Interpersonal communication situation
Where and when did the communication take place? What happened? What is the nature of the relationship between the people involved (roommates, Parent/child, boss/employee)? Provide some exact details of the interaction. What was said/unsaid? What nonverbals did you observe, etc.? Try not to analyze it yet. Just state the facts. You need not use real names of the participants (2 or 3 paragraphs)
Why was the communication ineffective in this interaction? In this section of the paper you must demonstrate your understanding of the communication concepts discussed in your textbook; as well as their application to the situation that you are analyzing. Some terms that may apply to your situation include: self-esteem, self-concept, perception, nonverbal communication, competence, self-disclosure, relational stages, supportive versus defensive communication, empathy, listening — just to name a few. Cite the page number of your textbook chapters in which the explanation of the term appears, and apply each term to your selected interaction. You should provide specific examples from your conversation in this section of the paper as well as in the situation section. (3 or 4 paragraphs)
What might you and the other person in your situation have done differently to avoid the ineffective communication or to correct it once it occurred? Use terms from the textbook to help you write this section, also. In nearly every instance, your conclusions will be more clear and useful if you cite specific examples form your conversation and quote your textbook when you use terms. (2 or 3 paragraphs)
How would you apply your solutions regarding this interaction to other situations that might occur in the future (with this same person or someone else)? Be specific with positive steps to take. Be sure to use the textbook to cite proven methods and strategies that could work to avoid ineffective communication in future situation. (1-2 paragraphs)