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:

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

EyesTone of voiceHand 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?