Transforming ideas, thoughts, and messages into verbal and non-verbal signs and symbols is known as 

The correct answer is "Encoding".

Important Points 

• Encoding
  • refers to the process of transforming ideas, thoughts, and messages into verbal and non-verbal signs and symbols that can be transmitted from one person to another.
  • This process involves translating abstract concepts and ideas into a form that can be communicated and understood by others, often through the use of language, gestures, or visual symbols.
• Decoding
  • on the other hand, refers to the process of interpreting and making sense of encoded messages and information.
  • This involves taking the signs and symbols that have been encoded by someone else and interpreting them in a way that makes sense to the person receiving the message.
• Channelization
  • refers to the means by which a message is transmitted, such as through speaking, writing, or body language.
• Controlled communication
  • Refers to communication that is managed or regulated in some way, often through the use of rules or guidelines.
  • This type of communication is often used in formal settings, such as in the workplace, where clear and consistent messages are important.

  •  A linear model of communication

    

Key Points

• Communication is a complex process, and it is difficult to determine where or with whom a communication encounter starts and ends.
• Communication is a process of passing information and understanding from one person to another; it is the process of imparting ideas and making oneself understood by others. In the communication process, the sender (encoder) encodes the message and then using a medium/channel, sends it to the receiver (decoder) who decodes the message, and after processing the information, the receiver sends back appropriate feedback/reply using a medium/channel.
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