2.1. Noise in Communication

Try these first

1. 1.

   Define risk communication in your own words.

   Hint

   Think about the purpose behind sharing information.

2. 2.

   What are two types of noise that can affect communication?

   Hint

   Consider what can disrupt both listening and understanding.

3. 3.

   What is risk communication?

   • Purposeful information exchange
   • Casual conversation
   • Random messaging

   Hint

   Think about the intent behind the communication.

4. 4.

   True or False: Noise can only be external.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider all possible distractions.

5. 5.

   In a disaster scenario, a community receives conflicting information from various sources. Analyze how noise affected their response.

   Hint

   Think about how clarity and consistency relate to effective communication.

6. 6.

   Consider a situation where a local public authority uses technical jargon while notifying about a hazard. Discuss how this can add to noise.

   Hint

   Consider how the level of the audience's understanding impacts communication.