CLASS 10TH - BEAUTY AND WELLNESS - COMMUNICATION CYCLE (COMMUNICATION SKILLS ) UNIT 1 SESSION 4

 Communication Cycle

1. Communication Cycle

Communication cycle is the process of exchanging messages between sender and receiver in a systematic way.

Steps of Communication Cycle:

1. Sender – Person who sends the message.

2. Message  – The information to be communicated.

3. Encoding  – Converting message into words, gestures, visuals.

4. Channel  – Mode of communication (speech, writing, phone, internet).

5. Receiver  – Person who receives the message.

6. Decoding  – Understanding the meaning of the message.

7. Feedback – Response of the receiver to the sender.

2. Feedback 

Definition:

 Feedback is the reply or reaction given by the receiver after understanding the message.

Feedback completes the communication cycle.

Qualities of Good Feedback:

1. Clear and Specific – Easy to understand.

2. Constructive – Should help in improvement.

3. Timely – Given at the right time.

4. Relevant – Related to the message.

5. Respectful – Polite and positive in tone.

3. Importance of Feedback

- Ensures that the receiver has understood the message.

- Helps the sender to know the effectiveness of communication.

- Builds better relationships and trust.

- Improves performance and learning.

- Reduces misunderstandings.

❓ Questions & Answers

Q1. What is a communication cycle?

👉 Communication cycle is the process of sending, receiving, and responding to messages between two or more people.

Q2. Write the main elements of communication cycle.

👉 Sender, Message, Encoding, Channel, Receiver, Decoding, Feedback.

Q3. What is feedback?

👉 Feedback is the response given by the receiver to the sender after receiving and understanding the message.

Q4. Write two qualities of good feedback.

👉 (i) Clear and specific, (ii) Respectful and constructive.

Q5. Why is feedback important?

👉 Feedback is important because it ensures understanding, improves performance, and helps build better communication.