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What are the three elements involved in communication according to McQuail & Windahl 1993?
What are the three elements involved in communication according to McQuail & Windahl 1993?
List three advantages of learning communication.
List three advantages of learning communication.
- Improve the way you see yourself
- Improve the way others see you
- Improve your relationships with others
Humans communicate by thinking of the information they wish to share, encoding it, and transferring it by either verbal, nonverbal, or written mediums directly to a ____. (Fill in the blank)
Humans communicate by thinking of the information they wish to share, encoding it, and transferring it by either verbal, nonverbal, or written mediums directly to a ____. (Fill in the blank)
receiver
Match the type of communication with its description:
Match the type of communication with its description:
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All messages in communication have an immediate, direct consequence on the receiver.
All messages in communication have an immediate, direct consequence on the receiver.
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Study Notes
Introduction to Communication
- Communication is an integral part of our daily lives, from morning to night.
- It can take many forms, including actions, interactions, and reactions with others.
Advantages of Learning Communication
- Improves self-perception and how others perceive you
- Enhances relationships with others
- Teaches important life skills
- Boosts confidence in expressing opinions and advocating for others
- Fosters professional success and navigation in a diverse world
Communication Process
- Involves thinking of information to share
- Encoding and transferring it through verbal, nonverbal, or written mediums
- Decoding by the receiver
Types of Communication
Intrapersonal Communication
- An individual's internal dialogue, dreaming, contemplating, reflecting, or thinking
Interpersonal Communication
- Involves two or three individuals signaling to each other using voice, facial expressions, hand gestures, and other signs
Mediated Interpersonal Communication
- A specialized type of interpersonal communication assisted by devices like computers, cellphones, or telephones
Small Group Communication
- Communication among three or more individuals with a shared goal
Organizational Communication
- Interactions of individuals in a formal working environment
Public Communication
- One person communicating to a large audience, e.g., public speaking, newspaper editorials, billboard advertisements
Characteristics of Communication
Dynamic Process
- Ongoing, transitory, and brings change
Symbolic
- Humans use symbols, which are discretionary and subjective, to generate, receive, store, and manipulate information
Systematic
- Communication is influenced by setting, location, occasion, time, number of people, and cultural setting
Making Inferences
- No direct mind-to-mind contact between people; inferences are made from words, silence, and nonverbal cues
Self-Reflective
- Humans think about themselves, reflect on their past, present, and can alter their communication performance in real-time
Has a Consequence
- All messages affect someone else and can have a delayed response
Complex
- Communication involves cultural, gestural, and ironic nuances, making it a complex process
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This quiz covers the basics of communication, its importance in daily life, and the advantages of learning communication. It explores the definition and types of communication.
