Group 2 Chapter 2

Chapter 2 Group 2

Perception, Self, and Communication

This chapter introduces you to the role of perception and the role of the self in communication. The chapter opens by explaining what perception is; then it describes why differences in perception occur and what occurs during perception. Next, the chapter moves to our perceptions of others, including errors we occasionally make in those perceptions. A discussion of self-awareness, self-concept (which includes self-image and self-esteem), and self-presentation completes the chapter. After you read this chapter you will have a better understanding of the communicative importance of how you see yourself and how you see others.

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Group 1 Chapter 1

Chapter 1 Group One

In this chapter you will be introduced to communication, including some of the fundamental concepts and terms you will need to know for the remainder of this text. You will learn why it is important to study communication and how communication is defined. This chapter will show you how communication begins with you and extends to other people, and it will identify the components of communication. Finally, you will learn about the characteristics of the various communication contexts.

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