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Which stage of the communication process involves sending the message?
Which stage of the communication process involves sending the message?
Who is responsible for encoding the message in communication?
Who is responsible for encoding the message in communication?
What does the term 'medium' refer to in the context of communication?
What does the term 'medium' refer to in the context of communication?
What are the two stages of the communication process?
What are the two stages of the communication process?
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What are the eight elements that make up the communication process?
What are the eight elements that make up the communication process?
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Sending the message is ______ 1
Sending the message is ______ 1
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The ______, or message sender, is where this stage begins
The ______, or message sender, is where this stage begins
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The ______ would be any information that they wish to convey through the use of a medium
The ______ would be any information that they wish to convey through the use of a medium
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A communication system or channel is what the word ______ refers to
A communication system or channel is what the word ______ refers to
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The speaker and listener are communicating with one other using this ______
The speaker and listener are communicating with one other using this ______
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Study Notes
Communication Process Overview
- Communication is defined as a systemic process encompassing various stages and elements.
- The communication process consists of two main stages: sending the message and receiving the message.
Elements of the Communication Process
- The communication process is made up of eight essential elements:
- Speaker/Sender: Initiator of the communication who has personal objectives.
- Listener/Receiver: The individual receiving the message, interpreting the sender's intent.
- Message: Information conveyed by the sender, encoded in verbal or non-verbal symbols.
- Medium: Refers to the communication system or method used to transmit the message.
- Channel: The specific means through which the medium operates, facilitating speaker-listener interaction.
- Feedback: Responses or reactions from the listener back to the speaker, essential for effective communication.
- Context: The situation, environment, or circumstances surrounding the communication.
- Noise: Any interference or distraction that may distort or hinder the message from being received accurately.
Sending the Message
- The communication process begins with the speaker, who encodes the message.
- Personal objectives of the speaker play a crucial role in how the message is formulated and presented.
- The encoded message can be expressed through various symbols, either spoken or unspoken.
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Test your knowledge on the communication process with this quiz! Explore the essential elements involved in sending and receiving messages, such as the speaker/sender, listener/receiver, message, medium, channel, feedback, and more. Challenge yourself and enhance your understanding of this systemic process.
