Chapter 1

Question 1

What is the communication

Answer 1

Is a systemic process with and through symbol to create and interpret meaning

Question 2

Process

Answer 2

Ongoing and continuously in motion

Question 3

Systemic

Answer 3

Occurs in a system of interrelated part that affect one anothers

Question 4

Symbols

Answer 4

All language and many nonverbal behaviors

Question 5

Value of Communication:

Answer 5

1. Personal Identity and Health
2. Relationship
3. Professional Value
4. Cultural Values

Question 6

Model of Communication

Answer 6

1. Linear Models
2. Interactive Models
3. Transactional Model

Question 7

Linear Model

Answer 7

One way process in which one person acts on another person.

Ex: Noise, speaker

Question 8

Interactive Model

Answer 8

Receivers respond to senders.

Ex: feedback

Question 9

Transactional Model

Answer 9

Send and receive at the same time

Ex: Interpretting what someone says while nodding to show you are interested.

Question 10

Personal Identity and Health

Answer 10

1. We gain personal identity as we communicate with others. Ex: Your family tell you “you are smart”.
2. Influence your physical and emotional well-being

Question 11

Relationship

Answer 11

1. The primary way we connect with others
2. Used to solve problems and resolve conflict
3. Used for self-disclosure.

Question 12

Professional Value

Answer 12

Communication skill are closely linked to professional success. Ex: Doctors who do not listen well are less effective in treating patients.

Question 13

Cultural Value

Answer 13

Crucial for participation is society and for interacting with those from other cultures successfully.

Question 14

Breadth of the Field

Answer 14

1. Intrapersonal communication: within oneself
2. Interpersonal Communication: between 2 or more parties
3. Group Communication: Small groups or teams
4. Mass Communication and Digital Media: Traditional media
5. Public Communication: One person speaking to larger group.