Classroom communication is normally considered as

Concept

Classroom communication can be classified by the dominant learning process it supports.

A cognitive process involves acquiring, understanding, organizing, and using knowledge; an affective process concerns feelings and attitudes.

Application

In ordinary teaching, classroom messages are primarily used to develop understanding and other knowledge-related mental processes. Therefore, this communication is described as cognitive.

Contrast

• Effective describes whether communication achieves its intended outcome.

• Affective concerns feelings, attitudes, and emotional responses.

• Non-selective describes communication that is not tailored to a chosen audience or learning need.

Result

Classroom communication is normally considered cognitive.