Communication involves expressing intentions, interpreting messages, and negotiating meaning. It is important to consider regional language variations and nonverbal cues from the body. When communicating, respecting differences and focusing on the message are key.

1. THE COMMUNICATI0N PROSESS

2. About
Communication
The Activities of
Communication
Problem in
Sending and
Receiving
messages

3. 1. About Communication
1. The message is paramount
2. Language variation is important
3. Variation is socially meaningful

4. 2. The Three Activities of
Communication
1. Expressing intention
2. Interpretation
3. negotiation

5. 3. Problem in Sending and Receiving
messages
1. Note regional variation
2. Show respect
3. The body speaks too