CMN 1148 Chapter 1: Communication Chapter 1.pdf
22 Oct 2014
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Analysis of a scenario using the aristotelian framework. Simultaneous nature of communication and interchangeability of roles. Communication has a relational, as well as a content, dimension. Communication benefits from shared fields of experience. Sending and receiving occurs simultaneously, with both verbal and nonverbal ele- ments. Become acquainted with the most popular communication models; Become familiar with communication terminology; identify what we can learn from the communication models; Understand how to apply the principles of communication to your everyday life; Understand the reasons for communication breakdowns; and learn about how to communicate effectively. This chapter introduces several communication models and discusses what we can learn about the everyday communication process from them. The chapter covers the models developed by aristotle, Harold lasswell, claude e. shannon and warren weaver, wilbur schramm, frank dance, dean. The models fall into four categories: linear, interactive, transactional, and critical.
