COM 145-Chapter 1 review

What 4 needs can communication satisfy?

Physical, Identity, Social,Practical

What are the components of the Transactional Communication Model?

The back and forth communication. Who, says What, to Whom, in what Channel, with what effect

what is Noise in communication?

external, physiological and psychological distractions that interfere with the accurate transmission and reception of a message

What is the Senders job in communication?

To create and encode the message

What is the Channel of communication?

The medium to which the message is delivered; Email, txt, in person, voice mail, phone call, letter, etc

What is External Noise?

environmental

What is Internal Noise?

Psychological "not being fully present

What is Physiological Noise?

Physical

What is the receiver?

the recipant of a message who interprets and responds

What is internal noise?

the distraction from within, psychological noise such as illness, deafness, fatigue, hunger, tired, etc.

define communication competence?

successful and meaningful communication with others that benefits all

what is the distinguishing factor found in Interpersonal Communication?

Quality

Name and define the 4 characteristics of Communication Competence?

Cognitive Complexity- Examine from different angles, Empathy - to understand from an others perspective, Commitment, Self-monitoring-Highs & Lows, over thinkers & communication lacking a filter

List the 5 Principles of Communication?

Intentional or unintentional, Non verbal, Unrepeatable, Irreversible, Content & Relational Demension

4 misconceptions of communication?

meaning is in people not words, less is more, can agree to disagree, does not solve all problems

5 Basic Needs of Personal Communication and HOW they satisfy our 5 basic needs?

Physical (air, h20, rest), Safety (protection), Social (relational-friends, family), Self Esteem (valuable), Self Actualization (be all we can be)

4 Communication Misconceptions?

more words are not always better, meanings are not in words but people, flawed understanding or clarity, doesn't solve all problems

Why do we communicate?

Maslows Hierarchy: physical both psychological and physiological, Identity, Social Needs, Practical goals (getting stuff done)

What is the difference between Interpersonal and Impersonal communication?

Quality