General Education: Purposive Communication in English
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What is the Latin word for communication and what does it mean?

communicare; to convey

Who is known as the Father of Modern Communication?

  • Alexander Graham Bell (correct)
  • Berlo
  • Aristotle
  • Shannon & Weaver
  • Horizontal communication occurs between people at different levels in an organization.

    False

    The study of how persons use color to communicate is known as __________.

    <p>Colorics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following elements of communication with their descriptions:

    <p>Sender = Speaker, writer, or source of the message Feedback = Recipient's understanding of the message in communication Channel = Medium to transmit messages Encoding = Translating an idea into a recognizable code</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What model of communication highlights the role of 'noise'?

    <p>Shannon-Weaver Model</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the seven C's of Effective Communication?

    <p>Clarity, Concreteness, Courtesy, Correctness, Creativity, Conciseness, Cultural Sensitivity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Define 'Imaginative Communication'.

    <p>Imaginative Communication is the process through which invented situations are created and shared. It often involves expressions of appreciation through fictional messages.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Affective Communication involves expressing positive, neutral, or negative feelings about something or someone.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    ________ refers to the effort to convince an audience by using logic and reason.

    <p>Logos</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following styles of communication with their descriptions:

    <p>Frozen Style = Commonly used for prose writing or speech Formal Style = Used in formal situations with a distance between speaker and receiver Consultative Style = Used in business or discussion meetings Casual Style = Used in informal situations with informal language</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Communication Basics

    • Communication is the process of exchanging information between two or more persons to achieve mutual understanding.
    • The Latin word for communication is "communicare", which means to impart, to transmit, to share or to convey.
    • Aristotle is considered the Father of Communication.
    • Alexander Graham Bell is the Father of Modern Communication.

    Types of Communication

    • Horizontal Communication: communication between people at the same level in an organization.
    • Verbal Communication: communication using spoken and written words.
    • Non-Verbal Communication: transfer of information through body language, facial expressions, gestures, and created space.
    • Public Communication: practice of dispersing a message to the general populace or to a specific group using various tools and methods.
    • Written Communication: exchange of information, ideas, or messages through written language.

    Non-Verbal Communication

    • Kinesics: study of physical actions.
    • Haptics: study of touch.
    • Proxemics: communication involving distance between people.

    Communication Barriers

    • Semantic Barrier: misunderstanding and interpretation of meaning.
    • Physical Barrier: physical factors or elements that inhibit effective communication.
    • Physiological Barriers: limitations of the human body and mind.

    Communication Process

    • Sender: the speaker, writer, or source of the message.
    • Message: the idea or concept being sent.
    • Channel: the medium to transmit the message.
    • Receiver: the decoder or recipient of the message.
    • Feedback: the recipient's understanding of the message.

    Effective Communication Principles

    • Clarity: the message must be clear and understandable.
    • Informality: when formal communication is not effective, informal communication takes over.
    • Completeness and Adequacy: the message must be complete and adequate to achieve the purpose.
    • Attention and Style: the sender's style varies depending on the context.
    • Coherence: the connection between the topic and the succeeding discussion is established.
    • Timeliness and Urgency: communication should be done at the proper time, emphasizing impact and urgency.

    Communication Models

    • Linear Communication Model: a simple and one-way communication process.
    • Interaction Model: a two-way communication process with feedback.
    • Transactional Model: a dynamic and cooperative communication process.

    Types of Speeches

    • Impromptu: short message with little or no preparation.
    • Extemporaneous: medium to long speeches that are carefully planned and rehearsed.
    • Manuscript: short to medium and long speeches that are prepared and rehearsed.
    • Memorized: short to medium and long speeches that are prepared, rehearsed, or planned.

    Purposes of Communication

    • Informative Communication: sharing information without being persuasive.
    • Argumentative Communication: persuasive communication to convince the audience of a point of view.
    • Persuasive Communication: influencing the beliefs or actions of others.
    • Imaginative Communication: creating and sharing fictional messages.### Types of Signs
    • Regulatory signs indicate authority and are official or legal prohibitions
    • Infrastructural signs label things or direct maintenance of a building or infrastructure
    • Commercial signs advertise or promote a product, event, or service in commerce
    • Transgressive signs are put into place without authorization and may be removed by authorities

    Business Correspondence

    • New Business/Business letters are written communication containing professional content
    • The Seven C's of Effective Communication:
      • Clear: be clear about the goal and purpose of your message
      • Concise: keep to the point and keep your message short and simple
      • Concrete: be clear, not fuzzy, and provide detail, but not too much
      • Correct: make sure your message is accurate and grammatically correct

    Reading Techniques

    • Skimming: grasping the gist or general idea of the text by reading the table of contents, paragraph headings, and abstract
    • Scanning: locating specific pieces of information in the material by identifying key terms or expressions
    • Detailed reading: critically reading the text, employing close reading of the entire text
    • Revision reading: rapidly reading familiar material to confirm acquired knowledge and understanding

    Register or Styles of Communication

    • Frozen Style: used for formal prose writing or speech
    • Formal Style: used in formal situations and maintains a distance between speaker and sender
    • Consultative Style: used in business or discuss meetings
    • Casual Style: used in informal situations and employs informal language

    Other

    • Memorandum: an official note constructed to inform employees about certain announcements or information
    • Minutes/Minutes of Meeting: written records of a meeting's proceedings
    • Inquiry Letter: a letter to request more information about a particular topic
    • Resume: a letter highlighting one's qualifications for employment
    • Newsletter: a periodically issued bulletin for members of a society, organization, or community
    • National Artists in the Philippine Literature: a topic of significance in Philippine literature

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