introduction to communication

2. Com mu ni cate

3. COMMUNICATION
What is communication?
What is the importance of communication?
What are the elements of communication?
What is the etymology of the word verbal?
What are the types of communication?
What are the types of verbal
communication?

4. IMPORTANCE OF COMMUNICATION
• Used in all aspects of life
• Encourages critical thinking
• Develops self esteem
• Improves relationships

5. COMMUNICATION can be divided into…
VERB
• Transfer
• Transmit
• Pass
• Convey
• Share
NOUN
• Information
• Knowledge
• Emotion
• Ideas

6. COMMUNICATION can now be defined
as the…
• transfer of knowledge, information and even
emotion from the speaker to the listener.
• In addition…
• Comprehension or the ability to understand
the information is measured through
feedback.

7. SPEAKER LISTENER
MEDIUM
LANGUAGE
FEEDBACK
3 R’S
REPLY
REACT
RESPONSE
THE ELEMENTS OF COMMUNICATION
*NOTE: the word MEDIUM
refers to channel or way used
to accomplish communication.

8. The etymology of the word “VERBAL”
• From the Greek word VERBO meaning WORD,
verbal refers to the form of communication
that uses or utilizes word therefore the term
VERBAL COMMUNICATION.
• Verbal communication includes WRITING and
SPEAKING.

9. Types of Communication
Verbal
Types of Verbal
• Written
Texting
Writing
Typing
• Oral
Speaking
Chatting
Non- verbal
• Gesture is the movement and
use of the hand, arm and
shoulder.
• Posture is the bearing and
position of the body.
• Facial expression is usually
used to express emotions.
• Sign language

10. In summary…
• Communication can be done in various,
entertaining and creative ways in order to
promote interest and reinforce better
understanding that promotes quality transfer
of knowledge, ideas and experience.
Dr. Edward L. Padama