People communicate through verbal and nonverbal interactions. Body gestures, noises, text messages, clothing, objects and even online interactive environments such as social media websites are all part of complex system of human communication.
VERBAL COMMUNICATIONCommunication based on spoken language that can be categorized as vocal or nonvocal. |
NONVERBAL COMMUNICATIONCommunication based on body language broadcasts our feelings and intentions in any given moment. |
VOCAL VERBAL COMMUNICATIONSpoken language |
VOCAL NONVERBAL COMMUNICATIONPitch, accent, loudness, tempo, tone |
NONVOCAL VERBAL COMMUNICATIONSign language, finger spelling, braille |
NONVOCAL NONVERBAL COMMUNICATIONBody language, environment, objects, attire, time, smell, space, touch |
Approximately 70% of all communications is nonverbal.
RADIOTypically the best method of communication. Radios transmit tone or voice messages through radio waves. |
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WHISTLESIdeal for close range signaling. Some can be heard up to 1.6 kilometers away. |
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GUNSHOTSThree shots fired at distinct intervals usually indicate distress. Do not use this technique in enemy territory. |
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Whatever signalling technique or device you plan to use, know how to use it and be ready to put it into operation on short notice.
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