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WHAT IS COMMUNICATION?. COMMUNICATION. Different types of communication: One to one conversations Group conversations Formal communication Informal communication Verbal communication Non-verbal communication. COMMUNICATION. Verbal and non-verbal forms of communication:
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COMMUNICATION Different types of communication: • One to one conversations • Group conversations • Formal communication • Informal communication • Verbal communication • Non-verbal communication
COMMUNICATION Verbal and non-verbal forms of communication: • Using signs and symbols • Sign language • Written communication • Art, music, drama and crafts
COMMUNCATION • Pictures and reference objects • Visual technology and electronics • The Media – e.g. radio, television • Braille • Text messages
THE COMMUNICATION CIRCLE The Circle • Having the idea • Creating the message • Sending the message • Message is received • Message is analyzed • Message is understood
WHAT IS COMMUNICATION? DISCUSS
WHAT IS COMMUNICATION? • A means of exchanging information • A means of promoting relationships and offering support and assistance
COMMUNICATION • Even though spoken language is quite a specific means of communication, body language and the eyes play an important part when communicating with others. • It is believed that body language is responsible for conveying over 90% of the true meaning of a message.
COMMUNICATION – What is being expressed by the following faces? Discuss.
ELEMENTS WHICH AFFECT EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION Eyes Tone of voice Hand and arms Gestures Tilt of head Face Posture Muscle Tension
COMMUNICATION What is being said in this conversation?
COMMUNICATION What is being said in this conversation?
COMMUNICATION What is being said in this conversation?
COMMUNICATION What is being said in this conversation?
COMMUNICATION What is being said in this conversation?