Unit 4: Principles of Communication

Question 1

communication def and ways it can happen

Answer 1

the act of transmitting information to another person. this transmission can happen 2 ways
- verbally
- non verbally

Question 2

key concepts in communication

Answer 2

1. Transmission of information: technology, symbols, signs, words, pictures
2. Reaction that elicit a response
3. Create and share meanings
4. Intentionality
5. Interaction between two or more people
6. Efficacy to achieve an objective

Question 3

the importance of communication

Answer 3

Interpersonal communication is something we take for granted:
* Communicating well allows you to get your message across to others in an effective way
* Good communications skills help in life = promoting personal and professional success and contributing to our ability to create and maintain close relationships with others
* Good communicator is essential for the psychology profession

Question 4

characteristics fo interpersonal communication

Answer 4

• Interpersonal communication is a transactional process and inherently relational
• a process because all components are in constant change and it changes the relationship constantly
• Involves the exchange of verbal and non-verbal messages
• It involves making choices ex. What you will say, what face you’ll make
• It takes place in different contexts
  – Synchronous communication: interactions can take place in real time
  – Asynchronous communication: interactions do not take place at a real time
• It is inevitable and irreversible - can’t take it back, but u can change it