COMM 112R Lecture 1: Chapter 1 Notes
6 Oct 2015
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Other-oriented: focus on others around you; results in heightened awareness. Human communication: process of making sense of the world and sharing that sense with others by creating meaning through the use of verbal and nonverbal messages. Interpersonal communication: distinctive, transactional form of human communication involving mutual influence, usually for purpose of managing relationships. I-it and i-thou relationships: i-it is self-centered; i-thou is more sincere. Small group communication: usually three to fifteen individuals. Relationship; each person is treated as special, and there is true dialogue and honest sharing of self with others. Interpersonal communication often involves communicating with someone you care about, such as a good friend or family member. Connects us to others: we communicate constantly; communication is inescapable; inferences - people judge by behavior, not intent. Is irreversible: modifying the message can happen but the damage is already done; communication cannot be uncreated. Is complicated: communication is used to reduce uncertainty; usage of symbols (words, images, memes, etc.
