PURCOMM

• What is the origin of the word "communication"?

  It comes from the Latin "communicare"
• Why is the meaning of communication not limited to models and cycles?

  It should be defined from a purposive perspective
• What does the linear perspective of communication emphasize?

  It emphasizes one-way communication from sender to receiver
• How does the interactive perspective of communication differ from the linear perspective?

  It involves two-way communication and exchange of information
• What does the etymological perspective of communication highlight?

  It highlights the need for common understanding
• What is the symbolic perspective of communication?

  It uses symbols to represent thoughts and ideas
• How does the pragmatic perspective define communication?

  As sign-mediated interaction following specific rules
• Who is the origin of the message in communication?

  The sender
• What is the role of the receiver in communication?

  The receiver decodes and interprets the message
• What does the message in communication consist of?

  Thoughts, feelings, ideas, and attitudes
• What is the channel in communication?

  The route followed by the message to reach the receiver
• What is feedback in communication?

  The response of the receiver to the message
• What does the setting or environment refer to in communication?

  Conditions in which communication occurs
• What is noise in communication?

  Anything that interferes with the message's meaning
• What is environmental noise?

  Noise that physically disrupts communication
• What does physiological-impairment noise refer to?

  Physical ailments that prevent correct message reception
• What is semantic noise?

  Different interpretations of word meanings
• What does syntactical noise involve?

  Mistakes in grammar affecting communication clarity
• What is organizational noise?

  Poorly structured organization of ideas in communication
• What does cultural noise refer to?

  Interference caused by cultural differences
• What are the five basic principles of communication?

  1. Communication is a process
  2. Communication is a system
  3. Communication is both interactional and transactional
  4. Communication can be intentional or unintentional
  5. Communication is dynamic
• What does it mean that communication is a process?

  It is an activity that moves forward from a beginning point
• How is communication considered a system?

  It involves interrelated parts that affect one another
• What does it mean that communication is interactional and transactional?

  It involves both interaction and simultaneous exchange
• What is intentional communication?

  A message purposely sent to a specific receiver
• What is unintentional communication?

  A message not intended to be sent
• What is the purpose of communication to discover?

  To learn about oneself and the external world
• How does communication help us relate?

  It connects us with friends and family
• What is the purpose of communication to persuade?

  To change the behavior and attitude of others
• How does communication serve the purpose to play?

  It provides entertainment and attention-seeking
• What is a misconception about communication regarding problem-solving?

  Communication does not guarantee problem-solving
• What is the misconception that more communication is better?

  Quality of communication matters more than quantity
• What does it mean that communication can break down?

  People engaged in communication can break down
• What is the misconception about meanings being in words?

  Meanings are given by people, not words
• Why is communication not a natural ability?

  It requires understanding and opportunities to practice
• What is the Aristotelian model of communication?

  A one-way model for public speaking
• What is the focus of Shannon and Weaver’s communication model?

  It introduces the concept of noise in communication
• What does Berlo’s communication model emphasize?

  The message as the central element of communication
• How does Schramm’s communication model differ from others?

  It allows for simultaneous encoding and decoding
• What does the Helical model of communication represent?

  Continuity and accumulation in communication