Purpose:
To research and apply interpersonal communication theory and concepts in a constructive, critical manner by researching and formulating an in-depth (constructive and critical) analysis of a particular relationship (romantic or family).
Requirements:
This paper should be 2-3 pages in length, excluding any references that you use. References can be the book, an outside journal article, and more. But please do not use Wiki’s, personal blogs, or dating sites as a means of resources. You are to select an interpersonal theory, process, or model of communication that was discussed within the class and apply and analyze one of these theories in your relationship.The paper should have three major sections:
1) Section one should clearly define what relationship you are referring to and why.
2) Section two should compare and contrast your definition of what the relationship is by identifying (describe in detail) the theory you have selected. In this section, you should also address some of the assumptions, functions, advantages, and disadvantages of the relationship that you have noticed, will experience, or have experienced. Overall, this section should be comprehensive and provide more than basic information regarding the theory you have selected. Be sure to provide at least one example of each stage or part of theory in order to illustrate your perspective about the relationship you have chosen.
You will be graded on how well you define and apply the concept or theory to your relationship. The use of outside sources and references is mandatory a minimum of three. Your book already is considered to be one of the three sources. The expectations of this paper include: solid organization (introduction, body, conclusion, and thesis statement), correct grammar and no spelling errors. LATE PAPERS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED AND YOU MUST SUBMIT YOUR PAPER THROUGH THE BLACKBOARD ASSIGNMENT LINK. I WILL NOT TAKE PAPERS THAT HAVE BEEN EMAILED TO ME.
Here are some questions to think about as you start your paper:
WHO GETS THE MOST OF WHAT THEY WANT from the relationship.
The GREATEST STRENGTH of the relationship, and HOW TO CAPITALIZE ON IT.
The GREATEST WEAKNESS of the relationship, and HOW TO MINIMIZE IT.
The MOMENT OF GREATEST STRESS, and WHAT TO DO ABOUT IT.
The BEST METHOD FOR SOLVING PROBLEMS.
