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Nonverbal Communication. Chapter 4. Nonverbal Communication. Nonverbal communication is information communicated without using words. Role of Nonverbal Communication. In Communicating Effectively Nonverbal communication is a critical and significant portion of any communication situation.
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Nonverbal Communication Chapter 4
Nonverbal Communication Nonverbal communication is information communicated without using words.
Role of Nonverbal Communication In Communicating Effectively Nonverbal communication is a critical and significant portion of any communication situation. In Strategic Flexibility Nonverbal communication is important in conversation management.
Elements of Communication Model Figure 4-1 Information from the Elements in the Communication Model
Verbal Linear Follows specific rules of structure and grammar Culture- and context- bound meanings Nonverbal Holistic Spontaneous Verbal & Nonverbal Communication The differences between verbal and nonverbal communication include:
Nonverbal Communication on the Internet • Emoticons • Ideas you choose to discuss • Language choices, spelling and grammar, paragraphing, and sentence construction • Technology knowledge and use • Simple things (i.e. response time, accuracy) • How well you know your receiver
Characteristics Characteristics of nonverbal communication: Culturally determined May conflict with verbal messages Largely unconscious Shows your feelings and attitudes Varies by gender Displays power
Types of Nonverbal Communication Paralanguage Rate Pitch Volume Quality Vocal Fillers Continued
Types of Nonverbal Communication Body Movement Emblems Illustrators Regulators Displays of feelings Adaptors Continued
Types of Nonverbal Communication Anger Contempt Disgust Fear Happiness Sadness Surprise
Types of Nonverbal Communication Eye Messages Attractiveness Clothing Uniforms Occupational dress Leisure clothing Costumes Continued
Types of Nonverbal Communication * Body Adornment (tattoos) * Space and Distance Proxemics – how we use space and distance. Territory Intimate distance Personal distance Social distance Public distance
Four Distance Zones Figure 4-3 The Four Distance Zones
Types of Nonverbal Communication Touch (Haptics) Smell Time (Chronemics) Manners Silence
Functions of Nonverbal Communication Complement Regulate Substitute Accent
Controlling Nonverbal Communication Self-awareness Controlling emotions