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___________ is a collection of symbols used to convey messages and meaning between individuals. It is learned and governed by rules. Language
Society and _______ influence the words that we speak, and the words that we speak influence society and __________. Culture
_____________ communication generates meaning using behavior(s) other than words. Nonverbal Communication
___________ is the communicative process by which your brain reconstructs vibrations in your ear into a representation with meaning. Listening
Language has 5 basic functions. When language is _________, we can share observations, thoughts, feelings or needs. Expressive
__________ are new words that are developed when words are borrowed from other languages, invented or their existing meanings change. Neologisms
When messages or communication climates are ___________, language brings us together. Supportive
We learn this type of language from early societal interactions; they include Q&As, greetings & responses, and compliments & gratitude. Adjacency Pairs
________ swearing is generally used in a friendly context as part of a conversation; ________ swearing is used when the speaker is irritated or angry. Social swearing and Annoyance swearing
Listening is a process with 5 stages, including receiving, ________, recalling, evaluating and responding. Interpreting
This type of listening is the most basic type. We use it to scan and monitor our surroundings and is the foundation for all other listening skills. Discriminative Listening
This is often thought of as the most challenging form of listening; it requires open-mindedness and civility and is key for maintaining relationships. Empathetic Listening
This type of dysfunctional listening occurs when the listener only pretends to listen. Pseudolistening
_______ cultures have a strong emphasis on independence, self-sufficiency, and are generally more speaker-oriented. Individualistic Cultures
Interpersonal communication involves two-way interactions between people whose lives mutually ______ one another in unique ways. Impact, Influence, or Affect
This is an expressed struggle between at least two interdependent people who perceive their goals to be incompatible. Conflict
In this style of conflict management, the focus is solely on winning. With a low concern for the interests of others, this style often leads to aggression. Competing
This theory suggests our earliest emotional connections and relationships dictate how we handle our emotions as we age. Attachment Theory
The Johari Model of ___________ suggests we don’t know everything about Self Disclosure
There are 6 types of nonverbal communication. One such type is body movements. This is the school of thought that studies body movements. Kinesics
Nonverbal, vocal messages are identified as ___________ Paralanguage
These physical objects convey meaning through social interactions. Examples include clothing and other apparel, and jewelry like wedding rings Artifacts
The study of how we use space is called _________ and includes distance and territory. Proxemics
Generally, this group of people are more nonverbally expressive and better at reading nonverbal behaviors. Women
Sentences Identical in words but not in vocal emphasis is an example of what kind of nonverbal communication Paralanguage
This is the process of creating meaning through symbolic interaction Communication
___________ is a form of communication that typically occurs in pairs between people whose lives influence each other. Interpersonal Communication
THIS COMMUNICATION ERA WAS NOTABLE FOR THE INVENTION OF THE TELEVISION AND RADIO. Audiovisual Era
To become a ___________ communicator, you should be a good listener and observe and learn from others’ behaviors. Competent
This is the process of selecting, organizing and interpreting information that helps us understand others’ behavior Perception
In this stage of the perception process, we meaningfully arrange the information we notice about people into categories. Organization
In this type of attribution, we connect a behavior to an individual’s personality, not a situation. Internal Attribution
This effect happens when our initial positive perceptions make us see other interactions with someone as positive, too Halo Effect
Our ___________ is our overall idea of who we are, including our moods, appearance, social traits and interests. Self Concept
When delivering an informational speech, you want to avoid doing this – in which you introduce too much information to your audience at once Informational Overload
This type of speaking aims to influence the beliefs, attitudes, values or behaviors of the audience. Persuasive speaking
Examples of this informative speaking technique include personalizing the speech with classmates’ names, asking for audience participation or requesting a show of hands. Getting the audience involved
This crucial element of any speech should be simple, attractive, appropriately sized and reliable. Visual Aid
This element of vocal delivery describes how “high” or “low” a speaker’s voice sounds Pitch
This is the dynamic attitudes, languages, beliefs, traditions, values and customs that people share and learn Culture
This type of cultural identity is assigned to us. Ascribed Identity
These cultural identities generally have access to more resources, influence & privilege, and are thought of as “accepted”. Dominant Identities
This theory of cultural development suggests identities are formed through our interactions with others Social Constructionism
We call communication ____________ when people with different cultural backgrounds interact. Intercultural
When choosing a topic for a speech, it should be right for the situation, right for you, one you have the resources to research, and right for your ____________ Your audience
This type of thinking reflects what you think “is or isn’t” or what is “true or false” and are less flexible than attitudes. Beliefs
A ____________is your own objective or roadmap for your speech. It should be specific, realistic and results-oriented. Purpose Statement
When using the internet to research a speech, you need to make sure websites are ____________. Credible
A ______________ IS ONE SENTENCE THAT SUMMARIZES THE CENTRAL IDEA OF YOUR SPEECH. IT IS DELIVERED DIRECTLY TO YOUR AUDIENCE IN YOUR introduction Thesis Statement
_______ _______ help a speaker reinforce their spoken content with graphs, charts, graphics, photographs or text. Visual Aids
A well-structured speech typically has this many main points. 3-5
During the __________ of your speech, you should establish your credibility, identify your thesis and preview your main points Introduction
The informative speech you gave in class used this type of delivery Extemporaneous
An informative speech about a ____________ details a step- by-step account of actions needed to accomplish a goal. Process
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