Understanding Communication

Question 1

Communication

Answer 1

The process of sharing information between individuals & groups with an organization, even stakeholders.

The lifeblood of business.

Question 2

Communication is integrated in all parts of our lives

Answer 2

Academic
Professional
Personal
Civic engagement

Question 3

Academic

Answer 3

People who have poor communication skills can improve by taking introductory communication sources.

Question 4

Professional

Answer 4

Employers desire good communication skills. Skills more preferred by employers are leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Question 5

Personal

Answer 5

Increase our ability to consciously alter our communication to avoid miscommunication.

Question 6

Civic engagement

Answer 6

Working to make a difference in our communities by improving the quality of life. Raising awareness about social, cultural, or political issues, or participating in a wide variety of political & nonpolitical process.

Question 7

Communication competence

Answer 7

Ability to communicate effectively. Refers to the knowledge of effective & appropriate communication patterns and ability to use and adapt that knowledge in various concepts.