Finalized VERSION - last updated 5/5/19 -

DYNAMICS   OF   HUMAN   COMMUNICATION
-- S' 19 --  

  THIS IS A RANDOM (& incomplete) LIST OF ITEMS YOU SHOULD KNOW FOR

              >>> TEST #2  <<< [Beebe, et al., 8e]

 

--Final exam session:  Friday  5/10/19@ 12:20am-2:20pm_ in FH:58A  --

See below [or click] for three required advance test questions {+1bonus}  to complete & bring with you

NOTE {READ THIS FIRST} --- Remember, this course examines various factors in operation when people interact. In preparing to study, it helps to think about the many  units throughout the course as interrelated, conceptual, and cumulative.

     This means that you should know specific terms and their definitions, AND ALSO what that item "looks like" in action and in coordination with other human communication dynamics.   Also, be prepared to synthesize various course concepts and explicitly apply them to your explanations.

     As you probably noticed in the feedback you received for Test #1 (Midterm),  more points will be given to those answers which are not superficial, and instead, analyze human communication by using concepts from the course to demonstrate  insights and a deeper understanding.

 

SOME FAQ's:

  re: TYPES OF QUESTIONS:
  • Question types  will probably include:   Terminology-Definitions,      Short Answer, Multiple Choice, & Brief Essay.    Be prepared to analyze, compare and explain. 
  • Also, questions will not use the same exact wording as in the book. Similarly, you should plan to use your own words in your answers. 
  • LOOK BELOW FOR THREE  ADVANCE QUESTIONS TO BE COMPLETED AT HOME & SUBMITTED ON TEST DAY (+ ONE BONUS QUESTION-for extra points)
   re: PRIMARY CHAPTERS  For the in-class portion of the test, emphasis will be on Chapters  5 [Listening terms] , 8[Conflict Mgmt], 9,10,11,12[Family & Relational Interaction] --as well as the notes/activities relating to these areas. Also see topics in table below.

Also see the grid below of  the basic topic areas that have been covered.

 Also take note of the now-familiar diagrams/figures [circumplex, comm.patterns, relational escalation, systems theory, etc]
 
re: LENGTH
● The "pen & paper" portion of the test should take approx. 65 - 80 minutes
 re: ADDITIONAL GUIDELINES
  • On Test 1,  some  people lost points because of writing in general terms-- rather than citing specific terms/concepts from the  text & notes.
  • Review the handouts (online & hard copy) that have been used for class activities.  They  also indicate important concepts/terms from the text.
  • Review a  previous study sheet for past sample questions
  • As you review your readings, make use of the chapter preview information as well as the post-chapter summaries & questions to ensure that you have fully understood the material within the chapter. 

 
 re: AREAS OF EMPHASIS FOR THIS TEST Also, be familiar with   terms/ concepts that were covered - including,  [BUT NOT LIMITED TO]  these items listed  in chart below:

 re: -- an random & incomplete list of recent topics:

(of course, most of these areas overlap, so any given question can touch on several of these items at the same time.) ("grayed out" items were in text,  but were mentioned only in passing  in class.)  
Your Interpersonal Toolbox     [& all the competencies within it]  Relationships  (types, levels, dimensions  [Trst/Int/Pwr]  ,principles, stages, roles)    Co-culture
Self Disclosure (models, techniques, risks, effects)  Johari Window & Social Penetration model( re: self disclosure; & re: self concept)  Listening ( all types; key terms)
assertive/aggressive/passive symmetrical/complementary/parallel Cohesiveness/Adaptability
Linguistic Determinism (language = World View)   Types/Sources of  Power  in Relationships  / P - ab 2I  Conflict Management   [including sources styles, myths, tips]
Nonverbal Communication- again (including the various "subchannels") Affinity Seeking / Immediacy Systems Theory (in ALL of its many applications to human-communication)
Family (incl. types; as-a-system, models,homeostasis etc.)   Culture (elements, values, contexts, barriers homeostasis)  Other-Orientation & Empathy
Language: High/Low Context word meaning is arbitrary Self-Fulfilling prophecy - again & the pygmalion effect

 

 


 

3 ADVANCE QUESTIONS:  

[ to be completed at home & handed in  along with your in-class test] [ these will be worth  total of 18-21 pts. Distribution tbd] 


  < Each answer should be -1/2- 1 page long  [typed/double-spaced] & should integrate specific material from the relevant chapters &/or notes.>

 

  • 1.  Address items a- & b- below
    • a -  Using specific references to current or past relationships in your life, explain the difference among these types of relationships:  complementary  /vs/  symmetrical  /vs/  parallel . 
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    • b - Then, in 2-3 additional sentences, take one of those relationships and  briefly discuss whether you have experienced  either the Dialectical Theory [spectrum]  AND/OR the Social Exchange Theory [cost -reward].  

