Oral Communication Flashcards
It comes from the word “communicare” which means “to share” or “to make something common”
Communication
Is a two-way process by which communication is exchanged within, between, or among individuals through a common system of signs, symbols, and behavior.
Communication
What are the three common systems?
Symbol
Signs
Behaviour
This model is linear. It shows how a message is transmitted, rather than exchange.
Shannon and Weaver’s Model of Communication
Communication happens when an information source has a message and transmits it in the form of a signal through a channel. Then, that signal is received and finally reaches it’s destination.
Along the way, there might be some noise in the communication system that could negatively affect the process.
The concept of feedback is not part of this model.
Shannon and Weaver’s Model of Communication
The participants in this model are called Encoder-Sender and Receiver-Decoder.
Wilbur Schramm’s Model of Communication
He used a Venn Diagram to show the respective fields of experiences of the communicators.
Field of experience pertains to the totality of a communicator’s experiences and knowledge which affects the message formation (encoding) and interpretation (decoding).
The overlapping of these circles denotes a start in conversation. The bigger the overlapping areas, the stronger the signal becomes.
Wilbur Schramm’s Model of Communication
Feedback is also included as an element in this model. The more the communicators interact with each other, the more information are exchanged. Thus, resulting to the expansion of their respective field of experiences.
Wilbur Schramm’s Model of Communication
It happens within, between, or among individuals — this part of the definition highlights the level of communication. From doing it intrapersonally or talking to one’s self to interacting with the public.
Communication may involve different number of participants.
Communication
It enables successful transmission of ideas within, between or among communicators. These ideas may come in different forms.
Common System
It is an indicator or marker for something very specific, very concrete and, in general, unambiguous in meaning
Ex. Road markers are called signs because they usually convey something very specific like STOP, a STREET NAME, or a CERTAIN SPEED LIMIT.
Sign
It can have complex meanings and nuances that differ from one person to another depending on their experience, culture, upbringing, etc.
It conveys a message of deeper meaning and is open to multiple interpretations.
Ex. In Iran, Afghanistan, and parts of Greece, thumbs up is more of an obscene gesture similar to saying “fuck you”.
Symbol
It influences individual differences in the expression of feeling, needs, and thoughts as substitute for more direct communication.
Ex. someone who is trying to condole a friend, hugs the latter. The friend appreciates the hug, but another person saw it an without knowing the context of the situation, ended up putting malice into it.
Communicative behavior as a psychological construct or Behavior
