Pharos University In Alexandria Faculty of Mass communication Communication Skills

1. Pharos University In Alexandria Faculty of Mass communication Communication Skills Dr. EnjyMahmoud Week #:3 Lecture #:3 Fall 2013-2014 By Dr EnjyMahmoud

2. Verbal & Nonverbal Communication • Verbal Communication • The encoding of messages into words, either written or spoken • Nonverbal • The encoding of messages by means of facial expressions, body language, and styles of dress.

3. Verbal-nonverbal communication Verbal communication is the use of words to get across a message. Nonverbal communication is the use of physical actions, such as facial. Non Verbal communication • Paralinguistic and nonlinguistic messages that can be transmitted in relation with language or without the aid of language. • communication in a form other than written or spoken words, such as facial expressions or body language.

4. Functions of Non-verbal Communication • Conveys our mood/state of mind • Conveys interpersonal feelings • supports our verbal message if we are speaking provides feedback, assurance etc if we are listening Nonverbal communication (NVC): 1. Is usually understood as the process of communication through sending and receiving wordless messages 2. Such messages can be communicated through body language or facial expression and eye contact;

5. Nonverbal communication is made up of the following parts: • 1. Visual • 2. Tactile • 3. Vocal • 4. Use of time, space, and image 1. Visual: This often called body language and includes facial expression, eye movement, posture, and posture can indicate self-confidence, aggressiveness, fear, guilt, or anxiety. 2. Tactile: This involves the use of touch to impart meaning as in a handshake, a pat on the back, an arm around the shoulder, a kiss, or a hug.

6. 3. Vocal: • Vocal meanings vary across cultures • 4. Use of Time as Nonverbal Communication: • Use of time can communicate how we view our own status and power in relation to others.