Oral communication Worksheet no.

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Functions, Nature and Process of Communication

I. OBJECTIVE

At the end of this activity, the student can explain the functions, nature and process of communication (EN11/12OC-
Ia-2). Specifically, the student is expected to:

1. Determine the role of the elements of communication in a communication process

2. Explain the nature and process of communication by identifying the role of its components
3. Explain each function of communication by citing a sample scenario or interaction for each function

II. DISCUSSION

Communication is a process of sharing and conveying messages or information from one person to another within and across
channels, contexts, media, and cultures (McCornack, 2014). There is a wide variety of contexts and situations in which communication
can be manifested; it can be a face-to-face interaction, a phone conversation, a group discussion, a meeting or interview, a letter
correspondence, a class recitation, and many others.

Elements of Communication
1. Speaker – the source of information or message
2. Message – the information, ideas, or thoughts conveyed by the speaker in words or in actions
3. Encoding – the process of converting the message into words, actions, or other forms that the speaker understands
4. Channel – the medium or the means, such as personal or non-personal, verbal or nonverbal, in which the encoded message is
conveyed
5. Decoding – the process of interpreting the encoded message of the speaker by the receiver
6. Receiver – the recipient of the message, or someone who decodes the message
7. Feedback – the reactions, responses, or information provided by the receiver
8. Context – the environment where communication takes place
9. Barrier – the factors that affect the flow of communication

Nature of Communication
1. Communication is a process.
2. Communication occurs between two or more people (the speaker and the receiver).
3. Communication can be expressed through written or spoken words, actions (nonverbal), or both spoken words and nonverbal
actions at the same time.

Process of Communication
1. The speaker generates an idea.
2. The speaker encodes an idea or converts the idea into words or actions.
3. The speaker transmits or sends out a message.
4. The receiver gets the message.
5. The receiver decodes or interprets the message based on the context.
6. The receiver sends or provides feedback.

Functions of Communication
1. Control – Communication functions to control behavior.
2. Social Interaction – Communication allows individuals to interact with others.
3. Motivation – Communication motivates or encourages people to live better.
4. Emotional expression – Communication facilitates people’s expression of their feelings and emotions.
5. Information dissemination – Communication functions to convey information.
Reference/s:
* Oral Communication Learner’s Material

III. INSTRUCTION/ACTIVITY PROPER

Activity 1. Determine whether a statement about the role of the elements of communication is true or false. Write TRUE if the
statement is true and if it is FALSE, change the underlined word to make it correct. Write your answer on the space provided.

__________1. Context refers to the reactions, responses, or information provided by the receiver
__________2. Decoding is the information, ideas, or thoughts conveyed by the speaker in words or in actions
__________3. Barrier refers to the factors that affect the flow of communication
__________4. The medium or the means, such as personal or non-personal, verbal or nonverbal, in which the encoded message is
conveyed, is referred to as channel
__________5. Feedback is the process of interpreting the encoded message of the speaker by the receiver
__________6. The environment where communication takes place is called message
__________7. The source of information or message is called speaker
__________8. Receiver is the recipient of the message, or someone who decodes the message
__________9. Encoding is the process of converting the message into words, actions, or other forms that the speaker understands
__________10. The receiver is also called the listener.

Activity 2. In a paragraph form, explain the nature and process of communication by identifying the role of its components. Write your
answer inside the box. 10 pts.

Source

Feedback Message

Receiver Channel

Criteria for scoring :

Content----------------5
Relevance-------------3
Cleanliness-----------2
10
Activity 3. Cite a sample scenario or interaction for each function of communication. Write at least 2 statements explaining why such
scenario shows a particular function of communication. 2 pts each.

Control

Information
Social Interaction
Dissemiation

Functions of
Communication

Emotional Expression Motivation

Criteria for scoring :

Content----------------1
Relevance-------------1

IV. GUIDE QUESTIONS

1. What is communication?
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2. What is the nature of communication?
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3. What are the elements and functions of communication?
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4. How does understanding occur in a communication process?
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V. REFLECTION

Is effective communication important? How can we benefit from practicing effective communication?

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Prepared by:

RHENLYN O. RELUYA
Teacher I

Attested by:

VENUS C. SANCHEZ BRENLY B. MENDOZA

Subject Group Head – FEH HT IV/Assistant School Principal - SHS

Approved by:

JESSICA U. SAYSON
Secondary School Principal IV