 

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  • 2. Read the scenario below.  Address items <a> & <b> below. Be careful not to generalize.  Within your answer, incorporate at least 3-4  specific, relevant insights from Chapters 9 & 10    (e.g.  attraction, liking, relationship-of-choice/circumstance, affinity-seeking , self-disclosure, etc, etc. Note: These 5 items are listed simply as examples of what I mean by potential "insights". They may or may not apply to this particular scenario.)  

        <a> Explain WHY the driver of Car #2  felt compelled to say  something to me.  
        <b>     Consider the clues in the scenario about such factors as: 

            > the cultural "elements" of the setting            

                                           and 

           > the level/type of relationship between me & the driver of Car#2                  

                                           and 

            > the various "Dynamics of Human Communication" that you have learned this semester.

     

     In light of these factors & insights, WHAT would have been an appropriate behavior response on  my part? and WHY? 

  The Scenario : (these events actually happened) 

       Not too long ago, I parked in a (relatively) small parking lot of a "Staples" store in northern New Jersey.  While I was walking toward the store, a few feet away from me, another car (= Car #1) started to back out very quickly--but the driver either did not seem to notice or did not care about me or another car (= Car #2) that was already proceeding up the lane toward the exit.  When Car #2 blew its horn as a warning, Car #1 nevertheless continued to back out in front of it anyway.  
     When Car #2 came abreast of me, the driver leaned out & said to me: "How do you like that guy?  I beeped at him & he still didn't  want to stop!" ... 

 

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         <a>  Despite the title, this video clip actually touches on many different dynamics of human communication.  communication. Name one specific CONCEPT  from any part of the clip that you recognize as something covered this semester.

   

        <b>  Explain that concept's relevance to human communication and discuss how the clip exemplified &/or applied it. {be specific]

        <c>  Explain (specifically) HOW  this concept could affect your future interpersonal communication techniques (i.e. ...How might this new awareness impact your "Interpersonal Toolbox"?)

 

 

**BONUS POINTS:

 

 4.

               Extra Credit Question:.

[IF you opt to complete it, This question will be worth 0 - 5 points added to your test score.  Just as with the other 3 required adv. ques., it should be completed at home & to be handed in along with your in-class test]  [typed/double-spaced]

  

View this movie clip: It occurs the morning after the fight-on-the-beach between the two brothers that was shown in class.

  Final Scene from the movie: Big Night = http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oerP7FRMWa8

[ if link doesn't work, simply enter the URL into your browser]

 

View this 5 minute scene. You are viewing a conflict management scene which includes APOLOGY / RELATIONSHIP RENEGOTIATION / POWER PLAYS /  COMPLIANCE GAINING /and /  aftermath of CONFLICT - AS - FEVER

 

Take one of these listed factors and in one paragraph, discuss how it was manifested in teh video clip.

  

 

  

 

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LEFTOVERS: not used this semester:

 

  p. 188 question # 6 (Beebe, et al. 5e )   [div/ethics/conflict]

Chap  4 [Diversity]

Sympathy vs Empathy ( in Interpersonal Comm.)

Complete  p. 277 # 7 3e( via chapter 8 [Confl.Mngmnt]) )  You can tie in factors from other chapters, as well. 

p. 117 question # 6  [div/ethics/conflict] 4e

[IF you opt to complete it, This question will be worth 0 - 5 points added to your test score.  Just as with the other 3 required adv. ques., it should be completed at home & handed in along with your in-class test]  [typed/double-spaced]

 

   p. 310  Critical Thinking Question #3  (Beebe, et al. 6e ) 
 [ Relationship Termination. Be sure your answer indicates that you know what the text means by "sudden death".]

Analyze  the excerpt below via referring to at least 3 relevant LANGUAGE principles from Chapter 6.  Be sure to be concrete & analytical as you discuss how the church skillfully used language to communicate both explicit & implicit messages. 

"St Clement's enjoys the privilege of welcoming many  people through its doors. Please be attentive to your personal belongings while you are here." from an actual  sign in the hallway of a NYC church

 

        <a>  Explain the specific CONCEPT that the clip was being used to

                 explain/exemplify.

        <b>  Explain WHY it gave you such an impact.

        <c>  Explain (specifically) HOW it could affect your future

                interpersonal communication technique (i.e. ...How will it add to

                   your "Interpersonal Toolbox"?)