COMM 245 Lecture Notes - Lecture 1: Interpersonal Communication, Interaction Model
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Occurs between two or more people within the context of a relationship. See yourself through others" eyes and their communication. Allows exchange of values, morals, ethics, and religion. Practical, everyday tasks and activities: the action model of communication. Adds to the action model by explaining communication as a two-way process. Best reflects the complexities of interpersonal communication, but adds: Both parties in convo are sends and receivers. Explains that our field of experience (gender, culture, social class) affects. Perceptual filter - looking from different perspectives. Examples: talking on the phone, interview, face-to-face conversation our communication. Relies on multiple channel (modes in which we communicate) Filter communication through perception, experiences, biases, beliefs. ; evolves and changes with people and culture. Content dimension - literal aspect of message. Relational dimension - ideas about your connection with another. Changes the meaning of the messages depending on who says it. Example: mom vs. stranger say you look good today .
