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Lec-1 (Main) Communication and Elements

Communication is the process of sharing information, ideas, or feelings through various means such as speaking, writing, or gestures. It consists of several components including sender, encoding, message, channel, receiver, decoding, feedback, context, and noise, each playing a crucial role in effective communication. Understanding these elements and minimizing noise can enhance clarity and understanding in interactions.

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Lec-1 (Main) Communication and Elements

Communication is the process of sharing information, ideas, or feelings through various means such as speaking, writing, or gestures. It consists of several components including sender, encoding, message, channel, receiver, decoding, feedback, context, and noise, each playing a crucial role in effective communication. Understanding these elements and minimizing noise can enhance clarity and understanding in interactions.

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Definition and Components of Communication

Definition of Communication:
Communication is how we share information, ideas, or feelings with others.
We can do this by talking, writing, using hand gestures, or even through facial
expressions. It helps us express ourselves and understand what others are
saying.

Elements/Components of Communication:
1. Sender (Source):
o Who? The person or group who starts the conversation.
o Role: They create and send the message.
o Example: If you call a friend, you are the sender.
2. Encoding:
o What? Turning thoughts or ideas into words, symbols, or gestures.
o Role: Helps the sender express their message clearly.
o Example: Choosing the right words and tone for an email.
3. Message:
o What? The information or idea being shared.
o Role: It is the main thing the sender wants to communicate.
o Example: Tell a friend about your weekend plans.
4. Channel:
o What? The way the message is sent.
o Role: It delivers the message from sender to receiver.
o Example: Talking on the phone, texting, emailing, or meeting in
person.
5. Receiver:
o Who: The person or group who gets the message.
o Role: They interpret and understand the message sent by the
sender.
o Example: Your friend who listens to or reads your message.
6. Decoding:
o What: The process by which the receiver interprets or makes
sense of the message.
o Role: It transforms the symbols or words back into ideas or
feelings.
o Example: Understanding the tone and context of your friend’s
reply.
7. Feedback:
o What: The response the receiver sends back to the sender.
o Role: It lets the sender know whether the message was
understood correctly.
o Example: Your friend replying, “That sounds fun!” or asking,
“What time?”
8. Context:
o What: The environment or situation in which the communication
takes place.
o Role: It influences how the message is sent, received, and
interpreted.
o Example: A formal business meeting vs. a casual chat with friends.
9. Noise:
Noise is anything that disrupts the communication of a message. It can
come from distractions, unclear language, or cultural differences.
Reducing noise helps in better understanding.
Types of Noise in Communication:
Psychological Noise:
This happens when emotions or mental state affect how a message is
understood.
Example: Feeling anxious or uncomfortable can make it hard to focus on
a conversation.
Physical Noise:
External sounds or distractions that interrupt communication.
Examples:
People talking in the background
Loud music
Sudden noises
Semantic Noise:
Occurs when people misunderstand each other due to differences in
language, vocabulary, or culture.
Examples:
Speaking different languages
Using complex or unfamiliar words
Cultural differences leading to misinterpretation
To improve communication, try to minimize these types of noise!

7Cs of Communication
Q: Why effective communication is important in
professional life?

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