Types of Codes

Types of Codes

• Language (verbal code). Spoken or written
• Vocal (paralanguage) which is tone of voice, pitch, rate, volume and emphasis
• Nonverbal symbols (visual code

Channel

• Medium can be synchronous (instantaneous, fast speed) o
• asynchronouse (lag time before received, low speed)
• What types of channels fit under each category

Formal and Informal Comm.

• Chain of Command (downward
• Grapevine (upward, rumor mill)

13-year old girl story

Write down the following and leave room

• It's the first day of school
• A boy sees a girl
• She says "what do you want?"
• He turns red and says "nothing.