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Introduction to communication Science

ommunication is the process through which individuals share information, ideas, emotions, and messages using various channels. It plays a fundamental role in human interaction and is essential for creating understanding, building relationships, and influencing behaviors in both personal and professional contexts.

At its core, communication involves the exchange of messages between a sender and a receiver. The message can take many forms, such as verbal language, written text, nonverbal cues like body language, or even digital mediums like emails and social media. Effective communication requires a shared understanding of the meaning of these messages and the context in which they are transmitted.

Communication can be divided into several key types:

  1. Verbal Communication: Involves the use of spoken or written words to convey a message.
  2. Non-verbal Communication: Involves gestures, facial expressions, posture, and other visual cues.
  3. Written Communication: Takes place in the form of letters, emails, reports, or other textual mediums.
  4. Visual Communication: Relies on visual elements such as images, graphs, charts, and vide

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