Verbal and Non Verbal Communication
Verbal and Non Verbal Communication
NON-VERBAL
COMMUNICATION
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Communication
Is simply the act of transferring
information from one place to another
TYPES OF
COMMUNICATION
1. Verbal and
2. Non-verbal Communication
Verbal Communication
• refers to the use of words to convey a message.
• Consist of speaking, listening, writing and reading.
• Took place through face to face conversation,
group discussions, counselling, interviews and etc.
• Process of exchanging information between two
or more persons through written and oral words
Advantages of Verbal Communication
• More personal and informal
• Makes immediate impact
• Provides opportunity for interaction and feedback
• Used to inform, inquire, argue and discuss topic to
all kinds.
• Helps foster better relationship
Disadvantages of Verbal Communication
• A word uttered is can’t be taken back
• There is no legal evidence of oral communication
• It can be forgotten easily
Aspects to Consider in Verbal Communication
• Appropriateness
• It pertains to the use of suitable language
form applicable to the nature of the event or
context of situation (i.e. whether formal or
informal).
Formal Communication
used in formal, ceremonial or dignified gatherings
the exchange of information is controlled, well-
thought out, and prepared
conforms to certain rules and conventions as
defined by the goals and values of particular
groups or organizations
Types of Formal Communication
Meetings
Interviews
Conferences
Formal One-on-Ones
Speeches
Presentations
Informal Communication
characterized by free, casual and spontaneous
exchange between two or more persons.
is a kind of interaction that is unrestrained by
rules and conventions.
the type of communication that occurs in
everyday life
Types of Informal Communication
Communication
Casual Conversations
Gossips
Tales
Inter-relational Activities
Family Social Communication Culture
Inter-relational activities outside of the formal
KEY DIFFERENCE BETWEEN FORMAL AND INFORMAL
COMMUNICATION
Criteria Formal Informal
Reliability More reliable Less reliable
Speed Slower Very quick/
Instantaneous
Time consuming Requires a number of Requires very little
different process process
Information flow Through pre defined Moves freely
channels
Secrecy Maintained Hard to maintain
Aspects to Consider in Verbal Communication
• Brevity
use simple and precise words in delivering
their message.
• Clarity
using simple yet exact words that directly
express your thoughts and emotion
Aspects to Consider in Verbal Communication
• Ethics
• to moral standards that need to be considered
when delivering a message
• Vividness
• refers to words that make the conversation or
exchange of information lively and vibrant.
Non-verbal Communication
• Refers to a collaboration of movements that does
not require any spoken words in order to convey a
message.
• Takes place in gestures, facial expressions, eye
contact and touching
• It also include pitch, speed, tone and volume of
voice, dress and appearance.
Advantages of Non-verbal Communication
• Helps to communicate to someone with hearing
difficulty
• Helps to communicate in silent zones
• Helps to communicate with a distant person
• Captures feelings and emotions
• Helps to communicate people with different
language.
Advantages of Non-verbal Communication
• Makes the message more meaningful
• Makes audience more enthusiastic
• Gives confidence to the speaker
• Gives the speaker a variety of ways to deliver
his/her message
Disadvantages of Non-verbal Communication
• Can’t be used as a public tool of communication
• Can’t create an impression upon people/ listeners
• Misperception of body language of gestures
Commonly Used Non-verbal Communication
1. Bodily Kinesthetic
Head Movement
Eye Movement
Facial Expressions
Sitting
Standing
Walking
Hand Gestures
Commonly Used Non-verbal Communication