OCC Q1

Communication

The process of transmitting or sharing ideas, information, thoughts, or feelings verbally or non-verbally from one person to another.

Verbal Communication

Communication that involves the use of words.

Non-verbal Communication

Communication that involves gestures, body language, and other forms of expression without words.

Linear Model of Communication

A one-way communication process where the speaker transmits a message to the receiver without feedback.

Interactive Model of Communication

A two-way communication process that includes feedback from the receiver to the sender.

Transactional Model of Communication

A simultaneous communication process where both sender and receiver exchange messages and feedback.

Aristotle’s Model of Communication

A linear model focusing on the speaker, speech, audience, and effect, emphasizing the speaker's active role.

Shannon-Weaver Model

A linear communication model that identifies noise as a barrier affecting message transmission.

Feedback

The response of the receiver in the communication process.

Context

The setting, situation, or environment in which communication occurs.

Functions of Communication

Control regulation, social interaction, emotional expression, motivation, and information dissemination.

Barriers to Communication

Physical, emotional, linguistic, cultural, psychological, and social factors that hinder effective communication.

7 Cs of Communication

Clear, concise, concrete, correct, coherent, complete, and courteous principles for effective communication.

Speech Context

The surroundings and circumstances that influence the meaning of a speech.

Intrapersonal Communication

Communication focused on one person, involving self-reflection and internal dialogue.

Interpersonal Communication

Communication between individuals that creates personal relationships.

Public Communication

Delivering messages to a crowd, often in a formal setting.

Mass Communication

Communication through media channels like TV, radio, and the internet.

Speech Styles

Different forms of communication, including frozen, casual, formal, consultative, and intimate styles.

Types of Speech

Informative, persuasive, and entertainment speeches based on purpose.

Speech Acts

Utterances made to achieve an intended effect in communication.

Locutionary Act

The actual act of saying something, involving the utterance of words or phrases.

Illocutionary Act

The social function of what is said, reflecting the speaker's intention.

Perlocutionary Act

The effect of what was said on the listener, based on context.

Types of Illocutionary Acts

Assertive, directive, commissive, expressive, and declaration acts that convey different intentions.