LESSON 1: Types of Noise

Question 1

the elements in the communication process which might block or hinder successful communication

Answer 1

Process Noise

Question 2

any physical distractions that divert out attention from receiving the intended message

Answer 2

Physical Noise

Question 3

hinders understanding of the message mostly due to vagueness in words, sentences, or symbols used by the sender

Answer 3

Semantic Noise

Question 4

includes 3 important concepts:

a) Field of experience - includes people’s experiences, values, and biases
b) Filtering - when we tune in to only what we want to hear
c) Psychological distance - involves behavior between people

Answer 4

Psychosocial Noise