What are the main elements present in any communication event according to the chapter?
The main elements present in any communication event include the source, receiver, message, channel, and shared meaning.
In a communication event, the source creates a message through encoding, while the receiver interprets this message through decoding. The message itself consists of thoughts and ideas expressed both verbally and nonverbally. The channel refers to the medium through which the message is delivered, such as live speech or digital platforms. Additionally, shared meaning is crucial, as it represents the mutual understanding between the speaker and the audience, which is co-created during the communication process.
Key points
- Source (sender) creates a message
- Receiver interprets the message
- Message consists of thoughts and ideas
- Channel is the medium of delivery
- Shared meaning is the mutual understanding between speaker and audience
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A Pocket Guide to Public Speaking
Dan O'Hair & Hannah Rubenstein & Rob Stewart
SIXTH EDITION · Bedford/St. Martin’s