CMN 279 Chapter Notes - Chapter 1: Nonverbal Communication
16 Jan 2012
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Semantics: the study of the words and symbols we choose. Semiotics: the study of how meaning is assigned and understood. The communication process y communication understood in terms of being: Situated: embedded in a particular environment or socio-cultural context. Relational: involves the ability to interact effectively and ethically according to what is needed at a given moment. Transactional: co-operative activity in which people adapt to one another y. Process of transferring data from a sender to a receiver as efficiently and accurately as possible. Elements of the communication process y message: any type of oral, written, or non-verbal communication that is transmitted by a sender to an y audience. Feedback: receiver s response to a message that confirms if the original message was received and understood. Interpersonal communication interactional process between two people. Small-group communication interaction process that occurs among three or more (up to 20) Organizational communication hierarchical social system composed of interdependent groups focused on common goals.
