Oral Communication in Context – Unit Overview (First Semester, STEM, Grade 11)

A set of vocabulary flashcards covering key terms from the provided lecture notes on Oral Communication in Context.

Communication

The transmission of ideas and emotions between people using verbal and nonverbal cues.

Stimulus

A trigger that prompts a reaction and the need to communicate.

Feedback

The receiver's reaction or response to the message.

Noise

Anything that disrupts or interferes with communication.

Verbal Communication

Use of spoken and written words to convey messages.

Non-Verbal Communication

Expressing ideas without words through cues beyond speech (body language, facial expressions, gestures).

Proxemics

The study of how space/distance between sender and receiver affects communication.

Kinesics

Body language including gestures, eye contact, and facial expressions.

Chronemics

The role of time in the communication process.

Paralanguage

Voice qualities such as tone, rate, and volume, including cues like sighs or gasps.

Haptics

Nonverbal communication through the sense of touch.

Sender

The person who encodes and sends the message.

Receiver

The person who decodes and receives the message.

Models of Communication

Conceptual representations used to explain how communication works (including verbal and non-verbal models).

Intercultural Communication

The dynamic relationship between culture and communication; involves self-awareness.

Self-awareness

Understanding one’s own culture and biases to engage effectively across cultures.

Linear Communication Model

One-way communication where feedback is not part of the process.

Interactive Communication Model

Two-way communication where feedback is involved.

Transactional Communication

Simultaneous communication where feedback includes non-verbal cues.

Men-only conversations

Conversations dominated by men; private topics are less frequently discussed.

Women-only conversations

Conversations that invite participation and often discuss personal relationships.

Gender

The concept of how people communicate differently based on gender identity; factors include language, nonverbal cues, and tone.

Age

Generational differences that affect communication, influenced by language, technology, values, and context.

Social Status

Influences whom a person tends to interact with, often within the same social standing.

Ascribed Social Class

Class determined at birth by characteristics like age, sex, race, and family background.

Achieved Social Class

Class earned through ability, talent, skill, and perseverance.

Religion

Religious beliefs can affect conversation; conflict can arise when one imposes beliefs on others.

Regulation or Control

Managing the pace and flow of conversation to avoid interruptions (verbal and nonverbal).

Motivation

Using communication to motivate oneself and others; increases productivity and empowerment.

Information

Providing information in various speech situations.

Emotional Expression

Using verbal and nonverbal cues to convey emotions.

Happy

A basic emotion felt when content, pleased, delighted, or excited.

Sad

A basic emotion involving despair, sorrow, or disappointment.

Surprised

A basic emotion felt when something unexpected occurs.

Angry

A basic emotion associated with intense frustration.

Intrapersonal Communication

Communication with oneself, including internal discourse and solo expressions.

Interpersonal Communication

Transmission or exchange of messages through verbal or nonverbal cues between individuals.

Dyad

Two participants in one-to-one communication.

Small Group

Three or more participants engaged in discussion or brainstorming.

Public Communication

One speaker addressing a sizeable audience; requires planning and preparation.

Direct

Face-to-face or immediate channel of public communication.

Indirect

Public communication via non-face-to-face channels (e.g., online, media).

Speech Context

The situation, environment, and circumstances in which communication occurs.

Formal Communication

Communication that follows established rules and is conducted in formal settings.

Informal Communication

Casual, unstructured communication.

Purposes of Public Communication

To inform, to persuade, or to entertain.

Public Communication vs Mass Communication

Both address a sizeable audience, but use different channels.