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Communication

Communication

The process of exchanging ideas, thoughts, feelings, and emotions using symbols for understanding.

Sender

The individual who initiates the communication process.

Receiver

The person who provides feedback to the sender, influencing the communication flow.

Message

The ideas and feelings shared between sender and receiver, expressed through verbal and non-verbal symbols.

Verbal Symbols

Symbols that express ideas through spoken or written words.

Non-Verbal Symbols

Symbols that express ideas through gestures, tone, and other non-verbal cues.

Channel

The means through which messages are transmitted, either vocally or non-vocally.

Vocal Messages

Messages that are verbal and spoken.

Non-Vocal Messages

Messages expressed in words or through non-verbal symbols.

Feedback

The response from the sender-receiver that indicates how well the message was understood.

Noise

Interference that hinders the understanding or interpretation of a message.

External Noise

Physical environmental interference affecting communication.

Internal Noise

Psychological or sociological distractions within individuals during communication.

Context

The surrounding environment that shapes the interaction between communicators.

Physical Context

The place, time, environment, and distance between communicators.

Social Context

The relationships between participants in the communication.

Psychological Context

The mood and emotions of communicators during the interaction.

Cultural Context

The beliefs and norms influencing communication, especially across different backgrounds.

Purposive Communication

Intentional communication occurring within a specific context.

Encoding

The process of assigning codes to create meaning in communication.

Transmission

The sending of the encoded message from sender to receiver.

Receiving

The process where the message reaches the receiver through sound and light waves.

Decoding

The interpretation of the message by the receiver, assigning meanings to the symbols.

Responding

The anticipated response from the receiver to the sender's message.

Model of Communication

A conceptual representation explaining the communication process.

Linear Communication

A one-way communication model where information flows from sender to receiver without feedback.

Interactive Communication Model

A two-way communication model where both sender and receiver actively participate and provide feedback.

Transactional Communication Model

A simultaneous communication model where senders and receivers exchange messages and feedback continuously, influenced by their backgrounds.