Nature and Elements of

Communication
Lesson 1 Quarter 1
What is Communication?
 What is Communication?
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).
 What is Communication?
Communication is derived from the Latin word
communis, which means “to share”, that is, to
share ideas, concepts, feelings, and emotions,
among other shareable values (Bayani Santos,
Jr., Ph.D., Rudy Brul, Ph.D., Devine Liwanag
Reyes, Ph.D.)
Techniques to help
achieve effective
communication
 Active Listening
Pay full attention to the speaker, avoid
interrupting, and provide feedback to show
you're engaged and comprehending their
message.
 Clarity and Brevity
Express your ideas clearly and concisely,
avoiding unnecessary jargon or complex
language that might confuse your audience.
 Non-verbal Communication
Be aware of your body language, facial
expressions, and gestures, as they can enhance
or contradict your spoken words.
 Empathy and Understanding
Put yourself in the other person's shoes, try to
understand their perspective, and acknowledge
their feelings to create a sense of connection.
 Feedback loop
Encourage feedback from the listener to ensure
your message is being understood as intended
and make necessary adjustments.
 Adaptability
Tailor your communication style to the
preferences and needs of your audience,
considering factors like their background,
knowledge, and preferences.
 Stay on Topic
Maintain a clear focus on the subject at hand to
avoid confusion or straying into unrelated
discussions.
 Use Visual Aids
Incorporate visual aids like slides or diagrams to
enhance understanding, especially when
discussing complex topics.
 Ask open-ended
questions
Pose questions that encourage
deeper responses and foster
more meaningful conversations.
 Manage emotions
Keep your emotions in check, remain calm, and
avoid letting negative emotions overshadow the
message you're conveying.
 Practice Emphatic Silence
Allow moments of silence to give the other
person time to process and respond, especially
during emotionally charged discussions.
 Use analogies and examples
Make your message more relatable by using
analogies, metaphors, or real-life examples that
your audience can easily connect with.
 Cultural Sensitivity
Be mindful of cultural differences that might
influence communication norms and adapt your
approach accordingly.
 Avoid Assumptions
Don't assume the other person knows what
you're talking about – provide context and
background information when necessary.
 Summarize and recap
Periodically summarize key points to ensure
both parties are on the same page and to
reinforce important information.
Remember, effective communication is a skill
that takes practice. It's not only about what you
say, but how you say it and how well you
understand others.
• What are some key elements or techniques
that you think are important for achieving
effective communication, based on our
discussion and the definition we explored?
 Each pair needs to sit on the floor with their backs
to each other. One partner will be the person
drawing and the other partner will verbally instruct
the person. The non-drawing partner is given a
common shape. They are not allowed to tell them
what the shape is; they must describe it.
 Evaluation
• The students asks to draw a
visual representation of
communication using
metaphors or symbols. Students
will present their drawings to
the class and explain the
reasoning behind their choices.
• Creativity and Metaphorical
Representation
• Clarity and Relevance
• Explanation and Reasoning
• Presentation Skills
 Assignment
• Kindly have an advance reading on the
importance of communication in personal
and professional settings.