Lesson 4: Explaining the Dimensions of Communication

Question 1

• results from the lack of awareness of the dimensions of communication, especially those influenced by culture and gender

Answer 1

Miscommunication

Question 2

4 Pairs of Dimensions

Answer 2

1. Verbal/Nonverbal
2. Oral/Written
3. Formal/Informal
4. Intentional/Unintentional

Question 3

• encompass the use of language, the words chosen (verbal dimension), as well as the facial expressions, gestures, and bodily movement used (nonverbal dimension)
• usually used together to clearly impart the message

Answer 3

Verbal/Nonverbal dimensions

Question 4

• mean spoken communication (oral dimension) and the transcription of thoughts and ideas (written dimension)

Answer 4

Oral/Written dimensions

Question 5

• imparts the message following the principles of delivery

Answer 5

Oral dimension

Question 6

• takes care of putting down the words of the message

Answer 6

Written dimension

Question 7

• means the use of language and the choice of words to convey a written message

Answer 7

Verbal dimension

Question 8

• speak of the factors that may or may not highlight traditional and conventional communication

Answer 8

Formal/Informal dimensions

Question 9

• usually means the meticulous observation of appropriateness in attire, language, and setting

Answer 9

Formal dimension

Question 10

• rely on the fact that messages always have a purpose

- this intention is why we want to communicate in the first place

Answer 10

Intentional/Unintentional dimensions