COMM 135 Cumulative Final Exam Study Guide

These flashcards cover key vocabulary and concepts related to communication theories and practices based on lecture notes.

Communication

A systemic process in which people interact with and through symbols to create and interpret meanings.

Effective Communication

The ability to convey information clearly and efficiently, enhancing interpersonal relations.

Systematic Process

A structured or organized method through which an action is carried out.

Symbols

Abstract, arbitrary, and ambiguous representations of other things used in communication.

Content Level of Meaning

The literal message being communicated.

Relationship Level of Meaning

The meaning that expresses the relationship between communicators.

Cohesion

The degree of closeness or collective identity among group members.

Interpersonal Communication

Communication that occurs between two or more individuals.

Mass Communication

Communication intended to reach a wide audience through media like television, radio, and newspapers.

Ethics in Communication

Moral principles that govern communication behavior and decision-making.

Person-centered Perception

The ability to perceive another as a unique and distinct individual.

Communication Models

Conceptual frameworks that describe the process and components of communication.

Linear Model of Communication

A communication model that involves a single sender and receiver.

Transactional Model of Communication

A model that recognizes the simultaneous sending and receiving of messages.

Digital Media

Technological platforms enabling interactive communication and content sharing.

Cultural Values

Shared beliefs and understandings that shape communication practices within communities.

Self-fulfilling Prophecy

A belief or expectation that influences behavior to make it come true.

Selective Perception

The process of noticing certain stimuli while ignoring others.

Guidelines for Effective Communication

Strategies that enhance clarity and understanding in the communicative process.

Feedback

Responses or reactions to communication that provide information to the sender about the effectiveness of the message.