*the sending and receiving of information to achieve understanding *the social process by which people in a specific context construct meaning using symbolic behavior Chapter 1-Lesson 1 What is communication?

1. Communication is human. *4 channels of communication reading, writing, speaking, listening speaking & listening=speech communication

2. Communication is a social process of constructing meaning. *The interpretation of words depends on life experiences, values, feelings at the time.

3. Communication is contextual. *It is influenced by the time and place of the communication. *Speech communication is unique because it allows for face to face contact and immediate feedback.

4. Communication is symbolic. *It relies on verbal symbols. (words, languages) *It relies on non verbal symbols.

Chapter 1-Lesson 2 What are some types of communication? 1. intrapersonal communication- communication within oneself (your little voice) 2. interpersonal communication- communication between people as individuals

communication between 2 people (dyad=2) dyadic/one to one-communication

3 or more people communicating with a common purpose *to answer a question *to make a decision *to solve a problem small group-

1 or more senders communicating with a large group of receivers (an audience that is physically present) ie: play, pastor/priest & congregation, public speaking, lawyer, teacher public-

1 or more senders communicating with an unlimited number of receivers who are not physically present -through media (radio, TV, newspaper, etc.) mass-

to inform to persuade to express feelings to express imagination to perform social rituals Chapter 1-Lesson 3 Reasons to communicate

Chapter 1-Lesson 4 What are some misconceptions of communication? 1. Communication is always valuable. -cruel (making fun of people, insults) -unethical (lying, cheating, breaking promises) -inappropriate (gossip, talking in class/church) -unwise (saying too much, sharing info that could hurt you later)

2. Communication is the solution to all problems. ie: wars, divorce, making people like you 3. More communication is always better. ie: nagging, arguing, “making a mountain out of a molehill”

4. Meanings are determined by words alone. Words can mean more than 1 thing. Words carry emotional and/or cultural associations. (connotation) Word meanings can be affected by non verbal behaviors. (sarcasm)

5. Communication is simple. difficulties speaking (physiological, psychological) difficulties finding the right words for the situation ie: asking someone out, sharing emotions (love, sorrow)