Lesson 2: Modes of Communication

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Which element is NOT part of the Aristotle Model of Communication?

Audience

Speech

Speaker

Message (correct)

In the Aristotle Model, what does the arrow from the Audience represent?

Delivery of message

Communication feedback

Effect on the audience (correct)

Interaction method

What is the primary focus of the communication model depicted with various chat bubbles?

Audience engagement methods

The significance of nonverbal cues

The linear flow of information (correct)

The elements of interpersonal communication

What role does 'Occasion' play in the Aristotle Model of Communication?

It represents the purpose of communication. Signup and view all the answers

Which element connects the Speaker and the Audience in the Aristotle Model?

Speech Signup and view all the answers

Which element is NOT part of the Aristotle model?

Encoder Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of the Shannon-Weaver model?

Improving telephonic communication Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a component of the Shannon-Weaver communication model?

Channel Signup and view all the answers

What defines verbal communication?

Interchanging information using words in speech or writing Signup and view all the answers

How does the Aristotle model differ from the Shannon-Weaver model regarding audience feedback?

The Aristotle model does not require feedback Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of non-verbal communication?

A smile to convey happiness Signup and view all the answers

Which statement is true regarding traditional modes of communication?

Face-to-face communication is a traditional mode Signup and view all the answers

Which term is associated with minimizing disruptions in communication according to the Shannon-Weaver model?

Noise Signup and view all the answers

What type of communication does NOT use words?

Body language and facial expressions Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following modes of communication is a direct interaction style?

Face-to-face communication Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes face-to-face communication?

It is the communication of two or more people in the same location at the same time. Signup and view all the answers

Which statement best describes video communication?

It includes both sound and visual elements in real-time across distances. Signup and view all the answers

What type of communication involves solely audio elements?

Audio communication. Signup and view all the answers

Which scenario exemplifies video communication?

Two people having a live video call on their computers. Signup and view all the answers

What role does Schramm's model attribute to an individual's background in communication?

It influences how the message is interpreted. Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes audio communication from video communication?

Audio communication transmits information purely through sound. Signup and view all the answers

Intrapersonal communication is best defined as:

Communication with oneself. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements is true regarding Schramm's model of communication?

It emphasizes the decoder's understanding of the message. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of intrapersonal communication?

It requires external feedback. Signup and view all the answers

According to Schramm's model, what is primarily responsible for differences in message interpretation among individuals?

The personal experiences of the decoder. Signup and view all the answers

Which type of communication specifically involves two persons and can include scenarios like doctor-patient interactions?

Dyadic Communication Signup and view all the answers

What is a key characteristic of small group communication?

It includes continuous feedback. Signup and view all the answers

In interpersonal communication, what is primarily being emphasized?

Communication with another person. Signup and view all the answers

Which scenario best exemplifies dyadic communication?

Two friends having a conversation. Signup and view all the answers

What is a defining feature of dyadic communication that distinguishes it from small group communication?

Spontaneous flow of discourse. Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes public communication?

It is a one-way type of communication. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following tools is essential for mass communication?

Media such as newspapers and television Signup and view all the answers

Which type of communication extends to a large number of people?

Mass communication Signup and view all the answers

What is NOT considered a type of non-verbal communication?

Proper grammar usage Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect is NOT part of non-verbal communication?

Written text Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Models of Communication

Communication involves several common models that exhibit different aspects of the process.

Aristotle Model

Focuses on five primary elements: Speaker, Speech, Audience, Effect, and Occasion.
Emphasizes the role of the speaker and the delivery of the message, rather than requiring audience feedback.

Shannon-Weaver Model

Developed to enhance technical communication, particularly in telephony.
Consists of components: Information Source, Sender, Encoder, Channel, Decoder, Receiver, Destination, Noise, and Feedback.
Introduces the concept of noise as a barrier to effective communication.

Types of Communication

Verbal Communication: Uses spoken or written words to convey information.
Non-verbal Communication: Involves unspoken messages, including body language and facial expressions.

Traditional Modes of Communication

Face-to-Face Communication: Interaction occurring in the same physical space.
Schramm's Model: Emphasizes the interpretation of messages and how individual backgrounds affect understanding.

Major Forms of Communication

Intrapersonal Communication: Internal dialogue or communication with oneself, such as praying.
Interpersonal Communication: Communication between two individuals, exemplified by student-teacher interactions.

Types of Communication Contexts

Dyadic Communication: Direct communication between two persons, where roles as source and receiver interchange.
Small Group Communication: Occurs within an organizational context, involving continuous feedback among members.
Public Communication: One-way communication directed at a large audience, exemplified by events like the State of the Nation Address (SONA).
Mass Communication: Dissemination of information to a large audience via media tools such as newspapers, radio, and television.

Non-Verbal Communication Techniques

Types include facial expressions, silence, olfactics (smell), chronemics (time), vocal intonations, body gestures, and haptics (touch).

Key Figures in Communication

Claude Shannon and Warren Weaver's model revolutionized the understanding of communication processes, focusing on technical and mathematical aspects.

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