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The Importance of Effective Communication. By: Corianne Myer November 28, 2011. Why Communication Is So Important. Human Beings are very social Communication is everything Communication is how we express wants and needs If there is an error in the communication process, confusion occurs
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The Importance of Effective Communication By: Corianne Myer November 28, 2011
Why Communication Is So Important • Human Beings are very social • Communication is everything • Communication is how we express wants and needs • If there is an error in the communication process, confusion occurs • Wants, needs, and basic conversation cannot be completed.
Forms of Communication • There are two forms of communication • Verbal Communication • Non-Verbal Communication • Examples of Non-Verbal Communication include: • Body Language • Eye Contact • Sign Language • Writing
What Makes Effective Communication? • The listener must successfully understand the message beingconveyed • How can you tell your communication was effective? • The message you were trying to convey gets a proper response. • Effective Communication Tips
What are Some Communication Barriers? • Physical Barriers • System Design • Individual Linguistic ability • Physiological barriers • Presentation of Information
Speech Disorders • Speech disorders can also effect good communication • Examples of Speech Disorders are: • Cluttering • Stuttering • Lisp • Speech Sound Disorder • Specific Language Impairment
How Can Poor Communication Be Fixed? • Speech Pathologists work with people who: • Cannot produce speech clearly • Voice problems involving inappropriate pitch or harsh voice • Those who have trouble understanding and producing language • Those who want to improve communication skills or modify an accent • Those with cognitive communication impairments
Conclusion • Effective communication is a very important part of life • Speech pathologist can help fix your communication problem • Effective communication that everyone can understandis important