Functions of Communication PDF
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This document describes different functions of communication, such as control, social interaction, motivation, emotional expression, and information dissemination. It provides examples of how these functions are utilized in various situations, such as doctors' prescriptions, parental instructions, and social interactions. The document is likely aimed at a secondary school audience.
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FUNCTIONS OF COMMUNICATION CONTROL Communication functions to control behavior Doctors’ Prescription “Take your medicine 3 times a day.” Parents’ Instruction to their child “Wash the dishes now, or else I won’t allow you to go to the party later.” Friends giving advice on what...
FUNCTIONS OF COMMUNICATION CONTROL Communication functions to control behavior Doctors’ Prescription “Take your medicine 3 times a day.” Parents’ Instruction to their child “Wash the dishes now, or else I won’t allow you to go to the party later.” Friends giving advice on what to do “Move on. He doesn’t love you anymore” SOCIAL INTERACTION Communication allows individuals to interact with others “Let’s hang out on Saturday!” “How are you?” “Hey there, bestfriend!” “Nice to meet you.” MOTIVATION Communication motivates or encourages people to live better “Push yourself because no one else is going to do it for you.” “Laban lang! Kaya ra kaayo na nimu.” “I’m behind you 100%” “Follow your dreams. Reach for the stars” EMOTIONAL EXPRESSION Communication facilitates people’s expression of their feelings and emotions “This music makes me sad.” “Yohoooo! We won! It’s time to celebrate!” “I am confident of my future.” “I’m so thankful for having the best parents in the world!” INFORMATION DISSEMINATION Communication functions to convey information News Bulletin board announcements Text messages Websites “Attention! The examination schedule was moved from …” CONTROL SOCIAL INTERACTION MOTIVATION EMOTIONAL EXPRESSION INFO DISSEMINATION The teacher reads and discusses classroom policies to her students Ross greets Rachel; then, they start talking about their plans for the holidays Phoebe shares her insights on how to live peacefully despite a complicated life Monica shares her personal frustrations with Chandler The geometry teacher lectures about mathematical concepts Sheila delivers her valedictory speech The President delivers his last State of the Nation Address A television personality thanks the supportive moviegoers during an interview The city mayor presents her strategies to execute the plans in a public forum A tourist guide orients a group of tourists about a heritage site. Any questions?
