Part 1: Overview of Relational Dialectics Theory and Relational Turning Points Model
Review the two theories (Relational Dialectics Theory & Relational Turning Points Model) by discussing fundamental features of the theories, how the theories have evolved over time, and the contributions that the theories have made to communication research.
Part 2: Application /Analysis
Apply both of the theories to a personal experience or an interaction you have witnessed (e.g., between two other people, part of a film or something on TV, in the news etc.) that involves navigating conflict and/or engaging in relational maintenance between two people. This portion should clearly identify how each theoretical perspective can be used to analyze, explore, or explain the specific phenomenon that you have chosen.
Part 3: Conclusion
Finally, you should include a summative evaluation that addresses the limitations and possible future applications of each theoretical perspective, especially in terms of how well it addressed the communication problem or phenomenon you chose to analyze.