Republic of the Philippines

DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Region I
Division of Ilocos Sur

SELF LEARNING KIT IN

ORAL COMMUNICATION 11
IN CONTEXT

LESSON TITLE:
THE NATURE AND PROCESS OF COMMUNICATION

Name of Teacher –Writer: CHRISTIAN EA, TII

School: SANTIAGO NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL

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What comes into your mind when you hear the word “Communication”?
Maybe, there are a lot of ideas and concepts you’re thinking about
communication which vary in meaning depending on your perceptions. This Self
Learning Kit (SKL) will discuss the definition, nature and process of communication.
So, brace yourself as you are going to learn and be knowledgeable about the various
concepts to be discussed.
This Self Learning Kit (SLK) is written originally for the core subject Oral
Communication in Context for Grade 11. It is intended to guide you independently
through the detailed and complex process of communication for a better analysis of
the communication process. The main purpose is to cater you with the building
blocks that will inspire your confidence and boost your fluency in speaking in public
situations.
Each SLK is introduced with a set of parts from learning competencies you’ll
need to reach at the end of each lesson, lesson proper down to assessment to elicit
and check your general knowledge about the topic discussed.
You are advised to answer the different activities embedded in this SLK by
using another sheet of clean bond paper (8x11” short). Do not write anything on this
SLK. Goodluck!

The Learner…
Explains the nature and process of communication.

At the end of the lesson, you are expected to:

1. Expound the nature and process of communication;
2. Understand how communication works to become
effective speakers;
3. Practice effective communication skills.

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 Yes, you’re about to proceed on the first lesson! But before
that, let us first check your background knowledge. Be sure to
answer the pre- activity.

PRE-ACTIVITY
DIRECTIONS: On your paper, complete the graphic organizer of what you think of
the word COMMUNICATION. You may write a single word or a phrase.

COMMUNICATION

Awesome! After answering the pre-activity, I’m sure that

you want to know if your ideas are correct. Here is the
discussion on the definition, nature and process of
communication.

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 Communication is a process of conveying and sharing
messages or information from one person to another within and
across channels, contexts, media, and cultures (McCornack,
2014). There is a wide variety of contexts and situations in
which communication can be manifested ; it can be a face-to-
face interaction, a phone conversation, a group discussion, a
meeting or interview , a letter correspondence, a class
recitation, and many others.

NATURE OF COMMUNICATION

1. Communication is a process.
2. Communication occurs between two or more people (the speaker and
the receiver).
3. Communication can be expressed through written or spoken words,
actions (non-verbal), or both spoken words and non-verbal actions at the
same time.

THE PROCESS OF COMMUNICATION

To fully understand communication, we must know what really

takes place when we engage in communication. Since
communication is the process of exchanging messages either
verbal or non-verbal, it means that we have to be cognizant of
the steps that to be taken to achieve the desired result or
goal. Therefore, understanding the communication process
thoroughly will enable us to become effective speakers or
communicators.

1. Speaker – the source of information or message.

2. Message – the information, ideas, or thoughts conveyed by the speaker in
words or in actions.
3. Encoding – the process of converting the message into words, actions or
other forms that the speaker understands.
4. Channel – the medium or the means, such as personal or non-personal,
verbal or non-verbal, in which the encoded message is conveyed.

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 5. Decoding – the process of interpreting the encoded message of the
speaker by the receiver.
6. Receiver – the recipient of the message, or someone who decodes the
message.
7. Feedback – the reactions, responses, or information provided by the
receiver.
8. Context – the environment where communication takes place.
9. Barrier – the factors that affect the flow of communication.

PROCESS OF COMMUNICATION EXAMPLE

The speaker generates an idea. Anna loves James, her suitor, as a

friend.

The speaker encodes an idea or She thinks of how to tell him using
converts the idea into words or their mother tongue.
actions.

The speaker transmits or sends out She tells him. “James, ay-ayaten ka
a message. akas maysa nga gayyem!”

The receiver gets the message. James hears what Anna says.

The receiver decodes or interprets He tries to analyze what she means

the message based on the context. based on the content and their
relationship, and he is heartbroken.

The receiver sends or provides He frowns and does not say

feedback. something, because he is in pain.

Now, it’s your time to have your practice exercises! Are you
ready? Answer the succeeding activities based on how you
understand the topic.

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 ACTIVITY 1: MY PERSPECTIVE!

DIRECTIONS: Discuss the importance of communication on the perspective of a

student, a friend, a parent and a member of the community. Write your answers on a
sheet of paper.
IMPORTANCE OF COMMUNICATION

Student

Friend

Parent

Member of the
Community

ACTIVITY 2: CONCEPT MAP

DIRECTIONS: Complete the following concept map to show the process of

communication. Briefly discuss how communication works.

ACTIVITY 3: ON INTERVIEW!
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DIRECTIONS: Interview three (3) people in your family and ask them what they think
of communication. Write your answer on a separate sheet of paper.

By recognizing and knowing the nature and process/elements

of communication, you, as a communicator will more likely be
successful in interpreting the message as intended.
Remember that there are 9 basic elements of communication,
speaker, message, encoding, channel, decoding, receiver,
feedback, context and barrier. Take note that effective
communication involves knowing all of these elements,
overcoming barriers and conveying a clear and concise
message.

HOORAY! You are now to transfer your learning into reality

based on what you have learned in this lesson.
G O O D L U C K!

Directions:
Hone your communication skills by checking the exercises found on the
following website. Write your answers on a separate sheet.

 Communication Exercises
http://blog.trainerswarehouse.com/communication-and-listening-exercises/

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Directions:
Read the statements carefully and identify what is being referred to by writing
your answer in your paper. Choose from the pool of words below.

Channel Context Message Non verbal

External Noise Source Sender Listener

Reader Feedback Internal Noise Receiver

Social Context

1. It completes the loop of the communication process.

2. It is the element sent or exchanged in the communication.
3. He is the person who transmits the message using verbal or non verbal.
4. This is the means through which the message travels in order to reach its desired
target or destination.
5. This refers to gestures, body movements, facial expressions and the like.
6. This is the person who encodes when utilizing the written medium.
7. It refers to the noise coming from outside.
8. It includes external and internal stimuli.
9. It is another word for sender.
10. A very warm surrounding is an example of this type of noise.
11. He is the encoder in an oral medium.

 Maria Teresa Munji Antonino. Oral Communication in Context for SHS. 10-18.
Mutya Publishing House.

Written upside down

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