Question

With the help of a diagram, explain the various
components of a communication cycle.
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Answer 1

Answer:

Communication Cycle: sender, message and recipient

To really understand the Communication Cycle model, it’s wise to first take a closer look at all components. First, there’s the sender. He has an expressive function. Through language and/or body language, he expresses something and sends it to the recipient. It can be information, an emotion, song, dance, and so on.

The thing he sends, is the message. This message is intended for the recipient(s). How the recipient handles it and interprets the message is called the appellative function. The message itself has to be carried by a medium, also called a channel.

The sender usually uses multiple media to get to the recipient. In addition to the voice for spoken words, the sender uses gestures, facial expression, posture and intonation as media. He can also use supporting media, such as a PowerPoint presentation, flip chart, music or a slide show.