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What is the main role of the sender in the communication process?
What is the main role of the sender in the communication process?
- To decode the message from the receiver
- To respond to feedback
- To encode the message for the receiver (correct)
- To use non-verbal cues during conversation
Which of the following best describes 'haptics' in communication?
Which of the following best describes 'haptics' in communication?
- The role of time in communication
- The tone and pitch of a speaker's voice
- The use of facial expressions to convey emotion
- The use of touch to convey meaning (correct)
What does 'paralanguage' refer to in the context of oral communication?
What does 'paralanguage' refer to in the context of oral communication?
- The non-verbal components such as gestures
- The physical appearance of the speaker
- The aspects of speech including pitch, volume, and tone (correct)
- The response of the receiver to the message
Which of the following is an example of non-verbal communication?
Which of the following is an example of non-verbal communication?
What is the process by which the receiver interprets the message known as?
What is the process by which the receiver interprets the message known as?
Which term applies to the response given by the receiver to the sender's message?
Which term applies to the response given by the receiver to the sender's message?
Chronemics in communication refers to which of the following?
Chronemics in communication refers to which of the following?
Which of the following is NOT a recognized component of oral communication?
Which of the following is NOT a recognized component of oral communication?
What is a key characteristic of low-context cultures?
What is a key characteristic of low-context cultures?
Which speech context occurs within one person?
Which speech context occurs within one person?
High-context cultures are generally associated with which of the following traits?
High-context cultures are generally associated with which of the following traits?
What is an example of interpersonal cooperation?
What is an example of interpersonal cooperation?
Which of the following is NOT considered a barrier to communication?
Which of the following is NOT considered a barrier to communication?
What aspect does the concept of 'noise' refer to in communication?
What aspect does the concept of 'noise' refer to in communication?
Which of the following is NOT a reason why emotions may not be expressed?
Which of the following is NOT a reason why emotions may not be expressed?
Which type of speech context is considered the BEST according to communicators?
Which type of speech context is considered the BEST according to communicators?
Why might someone experience information overload in communication?
Why might someone experience information overload in communication?
What type of cues are considered tools for communicating emotions?
What type of cues are considered tools for communicating emotions?
Which factor can contribute to a language barrier in communication?
Which factor can contribute to a language barrier in communication?
In high-context cultures, how do communicators typically perceive information?
In high-context cultures, how do communicators typically perceive information?
Which approach represents an ineffective expression of emotions?
Which approach represents an ineffective expression of emotions?
What type of barrier is caused by prejudging a message?
What type of barrier is caused by prejudging a message?
During which type of speech context do participants often share their ideas and feelings in a formal manner?
During which type of speech context do participants often share their ideas and feelings in a formal manner?
Which of the following is an example of a formal speech context?
Which of the following is an example of a formal speech context?
What characterizes public communication?
What characterizes public communication?
In small group communication, how many people typically interact?
In small group communication, how many people typically interact?
Which statement is true regarding the consultative speech style?
Which statement is true regarding the consultative speech style?
For what purposes is public communication typically employed?
For what purposes is public communication typically employed?
What is a key characteristic of small group communication?
What is a key characteristic of small group communication?
Which of the following is an example of public communication?
Which of the following is an example of public communication?
Which type of communication requires minimal shared background among participants?
Which type of communication requires minimal shared background among participants?
What is one of the primary channels used in public communication?
What is one of the primary channels used in public communication?
What is the purpose of seeking assistance in speech styles?
What is the purpose of seeking assistance in speech styles?
Which speech style is most appropriate when addressing strangers in a formal situation?
Which speech style is most appropriate when addressing strangers in a formal situation?
What characterizes the consultative speech style?
What characterizes the consultative speech style?
Among which group is the intimate speech style primarily used?
Among which group is the intimate speech style primarily used?
What is a key feature of the frozen speech style?
What is a key feature of the frozen speech style?
What type of speech style would likely use short utterances and can be ungrammatical?
What type of speech style would likely use short utterances and can be ungrammatical?
Which of the following best describes casual speech style?
Which of the following best describes casual speech style?
How are different speech styles analyzed?
How are different speech styles analyzed?
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Study Notes
Nature of Communication
- Communication encompasses verbal and non-verbal elements including gestures, eye contact, and facial expressions.
- Chronemics emphasizes the significance of time in communication.
- Haptics refers to the use of touch during conversations and its cultural dependency.
- Paralanguage involves aspects like inflection, pitch, and tone, influencing how spoken messages are perceived.
Understanding Communication
- Key vocabulary:
- Stimulus: the idea a sender wishes to convey.
- Sender: the individual encoding the message.
- Receiver: the one decoding the message.
- Decode: the interpretation of a message.
- Feedback: the response from the receiver.
- Context affects communication effectiveness, impacting message transmission.
Cultural Contexts
- Low-context cultures (e.g., North America) rely minimally on situational context and prioritize direct communication to convey meaning.
- High-context cultures (e.g., Japan, China) expect shared background knowledge, focusing on implicit understanding.
Barriers to Communication
- Language Barriers:
- Different languages
- Unfamiliar accents
- Cultural Barriers: differing principles and beliefs can create misunderstandings.
- Physical Barriers: noise, poor lighting, and distance inhibit effective communication.
- Psychological barriers like prejudging, information overload, and lack of interest disrupt the communication process.
Speech Contexts
- Intrapersonal: self-talk occurring within an individual.
- Interpersonal: exchanges between two individuals or groups sharing ideas.
- Small Group: involves 3 to 12 people interacting to achieve common goals.
- Public Communication: delivery of messages to larger audiences, mainly one-way with limited feedback, seen in formal events.
Types of Speech Styles
- Speech styles range from formal to informal, influenced by context and audience:
- Frozen: used in formal situations, remains unchanged over time.
- Formal: structured and used in serious discussions.
- Consultative: semi-formal conversations seeking expert opinions.
- Casual: informal style used among friends and co-workers.
- Intimate: used among close family/friends, may employ incomplete sentences.
Tools for Communicating Emotions
- Expressing emotions can involve:
- Facial expressions
- Vocal cues
- Gestures
- Verbal cues
- Challenges include social expectations, vulnerability, and the roles individuals adopt in communication.
Importance of Emotional Expression
- Struggles in expressing emotions can lead to misunderstandings.
- Effective communication involves being specific, owning feelings, and avoiding generalizations.
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