Barriers of Communication

Introduction

• Discussed by Sir Rick in the subject "Oral Communication in Context"
• Understanding and overcoming communication barriers is crucial for effective communication

Definition

• Barrier: Any factor affecting the flow of communication
• Overcoming barriers is essential to ensure smooth communication

Types of Barriers

1. Emotional Barrier

• Emotions like sadness, hunger, anger can affect communication
• Extreme emotions hinder effective communication
• Important to check emotions for effective communication

2. Language Barrier

• Caused by differences in language between communicators
• Complexity of language can also be a barrier
• Common with foreign language speakers
• Importance of having a common language

3. Physical Disability

• Impairments like hearing loss can disrupt communication
• Use of sign language as an alternative
• Physical disabilities can affect speech and hearing

4. Information Overload

• Too much information can overwhelm the receiver
• Hard to process excessive information leading to communication issues
• Important to manage the amount of information shared

5. Jargon

• Specialized language of a particular group or profession
• Not generally understood by those outside the group
• Examples: Medical jargon, teaching jargon
• Important to simplify language for broader understanding

6. Medium Disturbance

• Interference in communication signal
• Common in online classes
• Bad signals can hinder communication

7. Noise

• Loud and unpleasant sounds interrupt communication
• Background noise can distract and disrupt communication
• Minimizing noise is important for effective communication

Communication Breakdown

• Result of uncontrolled barriers
• Failure to exchange information due to barriers
• Important to identify and minimize barriers to avoid breakdowns

Conclusion

• Barriers are unavoidable but can be minimized
• Effective communication requires overcoming barriers
• Continuous effort needed to manage barriers and prevent communication breakdowns

Reminder

• Minimize and control barriers for effective communication
• Avoid communication breakdown to be an effective communicator

Closing

• Open for clarifications in synchronous classes
• Encouragement to apply the learning in overcoming communication barriers