Flashcards on Fundamentals of Communication Process
Fundamentals of Communication Process: A Student's Guide
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Communication Process Components
11 cards
Card 1
Question: What is a visual channel in communication?
Answer: A channel using visual materials such as charts, graphs, and diagrams.
Card 2
Question: Give examples of an audio-visual channel.
Answer: Television and presentations.
Card 3
Question: List factors that influence the choice of communication channel.
Answer: 1. Nature of message 2. Urgency 3. Audience size 4. Cost 5. Confidentiality 6. Availability of technology
Card 4
Question: How does the choice of channel affect communication?
Answer: It determines communication speed, influences effectiveness, and affects understanding and feedback.
Card 5
Question: Who is the receiver in the communication process?
Answer: The person or group for whom the message is intended; they interpret and respond to the message.
Card 6
Question: What are key duties of the receiver?
Answer: Pay attention to the message, interpret correctly, provide feedback, and seek clarification if necessary.
Card 7
Question: Give an example of a receiver.
Answer: Students listening to a lecture.
Card 8
Question: What is decoding in communication?
Answer: The process by which the receiver interprets and understands the message.
Card 9
Question: What factors affect effective decoding?
Answer: Language proficiency, knowledge level, attention, context, and experience.
Card 10
Question: Provide an example of decoding.
Answer: A student interpreting instructions given by a lecturer.