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Which of the following is NOT considered a form of communication?
Which of the following is NOT considered a form of communication?
- Mass
- Interpersonal
- Social (correct)
- Intrapersonal
Which communication era is characterized by the invention of the printing press?
Which communication era is characterized by the invention of the printing press?
- Manuscript era
- Talking era
- Audiovisual era
- Print era (correct)
Which of the following is NOT a defining characteristic of communication?
Which of the following is NOT a defining characteristic of communication?
- The process of sharing meaning
- The exchange of verbal symbols and signs
- The transmission of feelings and emotions exclusively (correct)
- The influence of multiple contexts
What is the primary difference between interpersonal and group communication?
What is the primary difference between interpersonal and group communication?
Which of the following communication models emphasizes the simultaneous exchange of messages between sender and receiver?
Which of the following communication models emphasizes the simultaneous exchange of messages between sender and receiver?
In the context of communication studies, what is the term for the factors that affect the meaning of a message?
In the context of communication studies, what is the term for the factors that affect the meaning of a message?
Which of the following is NOT a common career path for students with a degree in communication studies?
Which of the following is NOT a common career path for students with a degree in communication studies?
Which of the following communication eras does the current digital age fall under?
Which of the following communication eras does the current digital age fall under?
Which of the following is NOT a common part of communication models?
Which of the following is NOT a common part of communication models?
Which communication model emphasizes the creation of social realities?
Which communication model emphasizes the creation of social realities?
Which of the following is a limitation of the Transmission Model?
Which of the following is a limitation of the Transmission Model?
What is the primary difference between the Interaction Model and the Transaction Model?
What is the primary difference between the Interaction Model and the Transaction Model?
What is the role of encoding in the communication process?
What is the role of encoding in the communication process?
Which type of noise is related to the meaning of the message itself?
Which type of noise is related to the meaning of the message itself?
Which communication model is most useful for explaining online interactions like texting?
Which communication model is most useful for explaining online interactions like texting?
Which of the following is NOT a type of need that communication can meet?
Which of the following is NOT a type of need that communication can meet?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of communication as a process?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of communication as a process?
What is the term for the anxiety experienced when communicating in general, as opposed to specifically in public speaking?
What is the term for the anxiety experienced when communicating in general, as opposed to specifically in public speaking?
Which of the following is NOT a key aspect of communication competence?
Which of the following is NOT a key aspect of communication competence?
Which of the following refers to casual conversation that maintains social connections?
Which of the following refers to casual conversation that maintains social connections?
Choose the stage of competence where someone has a deep understanding of effective communication and automatically adapts it to various situations.
Choose the stage of competence where someone has a deep understanding of effective communication and automatically adapts it to various situations.
What is the most common source of learning about appropriate communication?
What is the most common source of learning about appropriate communication?
Which of the following NOT a benefit of being communication competent?
Which of the following NOT a benefit of being communication competent?
What is the primary reason why communication is considered irreversible?
What is the primary reason why communication is considered irreversible?
Flashcards
Communication Participants
Communication Participants
Individuals involved in the communication process, such as sender and receiver.
Encoding
Encoding
The process of converting thoughts into communicable messages.
Decoding
Decoding
Interpreting and understanding the message received from the sender.
Transmission Model
Transmission Model
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Interaction Model
Interaction Model
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Transaction Model
Transaction Model
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Noise in Communication
Noise in Communication
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Contexts of Communication
Contexts of Communication
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Communication
Communication
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Talking Era
Talking Era
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Manuscript Era
Manuscript Era
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Print Era
Print Era
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Audiovisual Era
Audiovisual Era
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Internet Era
Internet Era
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Forms of Communication
Forms of Communication
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Transaction Model of Communication
Transaction Model of Communication
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Communication Competence
Communication Competence
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Process of Communication
Process of Communication
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Cultural Influence
Cultural Influence
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Phatic Communion
Phatic Communion
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Communication Apprehension
Communication Apprehension
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Public Speaking Anxiety
Public Speaking Anxiety
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Communication Strategies
Communication Strategies
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Stages of Competence
Stages of Competence
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Study Notes
Communication in the Real World: Introduction to Communication Studies
- This course introduces communication studies, covering various aspects of communication.
- The course is structured by Richard G. Jones, Jr.
- The publication date is 2020, published by FlatWorld.
- Learning objectives include defining communication, understanding its history from ancient to modern times, recognizing different forms of communication, and contrasting these forms.
- Additional objectives involve exploring communication careers and models, and applying the transactional model to real-life situations.
Defining Communication
- Communication is the process of creating meaning by exchanging verbal and nonverbal symbols.
- This process is influenced by diverse contexts.
Communication Eras
- Talking era: 180,000 BCE – 3500 BCE
- Manuscript era: 3500 BCE – 1450 CE
- Print era: 1450 – 1850
- Audiovisual era: 1850 – 1990
- Internet era: 1990 – present
Forms of Communication
- Intrapersonal
- Interpersonal
- Group
- Public
- Mass
Communication Careers
- Business
- Public relations/advertising
- Media
- Non-profit
- Government/law
- Education
Communication Models
- Common parts of communication models include participants, message, encoding, decoding, and channel.
- Transmission Model: A one-way, linear process where messages are sent from sender to receiver. Clarity is diminished by noise (environmental and semantic).
- Interaction Model: Sender and receiver alternate positions, exchanging messages and feedback. Meaning is developed through this exchange, including physical and psychological context.
- Transaction Model: Communicators construct social realities. This model considers social context, relational context, and cultural context in addition to the exchange of messages.
Communication and Needs
- Communication integrates with several personal needs:
- Physical
- Instrumental
- Relational
- Identity
Communication as a Process
- Communication is a continuous and dynamic exchange of verbal and nonverbal messages.
- It lacks a clear beginning or end, and does not follow a predetermined sequence.
- Communication events are irreversible and cannot be repeated identically.
Communication, Culture, and Context
- Communication is learned.
- Socialization and cultural values influence communication.
- Rules and norms guide communication.
- Phatic communion and ethical considerations are also essential aspects.
Communication Competence
- Communication competence encompasses knowledge of effective and appropriate communication patterns, ability to adapt this knowledge across various settings.
- Stages of competence include unconscious incompetence, conscious incompetence, conscious competence, and unconscious competence.
Communication Apprehension
- Communication apprehension (CA) and public speaking anxiety (PSA) are normal anxieties, affecting many individuals.
- These anxieties can be managed effectively.
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