Intro to Communications

What is communications?

* The process creating meaning through symbolic interaction


* Is not easy


* Does not necessarily require more for understanding


* Require competence in ALL situations, not just some.

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What is the difference between discursive symbol and non-discursive symbol?

Discursive symbols are way of communication you can write down, while non-discursive symbols are non-verbal or visual symbols means of communication.

What are the two models of communication we have discussed?

Linear communication and transaction model of communications

What the difference between linear and transaction model?

Linear, you don’t receive feedback

What is a channel?

The method of communications

What is noise?

Distraction

What are the two types of noises in communication?

Internal and External

What are the two types of internal noise?

Psychological and Physiological

What is psychological noise?

Noise within your thoughts and feelings, i.e depression, anxiety, thinking about something you’re doing over the weekend, being angry

What is physiological noise?

Noise that involves your body i.e headache, stomach ache, being cold

What is external noise?

Most times uncontrollable i.e an attractive person walks by, a pen clicking in a quiet room, someone typing in a quiet room