that accompanies it. Signup and view all the answers

What most affects communication in the workplace?

The roles everyone is in; authority, tasks to perform, respect. Signup and view all the answers

What is important for communication in a multicultural context?

It is important to be sensitive to fundamental differences and to be patient. We need to know that misunderstanding may occur due to different backgrounds. Signup and view all the answers

What type of communication involves giving an oral report or speaking to the community?

Public communication. Signup and view all the answers

What type of communication often finds that the speaker and the listener change roles?

Interpersonal communication. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Communication Concepts

Communication is the sharing of meaning through the transmission of messages, especially verbal ones in speech.
Context refers to the social situation or circumstances affecting communication, encompassing family, peers, school, work, community, and various cultural dynamics.

Types of Communication

Group communication involves three or more people collaborating to solve a problem.
Interpersonal communication is the interaction between two individuals.
Intrapersonal communication takes place as an internal dialogue within oneself.
Public communication refers to delivering oral reports or speeches to a larger audience.

Key Dynamics in Communication

Group communication requires awareness of dynamics to facilitate effective collaboration.
Understanding the context greatly influences the meaning of signals communicated, which can vary based on social situations and behaviors.

Nonverbal Communication

Nonverbal communication occurs without words, using body language, gestures, and facial expressions.
- Examples include hand gestures (peace sign), facial expressions (raising eyebrows), and body movements (leaning to one side).

Cultural and Generational Aspects

A generation is defined as individuals born within a 25-year time span.
Multicultural context involves groups with diverse backgrounds, emphasizing the importance of sensitivity to different ways of doing things.

Emotional Meaning and Misunderstandings

Meanings are constructed by message senders, influenced by their personal experiences.
Eliminating misunderstandings would require meanings to reside solely in the words themselves.

Effective Communication Strategies

To be an effective speaker, establishing a relationship with the listener is essential.
In workplace settings, communication is heavily impacted by roles, authority, and respect among individuals.

Challenges in Multicultural Communication

Effective communication in multicultural contexts necessitates patience and sensitivity to fundamental differences. Misunderstandings may arise due to varying backgrounds.

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Test your knowledge of the key concepts in Chapter 1 of Contexts of Communication. This quiz covers fundamental definitions, including communication, context, and group communication. Ideal for students seeking to enhance their understanding of communication principles.