3.3 - Semantic Barriers
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Practice Questions
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Define 'jargon'.
💡 Hint: Consider fields like medicine or law.
What does 'ambiguity' mean in communication?
💡 Hint: Think of how one word can change meaning in different contexts.
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What are semantic barriers?
💡 Hint: Consider how misinterpretations can happen.
True or False: Jargon is beneficial in all communication contexts.
💡 Hint: Think about who the audience is.
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You are tasked with delivering a health workshop in a community where the participants have limited education. Design a presentation strategy that avoids semantic barriers.
💡 Hint: Recall the importance of understanding your audience’s background.
Reflect on a personal experience where semantic barriers led to a misunderstanding. Analyze what could have been done differently.
💡 Hint: Think about how feedback would have helped.
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