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Human Communication

The process of exchanging information and understanding between individuals.

Types of Communication Models

Frameworks that describe how communication occurs and the elements involved.

Linear Model

A one-way model of communication where a message is sent from sender to receiver.

Transactional Model

A two-way communication model where both parties exchange messages and feedback.

Interactional Model

A communication model emphasizing the roles of sender and receiver with indirect feedback.

Language and Meaning

The relationship between language constructs and the meanings they convey.

Encoding

The process of converting thoughts into communicable symbols.

Decoding

The interpretation of messages from symbols back into thoughts.

Displacement

The ability to discuss concepts that are not present in the immediate environment.

Triangle of Meaning

A model illustrating the relationship among thought, symbol, and referent.

Denotation

The literal or primary meaning of a word or symbol.

Connotation

The implied or associated meaning of a word or symbol beyond its denotation.

Polysemic

Words that have multiple meanings or interpretations.

Monosemic

Words that have a single, clear meaning.

Language Acquisition

The process by which humans acquire the capacity to perceive and comprehend language.

Aristotle's Model of Communication

A linear communication model focusing on the speaker's message and its effect on the audience.

Ethos

Credibility or ethical appeal of the speaker.

Pathos

Emotional appeal used to persuade an audience.

Logos

Logical reasoning or argumentation in communication.

Lasswell's Model

A communication model that focuses on who says what in which channel to whom with what effect.

Shannon-Weaver Model

A model emphasizing the process of encoding and decoding messages with consideration of noise.

Noise

Any interference that distorts or disrupts the communication process.

Berlo's S-M-C-R Model

A linear communication model including Source, Message, Channel, and Receiver.

Barnlund's Transactional Model

A model of communication that emphasizes immediate feedback and interactions.

Dance's Helical Model

A model suggesting that communication evolves and improves over time through feedback.

Osgood-Schramm Model

An interactive communication model where sender and receiver roles are interchangeable.

Westley & MacLean Model

An interactive communication model focused on mass communication processes.

Feedback

Receiver's response to the message, crucial for effective communication.

Gatekeepers

Individuals who control the flow of information in mass communication.

Opinion Leaders

Influential individuals who can impact the perceptions and behaviors of others.

Communication Barriers

Obstacles that prevent effective communication and understanding.

Symbolic Language

Language formed by symbols that represent ideas, objects, or feelings.

What is Feedback?

Receiver's response to the message, crucial for effective communication.

What are Communication Barriers?

Obstacles that prevent effective communication and understanding.

What is the Shannon-Weaver Model?

A model emphasizing the process of encoding and decoding messages with consideration of noise.

What is Barnlund's Transactional Model?

A model of communication that emphasizes immediate feedback and interactions.

What is Ethos in communication?

Credibility or ethical appeal of the speaker.

What does Pathos refer to?

Emotional appeal used to persuade an audience.

What is the meaning of Logos?

Logical reasoning or argumentation in communication.

What is Noise in communication?

Any interference that distorts or disrupts the communication process.

What is the Transactional Model?

A two-way communication model where both parties exchange messages and feedback.

What are Opinion Leaders?

Influential individuals who can impact the perceptions and behaviors of others.

What is the primary function of the Shannon-Weaver Model?

To illustrate the process of communication by highlighting the roles of sender, message, channel, receiver, and noise.

Who developed the Shannon-Weaver Model?

Claude Shannon and Warren Weaver.

What elements are involved in the Shannon-Weaver Model?

Source, encoder, channel, decoder, and receiver.

What role does 'noise' play in the Shannon-Weaver Model?

Noise represents any interference that distorts the message during transmission.

What does the 'encoder' do in the Shannon-Weaver Model?

The encoder converts the message into a format suitable for transmission.

What is the role of the 'decoder' in the Shannon-Weaver Model?

The decoder interprets the encoded message back into a format understandable by the receiver.

Why is feedback not included in the original Shannon-Weaver Model?

The initial model was designed as a linear process without consideration for interactive feedback.

How has the Shannon-Weaver Model influenced communication theory?

It laid the groundwork for understanding communication processes and leading to more interactive models.

What is an example of 'noise' in communication?

Background sounds, misunderstandings, or technical issues that affect comprehension.

In which fields is the Shannon-Weaver Model commonly applied?

Telecommunications, psychology, and information theory.