Week 2 Learning Outcomes Flashcards
What are the elements of communication?
Elements of communication include sender, message, medium, receiver, and feedback.
These elements interact to facilitate effective communication.
List the diverse ways in which people communicate.
- Verbal communication
- Non-verbal communication
- Written communication
- Visual communication
- Digital communication
Each mode has unique characteristics and contexts.
What are the functions of communication?
Functions of communication include informing, persuading, expressing emotions, and building relationships.
These functions help individuals navigate social interactions.
What are the modes of communication?
- Spoken language
- Sign language
- Body language
- Written text
- Visual aids
Each mode serves different purposes based on context.
What role does a speech pathologist play in communication?
A speech pathologist assesses, diagnoses, and treats communication disorders to support effective communication and participation.
Their work often includes therapy and rehabilitation.
True or False: Non-verbal communication is the only form of communication.
False
Communication can occur through various modalities, including verbal and written forms.
Fill in the blank: The _______ is the person who sends the message in communication.
[sender]
The sender initiates the communication process.
What is the significance of feedback in communication?
Feedback allows the sender to know whether the message was understood as intended.
It is crucial for effective communication.
List some barriers to effective communication.
- Language differences
- Cultural misunderstandings
- Emotional states
- Environmental distractions
- Physical impairments
Recognizing these barriers can help improve communication strategies.
What would be different about being multilingual versus monolingual?
- Better brain function (memory, problem-solving, delayed dementia)
- Stronger communication skills (code-switching, language awareness)
- Greater cultural understanding (connect with more people)
- More job opportunities (global careers, travel advantages)
- Monolinguals master one language deeply but have fewer cross-cultural experiences.
What is communication?
Communication involves speaking, hearing, listening, understanding, social skills, reading, writing and using voice.
Communication is the active process of exchanging information and ideas.
What are the diverse ways in which people communicate?
People communicate through personalized movements, gestures, objects, vocalizations, verbalizations, signs, pictures, symbols, printed words, and output from augmentative and alternative (AAC) devices.
This includes both verbal and non-verbal means.
What does literacy involve in the context of communication?
Literacy involves reading, understanding what is read, and communicating in written form.
Literacy is a crucial aspect of effective communication.
What is the role of a speech pathologist?
A speech pathologist supports communication and participation.
Their role includes addressing difficulties with speaking, listening, understanding language, reading, writing, social skills, stuttering, and using voice.
True or False: Communication is a basic human right.
True.
According to the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, everyone has the right to freedom of opinion and expression.
What are the functions of communication?
- Informative
- Instructive
- Persuasive
- Motivation
- Aesthetic
- Therapeutic/Emotional Expression
- Regulation or control
- Social Interaction
Each function serves a different purpose in human interaction.
Fill in the blank: Communication is not limited to using your _______.
voice.
What are the five models of communication?
- Visual
- Aural
- Linguistic
- Spatial
- Gestural
These models represent different means through which communication can occur.
What is the difference between speech and language?
Speech refers to the pronunciation and articulation of words, while language involves using and understanding words to exchange ideas.
Speech is about how words are produced, while language is about the meaning behind those words.
What is social communication?
Social communication involves interpreting the context of a conversation, understanding non-verbal cues, and the social rules of communication needed to develop relationships.
It is essential for effective interpersonal interactions.
What does fluency refer to in communication?
Fluency refers to the progression or continuity over words and phrases.
Fluency disorders can include stuttering and cluttering.
What is the importance of the sender and receiver in communication?
Communication requires a sender and receiver for effective expression, understanding, and interpretation.
This social process is fundamental to the act of communicating.
What does the term ‘multifactorial’ mean in the context of communication?
Communication is multifactorial, meaning it involves many elements that require interpretation in every interaction.
