Communication

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Communication

• What is it?

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The Dictionary Definition

• a verbal or written message
• a technique for expressing ideas effectively

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The Definition for this Class
a process by which information is exchanged
between individuals through a common system of
symbols, signs, or behavior
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Communication Characteristics

• Communication is a Transaction
• Communication is Learned
• Communication is Governed by Rules
• Communication is Inevitable
• Communication is Irreversible
• Communication is Unrepeatable

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Types of Communication

• Intrapersonal Communication within yourself
• Interpersonal Communication with other people
• Small Group Communication with teams and peer
  groups, 4-6 people
• Organizational Communication within businesses
  and bureaucracies
• Public Communication with your classroom or
  similar audience
• Mass Communication with the nation and world
  via television or radio

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Why do we communicate?

• To discover information about yourself, other
  people, and the world around you
• To relate to enter into and maintain
  relationships
• To help
• To persuade
• To play pleasure, escape and relaxation

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In Conclusion

• If you can master your communication skills, you
  can get what you want. You will be a better
  persuader, a more effective listener, a better
  citizen and more able to enjoy social events.
• Good Luck on your Communication Journey!