Communication Exam Study Guide
Transactional Model of Communication - CORRECT ANSWER-Simultaneous
sending and receiving messages shaped by environment, involving noise.
Noise in Communication - CORRECT ANSWER-Anything distorting the
message, including external, psychological, and physiological factors.
Principles of Communication - CORRECT ANSWER-Transactional, intentional or
unintentional, irreversible, unrepeatable, with content and relational dimensions.
Characteristics of Interpersonal Communication - CORRECT
ANSWER-Uniqueness, interdependence, self-disclosure, intrinsic rewards.
Competent Communication - CORRECT ANSWER-Effective and appropriate
communication with a large skill repertoire, adaptability, involvement, and
empathy.
Cognitive Complexity - CORRECT ANSWER-Ability to construct various
frameworks for viewing an issue.
Hyperpersonal Communication - CORRECT ANSWER-Accelerated discussion of
personal topics online, fostering faster relationship development.
Asynchronous Communication - CORRECT ANSWER-Communication with a
time gap between message sent and received.
Synchronous Communication - CORRECT ANSWER-Real-time two-way
conversation.
Leanness vs. Richness - CORRECT ANSWER-Lean messages carry less info,
while richer messages include nonverbal cues for clarity.
Disinhibition - CORRECT ANSWER-Tendency to send messages without
considering consequences, common in social media.
, Culture - CORRECT ANSWER-Encompasses language, symbols, traditions, and
practices.
High vs. Low Context - CORRECT ANSWER-Low context expresses feelings
directly, while high context relies on subtle cues.
High vs. Low Power Distance - CORRECT ANSWER-High power has a large
gap between power levels, while low power has a small gap.
Individualism vs. Collectivism - CORRECT ANSWER-Individualistic focuses on
self, collectivist prioritizes the group.
Achievement vs. Nurturing - CORRECT ANSWER-Achievement focuses on
success, nurturing on relationships and treating people well.
Uncertainty Avoidance - CORRECT ANSWER-Discomfort with ambiguity and
preference for structure.
Co-Cultures - CORRECT ANSWER-Include race, ethnicity, age, socioeconomic
class, and sexual orientation.
Self-Concept - CORRECT ANSWER-Perception of oneself based on reflections
and social comparisons.
Self-Esteem - CORRECT ANSWER-Emotional evaluation of one's self-concept.
Self-Fulfilling Prophecy - CORRECT ANSWER-Belief influencing behavior to
make it come true.
Self-Disclosure - CORRECT ANSWER-Intentional, significant, and truthful
sharing of personal information.
Benefits and Risks of Self-Disclosure - CORRECT ANSWER-Benefits include
relationship development, understanding, and catharsis; risks include bad
impressions and uneven sharing.
Transactional Model of Communication - CORRECT ANSWER-Simultaneous
sending and receiving messages shaped by environment, involving noise.
Noise in Communication - CORRECT ANSWER-Anything distorting the
message, including external, psychological, and physiological factors.
Principles of Communication - CORRECT ANSWER-Transactional, intentional or
unintentional, irreversible, unrepeatable, with content and relational dimensions.
Characteristics of Interpersonal Communication - CORRECT
ANSWER-Uniqueness, interdependence, self-disclosure, intrinsic rewards.
Competent Communication - CORRECT ANSWER-Effective and appropriate
communication with a large skill repertoire, adaptability, involvement, and
empathy.
Cognitive Complexity - CORRECT ANSWER-Ability to construct various
frameworks for viewing an issue.
Hyperpersonal Communication - CORRECT ANSWER-Accelerated discussion of
personal topics online, fostering faster relationship development.
Asynchronous Communication - CORRECT ANSWER-Communication with a
time gap between message sent and received.
Synchronous Communication - CORRECT ANSWER-Real-time two-way
conversation.
Leanness vs. Richness - CORRECT ANSWER-Lean messages carry less info,
while richer messages include nonverbal cues for clarity.
Disinhibition - CORRECT ANSWER-Tendency to send messages without
considering consequences, common in social media.
, Culture - CORRECT ANSWER-Encompasses language, symbols, traditions, and
practices.
High vs. Low Context - CORRECT ANSWER-Low context expresses feelings
directly, while high context relies on subtle cues.
High vs. Low Power Distance - CORRECT ANSWER-High power has a large
gap between power levels, while low power has a small gap.
Individualism vs. Collectivism - CORRECT ANSWER-Individualistic focuses on
self, collectivist prioritizes the group.
Achievement vs. Nurturing - CORRECT ANSWER-Achievement focuses on
success, nurturing on relationships and treating people well.
Uncertainty Avoidance - CORRECT ANSWER-Discomfort with ambiguity and
preference for structure.
Co-Cultures - CORRECT ANSWER-Include race, ethnicity, age, socioeconomic
class, and sexual orientation.
Self-Concept - CORRECT ANSWER-Perception of oneself based on reflections
and social comparisons.
Self-Esteem - CORRECT ANSWER-Emotional evaluation of one's self-concept.
Self-Fulfilling Prophecy - CORRECT ANSWER-Belief influencing behavior to
make it come true.
Self-Disclosure - CORRECT ANSWER-Intentional, significant, and truthful
sharing of personal information.
Benefits and Risks of Self-Disclosure - CORRECT ANSWER-Benefits include
relationship development, understanding, and catharsis; risks include bad
impressions and uneven sharing.
