Which element is NOT considered part of the communication process according to the SMCR model?

In the SMCR model of communication, which stands for Source, Message, Channel, and Receiver, all four elements play a vital role in the communication process. The Sender (or Source) is the individual or entity initiating the communication, the Message is the information being conveyed, and the Receiver is the person or group interpreting the message.

Feedback, however, is not one of the four core components outlined in the SMCR model. While feedback is a crucial aspect of communication, allowing for an interaction and response between senders and receivers, it is not explicitly identified in the SMCR framework. This model emphasizes a linear path of communication from the sender through the message to the receiver, without directly incorporating feedback into its structure.