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You are to select a film and examine several concepts of interpersonal communication. The focus will be on how communication is used to initiate, maintain, and terminate relationships. The film will serve as a vehicle for learning about interpersonal communication and relationships. You will analyze what the film has shown about the ways people relate to one another. In your 3-5 paper, you will need: an introduction, conclusion, and bibliography of at least two sources. You will need a strong introduction and a conclusion in this paper as well as identify three or four points (concepts) that you found most enlightening, controversial, or even possibly incorrect. You will be expected to discuss what individuals did, what happened, and why. Relevant communication theory and text material should be introduced for each example. You should write this paper as if you were going to demonstrate your expertise and knowledge to an individual that has little or no knowledge of communication theory. That “pretend reader” should learn a lot from reading your paper. The paper should be word-processed, double-spaced, 12pt Times New Roman font, with a cover page.USE MLA FORMATTING WHILE CITING. A document has been attached for more details.
Requirements: 3.5 pages
Department of ELAP, LINGUISTICS, and COMMUNICATION STUDIES ©2021 COMM 108 Common Course http://montgomerycollege.edu/communication-studies 1 Interpersonal Movie Paper Exploring Communication and Relationships in Film You are to select a film and examine several concepts of interpersonal communication discussed in your text to see how they are portrayed in film. The focus will be on how communication is used to initiate, maintain, and terminate relationships. The film will serve as a vehicle for learning about interpersonal communication and relationships. You will analyze what the film has shown about the ways people relate to one another. In your 3-5 paper, you will need: an introduction, conclusion, and bibliography of at least two sources. Your textbook can be one of the sources. DO NOT go under two and a half or over four and a half pages. Your analysis should focus on issues of communication, incorporating material from the readings and your online assignments. You will need a strong introduction and a conclusion in this paper as well as identify three or four points (concepts) that you found most enlightening, controversial, or even possibly incorrect. You will be expected to discuss what individuals did, what happened, and why. Relevant communication theory and text material should be introduced for each example. You should write this paper as if you were going to demonstrate your expertise and knowledge to an individual that has little or no knowledge of communication theory. That “pretend reader” should learn a lot from reading your paper. The paper should be word-processed, double-spaced, 12pt Times New Roman font, with a cover page. You must cite the course textbook using MLA or APA formatting. When saving your document, include your last name and the assignment, and save as either a Microsoft Word file (.doc or .docx) or a Rich Text File (.rtf). Submit this paper in the appropriate assignment drop box in Blackboard by the deadline. Some concepts you might choose to discuss: • Perception in interpersonal relationships • Communication processes • Models of communication • Theses of a close relationship using both Knapp’s Model of Relationship Development and the Dialectical Model • Conflicts in relationships and the methods and styles of dealing with interpersonal conflict • Listening • Self-Concept • Nonverbal communication • Verbal communication Select as many concepts that apply to the film. Do not hesitate to go beyond and think outside of the box. As you watch the film, you may want to take notes and have your textbook handy. The great news is that interpersonal communication can be tied into many chapters that we have already discussed in the course this semester.
Department of ELAP, LINGUISTICS, and COMMUNICATION STUDIES ©2021 COMM 108 Common Course http://montgomerycollege.edu/communication-studies 2 Course Objectives Recognize the components of the communication process and the types of communication in which human beings engage (one-on-one, group and public speaking). 1) Students will recognize and accommodate gender and cultural differences in communication settings and appreciate diverse communication styles. 2) Students will describe the role of free speech in a democratic society and be able to critically evaluate and analyze the message and delivery style of public speakers. Chapter Objectives By completing this assignment, students will be able to: 3) Define intimacy and describe a range of options for conveying intimate messages. 4) Analyze the themes of a close relationship using both Knapp’s model of relationship development and the dialectical model. 5) Explain the different conflict management styles. 6) Distinguish between constructive styles and methods of dealing with interpersonal conflict. 7) Analyze both Verbal and Nonverbal communication in relationships. 8) Apply the communication process and perception in interpersonal relationships.
Department of ELAP, LINGUISTICS, and COMMUNICATION STUDIES ©2021 COMM 108 Common Course http://montgomerycollege.edu/communication-studies 3 Interpersonal Movie Paper Evaluation FormName: ITEM SCORE COMMENTS Film selection is appropriate 1 2 3 4 5 Paper met the page requirement 1 2 3 4 5 Paper examines at least three interpersonal communication concepts 2 4 6 8 10 Concepts used clearly defined 2 4 6 8 10 Sources cited both in the paper and in the bibliography 2 4 6 8 10 Paper has a strong introduction and brief summary of film 2 4 6 8 10 Paper has a strong conclusion and summary (including restated purpose and main points) 2 4 6 8 10 Strong examples given throughout the paper to connect the concepts with scenes in the film 2 4 6 8 10 Identified three or four points (concepts) that you found most enlightening, controversial, or even possibly incorrect 2 4 6 8 10 Paper focused on how communication is used to initiate, maintain, and terminate relationships 2 4 6 8 10 Paper followed all stated directions 2 4 6 8 10 Score: /100
