- UPDATED FOR S20 [remote] // last updated 5/3/20 - (update points & open book)

DYNAMICS   OF   HUMAN   COMMUNICATION

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

 

              >>> FINAL  EXAM / "TEST #2"  <<< [Beebe, et al., 8/9e]

 

Virtual/Online in Blackboard
exam availability window = Fri.4/8/20- noon <-> Fri.4/8/20- 8:00pm
 --- window is longer than official slot [12:20-2:20] ---
 ---  watch for the Blackboard Announcement! ---

                                                                     12Noon = a make-up Mini-Report Prsentation . STOP BY  BB-Collaborate IF YOU CAN!

  

                                                    

See below [or click] for one required advance test question {+1bonus}  to complete in advance & pasted into the online test  

 

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 include:   Terminology-Definitions,  Short Answer, & Brief Essay.    Be prepared to analyze, compare and explain You can expect 5-7 questions but they may be complex/multi-part. 
  • 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 ONE  ADVANCE QUESTION TO BE COMPLETED IN ADVANCE& SUBMITTED ON TEST DAY (+ ONE BONUS QUESTION-for extra points)
   re: PRIMARY CHAPTERS 
  • The emphasis will be on Chapters 5 [Listening terms & Journal topics] , 8 [Conflict Mgmt], 9,10,11,12 [Family & Relational Interaction] --as well as the notes/activities relating to these areas.

 

  • Also see the table 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 availability window is 3-4 times longer that the  "official" session slot.

 -There are several reasons for the expanded access. Suffice it to say this also accommodates those with time conflicts or those requiring extra time
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 re: ADDITIONAL GUIDELINES
  • On Test 1 (Midterm),  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 sample question styles used in the past
  • 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  & can apply the material within the chapter. 
  • This semester, several extra-detailed slide shows were used to help you reinforce the textbook/course material . Be sure to review them as well.
  • Review any online quizzes - all of which now should be indicating the  correct answers. If you are unsure about how to access past quizzes, instructions are listed in the left column on my web page. The procedure might still work.     
  • Of course, since this is an "at home" test, you will be able to refer to your textbook ; HOWEVER, this can slow you down if you sare not well prepared.

 
 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:  WE'VE COVERED A LOT THIS SEMESTER!

 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/Intmcy/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 -& the pygmalion effect

 


 

 ADVANCE QUESTION:

[ to be completed at home & pasted into your online test] [ this will be worth  total of 10- 15pts. Distribution tbd]
< The part 1.a should be  your SCORE section only + one sentence on whether or not your score surprised you.
<The part 1.b answer should be -1/2- 1 page long   [typed/double-spaced] & should integrate specific material from the relevant chapters &/or notes.>
 
1.a Complete this Conflict Management Styles Quiz: https://facultyombuds.ncsu.edu/files/2015/11/Conflict-management-styles-quiz.pdf.
Compute your scores. Create a Word document & notate your 5 total scores. Did your scores surprise you or were they what you would have expected?
 
1.b  >  Use specific references to current or past relationships in your life to explain the difference among these three(3) types of relationship structures:  complementary  /vs/  symmetrical  /vs/  parallel . Do you think your usual Conflict Management style has/had anything to do with the way you operated in those three different relationships?
    bonus   [ can add 0-6 additional points] > Then, in 2-3 additional sentences, take one of those relationships  you wrote about in 1.b and  briefly discuss whether you have experienced  either the Dialectical Theory [spectrum]  AND/OR the Social Exchange Theory [cost -reward]. Your answer needs to demonstrate that you understand the two key terms.

 

 

 

  

  last update: 5/1/20

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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"?)