Lesson 1.

4: Verbal and Nonverbal

Communication
Oral Communication in Context
Learning Objective:

Distinguish the connection

between verbal and nonverbal
communication through
interpretations of hand signals.
 Learning Agenda

Recall Nonverbal
01 A discussion on the previous lesson on
communication models
03 A discussion on the definition and
characteristics of nonverbal communication

Verbal Types
02 A discussion on the definition and
characteristics of verbal communication
04 A discussion on the types of nonverbal
communication
 Verbal
Communication
Verbal communication refers to communication
that makes use of language in expressing ideas or
emotions. Communicators utilize speech to express or
communicate what they wish to say or communicate.

Although spoken communication is frequently thought

of when the phrase "verbal communication" is used,
written communication is also a form of verbal
communication.
Let's Assume!
Monday mornings are often busy; you spotted
two adults running while on your way to
school one morning. They both appeared to be
in a hurry, yet something was off.

Can you differentiate the two based on their

body language? Tell us the difference.
Nonverbal
Communication
Nonverbal communication refers to
communication that does not make use of
language to communicate. Other than words,
nonverbal communication involves body
language, gestures, appearance, and silence.

There are types of nonverbal communication,

namely proxemics, kinesics, chronemics,
artifacts, vocalics, and haptics.
 Proxemics
The signs and signals we convey to others
using our personal and social space are
referred to as proxemics in nonverbal
communication. We determine these signs and
signals based on the situation, such as work or
school, or how close the relationships are to us.

As an example, proxemics determines intimacy

between people, but this is not the case if you are
on a train full of people.
Kinesics
Kinesics refers to the use of body parts, such as
hands, arms, body, and face movements, in
communicating ideas or emotions.

We interpret a great deal of meaning through body

movement. However, communication through body
language might be interpreted differently in
different settings and cultures, so be cautious.

For instance, some cultures value eye contact in

communication, while others view it as a sign of
disrespect.
 Chronemics
Chronemics looks at how people use time. It enables
us to comprehend how people conceptualize and
organize time in their interactions and interpersonal
relationships.

As an example, proxemics determines intimacy between

people, but this is not the case if you are on a train full of
people.

Another example is that punctuality reveals a lot about

someone's interest, so if you arrive late for an interview,
you know what the interviewer will think of you.
Artifacts
Artifacts refer to how others perceive
other people's personal or social beliefs or
habits based on their appearance.

Examples are way of clothing, carrying

jewelry, lifestyles, body pierccings, etc.
 Vocalics
Vocalics, also referred to as paralanguage, includes
the way you speak, such as your tone of voice. No
matter what you might say, the way you say it can
communicate more than the words you choose.

Besides tone, vocalics might include the volume and

pitch of your voice. For example, if you feel
uncomfortable in a situation, you might naturally speak
quietly to draw less attention to yourself. Conversely,
speaking too loudly can make the person you are talking
to feel you are trying to speak over them or overpower
their opinion.
Haptics
Haptics refers to the use of the sense of touch in
communication. It is a type of nonverbal
communication in which people communicate
through touch.

In interpersonal interactions, haptics play a key role

in expressing physical intimacy. But similar to
kinesics, communication through touch might be
interpreted differently in different settings and
cultures, so be cautious.
Thank you, class!