Models of communication are simplified representations of the communication process. They help in understanding and analyzing the various elements involved in communication. Some of the prominent models of communication include:
- Linear Models : * Aristotle's model of communication * Lasswell's model of communication * The Shannon-Weaver model of communication * Berlo’s S-M-C-R communication model
- Interactive Models : * The Osgood-Schramm communication model * The Westley and Maclean communication model
- Transactional Models : * Barnlund’s transactional communication model
These models serve various functions, such as guiding the formulation of hypotheses, predicting communication outcomes, and improving communication processes
