Communication L1 Important Point PDF
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This document provides an overview of communication, including its definition, basic steps, functions, and characteristics. It's structured to present core concepts in communication studies, suitable for undergraduate-level study.
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Communication L1 Important point - Define the communication? Communication is a word derived from the Latin word communis or commūnicāre, which means ‘to make common’ or ‘to share’. Communication is the art of transmitting information, ideas and attitude from one person to another. -...
Communication L1 Important point - Define the communication? Communication is a word derived from the Latin word communis or commūnicāre, which means ‘to make common’ or ‘to share’. Communication is the art of transmitting information, ideas and attitude from one person to another. - Mention the The basic steps of communication are: 1. The forming of communicative intent 2. message composition 3. message encoding 4. Transmission of signal 5. Reception of signal 6. Message decoding 7. finally interpretation of the message by the recipient - Why we study Communication ? 1- Important for improving self confidence. 2- Help for improving relationships. 3- It can help you exercise your freedom of speech 4- Communication improve life skills. - Enumerate Functions of Communication. 1. To change in behavior 2. To influence others 3. To express our thoughts and emotions through words & actions. 4. It is a tool for controlling and motivating people. 5. For improving selfconfidence, 6. Amusement 7. Educate 8. Solve problems 9. Give directions - What are the Characteristics of Communication ? 1.Communication is a 2-way process: which involves receiving message from others and sending message to others. 2. Communication is irreversible: once one has communicated something it cannot be recalled back.3.Communication is a dynamic: it make difference depending on the variables at play. 4.Communication have elements of communication: Source, receiver, channel, message, noise, feedback. 5.Communication can be verbal/ non-verbal