1. WHAT IS COMMUNICATION?

2. COMMUNICATION Different types of communication:  One to one conversations  Group conversations  Formal communication  Informal communication  Verbal communication  Non-verbal communication

3. COMMUNICATION Verbal and non-verbal forms of communication:  Using signs and symbols  Sign language  Written communication  Art, music, drama and crafts

4. COMMUNCATION  Pictures and reference objects  Visual technology and electronics  The Media – e.g. radio, television  Braille  Text messages

5. THE COMMUNICATION CIRCLE The Circle  Having the idea  Creating the message  Sending the message  Message is received  Message is analyzed  Message is understood

6. WHAT IS COMMUNICATION? DISCUSS

7. WHAT IS COMMUNICATION?  A means of exchanging information  A means of promoting relationships and offering support and assistance

8. COMMUNICATION  Even though spoken language is quite a specific means of communication, body language and the eyes play an important part when communicating with others.  It is believed that body language is responsible for conveying over 90% of the true meaning of a message.

9. COMMUNICATION – What is being expressed by the following faces? Discuss.

10. ELEMENTS WHICH AFFECT EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION Eyes Tone of voice Hand and arms Gestures Tilt of head Face Posture Muscle Tension

11. COMMUNICATION What is being said in this conversation?

12. COMMUNICATION What is being said in this conversation?

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