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What is Nonverbal Communication

Chapter 23
Encyclopedia of Strategic Leadership and Management
Expression that includes the use of facial expressions, body gestures, and other non-verbal forms of communication.
Published in Chapter:
Interpersonal Communication: A Strategic Perspective
Johnny R. O'Connor Jr. (Lamar University, USA) and Keonta N. Jackson (Texas A&M University – Commerce, USA)
Copyright: © 2017 |Pages: 11
DOI: 10.4018/978-1-5225-1049-9.ch023
Abstract
This chapter provides information regarding the importance of interpersonal communication in work settings. Whether in corporations or in educational settings, effective interpersonal communication is paramount, and required to ensure that pertinent information is properly conveyed. This is important to strategic leadership in that much thought and discussion must be focused on how, when, where, and what leaders communicate. If these elements are properly considered, organizations will be better positioned to benefit from positive outcomes yielded from a strategic approach to communication. Interpersonal communication is an abstract element that has significant implications for all organizations.
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Chapter 2
Universal Code of Movies and Influence of Traditional Media
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Chapter 7
Sign Language as a Universal Language of Communication: An Alternative Approach to Nation Branding
Non-verbal communication is the process by which a person influences someone else's behavior, mental state, or emotions by using one or more non-verbal channels ( Argyle, 2013 ).
Published in Chapter: Sign Language as a Universal Language of Communication: An Alternative Approach to Nation Branding; From: Global Developments in Nation Branding and Promotion: Theoretical and Practical Approaches
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Chapter 66
Solidarity and Rapport in Social Interaction
Messages conveyed through gesture, body language, facial expression, eye contact or prosodic features such as intonation and voice quality.
Published in Chapter: Solidarity and Rapport in Social Interaction; From: Handbook of Research on Computer Mediated Communication
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Chapter 2
Communicating a Professional Image
Communication without the use of spoken language. Nonverbal communication includes gestures, facial expressions, and body positions (known collectively as “body language”), as well as unspoken understandings and presuppositions, and cultural and environmental conditions that may affect any encounter between people.
Published in Chapter: Communicating a Professional Image; From: Policies, Protocols, and Standards for Professionalism in a Diverse Work Environment
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Chapter 2
Dynamic Motion Analysis of Gesture Interaction
Behavior and elements of human communication aside from the words themselves (verbal) that transmit intentions. And it includes such as pitch, speed, tone and volume of voice, gestures and facial expressions, body posture, eye movements and contact, and appearance.
Published in Chapter: Dynamic Motion Analysis of Gesture Interaction; From: Handbook of Research on Human-Computer Interfaces, Developments, and Applications
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Chapter 8
Impression Formation in Computer-Mediated Communication and Making a Good (Virtual) Impression
Interacting and gleaning information not using words but by using cues taken from actions such as vocal patterns, linguistic markers, body posture, gestures, and eye contact.
Published in Chapter: Impression Formation in Computer-Mediated Communication and Making a Good (Virtual) Impression; From: Handbook of Research on Virtual Workplaces and the New Nature of Business Practices
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Chapter 66
Solidarity and Rapport in Social Interaction
Messages conveyed through gesture, body language, facial expression, eye contact or prosodic features such as intonation and voice quality.
Published in Chapter: Solidarity and Rapport in Social Interaction; From: Handbook of Research on Computer Mediated Communication
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Chapter 11
Gifted School Activities With DropTalk, Parent-Teacher Notebook, and SmileNote for Students With Disabilities
Some students with disabilities have nonverbal communication disabilities. They may not speak any words or phrases, and some students can say only utterances. Some of the assistive technology tools and software may help them tell their hopes, wills, and desires to others.
Published in Chapter: Gifted School Activities With DropTalk, Parent-Teacher Notebook, and SmileNote for Students With Disabilities; From: Handbook of Research on Software for Gifted and Talented School Activities in K-12 Classrooms
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Chapter 5
World of Uncertainty: How New Media Affects Communication on a Global Level and Required Adjustment to Expertise
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Chapter 634
Viewing Text-Based Group Support Systems
The conveying of information, usually of an emotional nature, by means of body movement, facial expressions, hand gestures, and voice patterns.
Published in Chapter: Viewing Text-Based Group Support Systems; From: Encyclopedia of Information Science and Technology, Second Edition
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Chapter 3
The Art and Science in Communication: Workplace (Cross-Cultural) Communication Skills and Competencies in the Modern Workforce
Is the sharing of information without using words to encode messages. There are four basic forms of nonverbal communication: proxemics, kinesics, facial and eye behavior, and paralanguage.
Published in Chapter: The Art and Science in Communication: Workplace (Cross-Cultural) Communication Skills and Competencies in the Modern Workforce; From: Handbook of Research on Human Factors in Contemporary Workforce Development
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Chapter 5
Teaching Communication Skills to Foster Social-Emotional Learning
Communicating without the use of speaking; can include facial expressions, gestures, and body language.
Published in Chapter: Teaching Communication Skills to Foster Social-Emotional Learning; From: Aligning Social-Emotional and 21st Century Learning in the Classroom: Emerging Research and Opportunities
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Chapter 3
Training Future Health Professionals in Communication Skills
Includes body movements, gestures, and facial expressions. Nonverbal communication can enhance or interfere with de verbal communication. There must be congruency and consistency between the verbal and nonverbal communication.
Published in Chapter: Training Future Health Professionals in Communication Skills; From: Handbook of Research on Improving Allied Health Professions Education: Advancing Clinical Training and Interdisciplinary Translational Research
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Chapter 13
Gifted and Talented School Activities for Students With Special Educational Needs Through Drama Therapy
Nonverbal communication including using of gesture, body language, facial expression, voice and sound, is more truthful and natural. Especially for people with special needs, it is easier because their perception and orientation in situation are limited. And also, if they cannot say something and explain, they can use dramatic skills and show what they mean and what they want.
Published in Chapter: Gifted and Talented School Activities for Students With Special Educational Needs Through Drama Therapy; From: Handbook of Research on Software for Gifted and Talented School Activities in K-12 Classrooms
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