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What type of speech style is characterized by the least formality?
Which type of speech context involves communicating with a smaller number of individuals?
Which speech act is primarily concerned with expressing a belief?
What strategy involves maintaining the focus of a conversation?
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Which type of speech act is intended to actually change a state or condition?
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What is the primary role of the receiver in the communication process?
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Which barrier to communication relates specifically to physical settings?
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Which of the following is NOT considered a type of non-verbal communication?
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In which stage of listening does a person evaluate the information received?
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What does 'kinesics' refer to in the context of non-verbal communication?
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Which component of a message refers to the overall meaning derived from its elements?
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Which type of listening is characterized by focusing on sounds needed for specific purposes?
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What does noise refer to in the communication process?
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Which function of communication primarily serves to express emotions?
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Which of the following is an effective communication skill related to voice?
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Study Notes
Importance of Communication
- Strengthens relationships, fostering future positive interactions.
- Facilitates the provision and reception of information.
- Contributes to professional development and achievement of life goals.
- Opens opportunities for societal contributions and leadership.
Nature of Communication
- Involves a two-way process where participants interact.
- Requires knowledge of language and effective expression.
- Gestures also play a crucial role in conveying messages.
- Continuous process; communication does not cease.
- Universal in scope, applied across all cultures.
- Can be classified as formal (structured) or informal (casual).
The Communication Process
- Sender/Encoder: Source that produces messages using symbols.
- Receiver/Decoder: Intended audience who interprets the message.
- Channel/Medium: Pathway through which the message is conveyed.
- Message: Central idea contained within communication.
- Feedback: Response from the receiver indicating their understanding.
- Noise: Disturbances that hinder successful communication.
- Context: Factors that influence the interpretation of the message.
Communication Models
- Shannon and Weaver's Model: Linear process comprising InfoSource, Transmitter, Channel, Receiver, and Destination; considers noise.
- Schramm’s Model: Emphasizes interactive and transactional communication.
Components of a Message
- Content: Core meaning of the message.
- Elements: Non-verbal cues like body language and facial expressions.
- Treatment: Tone and urgency of the message.
- Structure: Organization of message content.
- Code: Overall significance and interpretation.
Barriers in Communication
- Environmental Factors: External sounds, distance, or room acoustics.
- Lack of Formal Communication: Overreliance on informal channels like gossip.
- Written Communication Issues: Use of shorthand or excessive symbolism.
- Intercultural Barriers: Differences in religion, nationality, and values.
- Age/Physical Condition: Maturity affecting communication style.
- Language Differences: Variations complicating understanding.
Types of Communication
- Verbal Communication: Includes spoken or written forms.
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Non-verbal Communication: Encompasses body language and other expressions, with specific types like:
- Kinesics: Body language.
- Proxemics: Use of personal space.
- Chronemics: Perception of time.
- Haptics: Touch-based communication.
- Olfactics: Use of smell.
- Artefactual: Significance of objects.
- Physical Appearance: Impact of appearance in communication.
- Aesthetics: Nature’s influence on communication.
Effective Communication Skills
- Voice Projection: Ability to control loudness.
- Pitch and Inflection Variation: Alters tone to maintain interest.
- Rate of Speech: Adjusts pacing to convey emotions.
- Emphasis on Key Words: Highlights important content.
- Diction: Choice of clear and proper words.
Intercultural Communication
- Involves understanding various identities such as gender, age, cultural backgrounds, and beliefs.
Functions of Communication
- Regulation/Control: Directs behavior or actions.
- Information: Sharing of facts and ideas.
- Social Interaction: Fostering relationships.
- Emotional Expression: Conveying feelings.
- Motivation: Inspiring actions or attitudes.
Macro Skills
- Essential skills for effective communication include listening, writing, viewing, speaking, and reading.
Stages of Listening
- Hearing: Sound perception.
- Paying Attention: Focus on the speaker.
- Understanding: Comprehension of the message.
- Evaluating: Assessment of information received.
- Responding: Offering feedback.
- Remembering: Retaining information.
How to Be an Active Listener
- Prepare mentally to engage.
- Enhance vocabulary for better comprehension.
- Identify main ideas within the message.
- Apply the message to context or experience.
Types of Listening
- Discriminative Listening: Focusing on essential sounds.
- Comprehension Listening: Understanding spoken content.
- Critical/Evaluative Listening: Assessing validity of the information.
- Biased Listening: Ignoring unwanted information.
- Appreciative Listening: Engaging with entertaining content.
- Sympathetic Listening: Showing concern for the speaker.
- Empathetic Listening: Understanding from the speaker's perspective.
- Therapeutic Listening: Providing advice or support.
- Dialogic Listening: Learning or gathering information.
- Relationship Listening: Intimate and personal engagement.
Barriers to Effective Listening
- Environmental noise and distractions.
- Excessive talking on one's part.
- Prejudicial attitudes affecting openness.
- Misinterpretation and confusion.
- Insincerity in attention.
- Fear of disagreement or confrontation.
Communicative vs. Grammatical Competence
- Communicative Competence: Flexible use of language in casual contexts.
- Grammatical Competence: Strict adherence to language rules and structure.
Types of Speech Context
- Intrapersonal Communication: Internal dialogue.
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Interpersonal Communication: Engagement with others, which can further be subdivided into:
- Dyadic Communication: Two-person interaction.
- Group Communication: Small group interaction.
- Public Communication: Speaking to larger audiences.
- Mass Communication: Use of media for outreach.
Types of Speech Style
- Intimate: Least formal communication.
- Casual: Informal talks among friends.
- Consultative: Semi-formal conversations with acquaintances.
- Formal: Respectful communication with authority figures.
- Frozen: Rigid and ceremonial style for significant events.
Types of Speech Acts
- Locutionary: Articulation of words.
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Illocutionary: Intended meaning behind statements, which includes:
- Assertive: Expressing beliefs.
- Directive: Requesting action from the listener.
- Commissive: Making promises or commitments.
- Expressive: Communicating feelings.
- Declaration: Changing reality through statements.
- Perlocutionary: The actual impact of speech on the listener.
Types of Communicative Strategies
- Nomination: Initiating conversation.
- Restriction: Limiting information shared.
- Turn-taking: Managing conversation flow.
- Topic Control: Keeping discussions focused.
- Topic Shifting: Transitioning between related topics.
- Repair: Correcting misunderstood information.
- Termination: Concluding discussions effectively.
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