communication is about. COMMUNICATION Communication is the process of expressing and exchanging information, thoughts, ideas and feelings. It is a process of sharing and conveying messages or information from one person to another within and across channels, contexts, media and cultures. Examples of communication situations: - A dad giving advice to his son - A coach talking to his players - A class recitation - A group discussion 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 words (verbal), actions (nonverbal), or both at the same time. ELEMENTS OF COMMUNICATION THE SPEAKER - The source of information or message. - The information, ideas, or thoughts conveyed by the speaker in words or in actions. MESSAGE The process of converting the message into words, actions or other forms that the speaker understands ENCODING The medium or the means in which the encoded message is conveyed. CHANNEL The process of interpreting the encoded message of the speaker by the receiver. DECODING The recipient of the message, or someone who decodes the message. RECEIVER The reactions, responses, or information provided by the receiver. The environment where communication takes place. The factors that affect the flow of communication. BARRIER