8/27 A first look at communicationCommunication is a systematic process in which people interact with and through symbols to create and interpret meanings  Actions and behaviors What is the importance of models in communication?- Models are simpler than the whole being  allows you to focus on the important features.Relevance of Communication:- Occurs all day- Every day is filled with communication challenges - Communication is relevant to every aspect of your lifeAdvantages; those who communicate well have a strong advantage in their:- Personal lives- Social lives- Civic lives- Professional livesFeatures of communication- Process- System (open and closed) o Openness o Homeostasis- Symbols- Meaningso Content (Pay attention to) Literal message o Relationship (Ignore) Power Liking  Responsiveness Linear Model of communication: - “Close the door”- “Write this