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Exploring the fundamentals of communication, this overview delves into verbal and non-verbal human interactions, animal and plant signaling, and the evolution of communication technologies. It highlights the role of communication in fostering cooperation and symbiotic relationships, emphasizing its importance in societal progress and the natural world.
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Communication is the dynamic process of exchanging information between individuals or entities
Shannon-Weaver Model
The Shannon-Weaver model depicts communication as a linear process involving a source, message, medium, and receiver
Transactional Model
The transactional model views communication as a simultaneous and interactive process between sender and receiver
Communication studies is the academic field dedicated to examining the complex interactions of communication
Verbal communication uses language to convey messages through spoken, written, or signed forms
Types of Non-Verbal Communication
Non-verbal communication includes gestures, body language, facial expressions, and tactile signals
Interpersonal vs. Intrapersonal Communication
Non-verbal communication can occur between individuals (interpersonal) or within an individual (intrapersonal)
Communicative competence is the ability to effectively and appropriately send and interpret messages in a given context
Animals use various forms of communication, such as vocalizations and body language, for essential activities like courtship, mating, and defense
Plants communicate through biochemical signals, such as emitting volatile organic compounds to warn neighboring plants of predators
Interspecies communication occurs between different species, such as the way flowers use visual cues to attract pollinators
The invention of writing, printing press, and electronic media have revolutionized communication practices
Digital communication, such as between computers, is a result of technological advancements
Communication technology has diversified mediums and introduced new forms of interaction, shaping the way we share information
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______ is the process where information is shared between individuals or groups.
Communication
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The academic field that explores the intricate interactions of sharing information is known as ______ studies.
Communication
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Forms of Verbal Communication
Spoken, written, signed language to convey messages.
