CGSC376: Exam #1

Principle of quantity

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Principle of quantity

When we communicate, we need to give just the right amount and type of information; we need to use clear vocabulary and we should not be redundant.

Principle of quality

When we communicate, we are expected to be accurate and truthful.

Principle of relevance

When we communicate, we are to maintain the topic at hand and make contributions that relate to the topic

Principle of manner

When we communicate, we are to talk at the right pace, taking pauses as needed but not longer than called for. We are to use appropriate loudness and pitch, and engage in eye contact as expected by cultural norms

the meaning of language - the words we use and the meaning behind them

how words, sentences, and sounds are organized and arranged to convey content.

how language is used functionally to meet personal and social needs.

refers to the rules of language governing how language is used for social purpose: word choice, turn taking, posture, gestures, eye contact, proximity, pitch, loudness, and pausing.

the transmission of thoughts and/or feelings from the mind of a sender to the mind of a receiver

Model of communication

Sender formulates and transmits information through shared process/means and receiver receives and comprehends information and sends feedback to sender (continues in a cycle)