Vocabulary 1
A regional language pattern is referred to as this.
What is dialect?
What is the process for exchanging ideas and creating meaning?
Communication
What is the communication imperative?
The concept that you are ALWAYS communicating.
Define stereotype.
oversimplified image or idea
Define a misperception and give an example.
a flawed conclusion
Sensing, interpreting, evaluating, and responding are together referred to as
listening
This refers to a specialized vocabulary such as "truck," "caballerial," or "bonk" in skateboarding.
What is jargon?
Describe the difference between an attitude and a mood.
Attitude - general opinion or feeling
Mood - feelings at a particular point in time
Explain positive academic listening with examples.
concentration, preparation, knowing key terms, note-taking, paraphrasing, summarizing
What is a snap judgment?
immediate, premature conclusion
Using your senses to gather and interpret information is called
perception
If communication includes both verbal and non-verbal, it is considered this.
What is multi-channeled?
What is the term used to describe yourself?
Self-concept
Why do different people's perceptions differ? Give an example.
Background, physical functions, mood and focus all affect perception
Describe a non-verbal message.
gestures, eye contact, posture, expression, proxemics
The use of space in communication is called what?
proxemics
Anything that blocks or distorts communication is referred to as this.
Interference
Exchanges with others that may affect self-concept are called:
Interactions
List the four stages of listening an explain a bit about each.
sensing, interpreting, evaluating, responding
Using your brain to assign meaning is called this:
interpreting
This is a non-literal expression.
What is an idiom?
Sorting information and ideas by characteristics is called this:
What is organizing?
What are the features of oral language?
symbols; acceptance of meaning, grammar, flexibility, change
each of these gives clarity and effectiveness to communication
How would a person adapt a message to change in a situation, for a specific purpose, or audience?
formality and style changes should be described
Explain the concepts of socially and ethically responsible communication.
honesty, politeness, understanding, helpfulness, and willing to change