nature and proccess of communication

• Communication


  From the Latin term 'comunicare' which means to share or to make common
• Communication


  • A two-way process of connecting to both living and non-living things
  • A means of sharing and exchanging messages, information, ideas and feelings for mutual understanding
• Nature of communication


  It is a process, it is interactive, it can be expressed through written or spoken words, actions, or non-verbal
• Elements of communication


  • Sender/Speaker
  • Message
  • Encoding
  • Channel
  • Decoding
  • Receiver
  • Feedback
  • Context
  • Barrier
• Communication process


  1. Sender generates an idea

  2. Encodes it into a message

  3. Delivers it through a channel

  4. Receiver decodes/interprets the message based on context

  5. Feedback is sent back

  6. Sender and receiver may exchange roles until understanding is achieved
• Communication is systematic and the exchange of information and messages in society has advanced with technology
• Understanding the process of communication can help avoid misunderstandings or miscommunication