If you do a paper, it should be in proper MLA format, double-spaced, 12pt font, minimum of 5 (five) pages, with an introduction and conclusion
Pick an interpersonal communication situation from some media to analyze (ONE scene with TWO people)
this can be from TV, movies, books, comics, podcasts, music videos, plays, etc
be sure to explain the context of the exchange and what happens
Pick 3 (three) concept, theories, or models from course materials to apply to the communication situation
be aware that the chapter titles (i.e. “nonverbal communication”) are NOT individual theories are concepts, but subfields of study
be sure to demonstrate that you understand the theory or concept (offer definitions!)
what, why, and how does this theory or concept help you understand what is happening in the communication situation
If you are struggling with organization or page length, this is what I suggest: spend one page introducing your paper and describing the situation you are going to analyze, then spend one page on each of the three concepts or theories, then one page to summarize and state what you might have learned from engaging in this analysis.
** Copy of the textbook attached
To get an A on this assignment:
– turn in at least 5 full pages of writing in proper formatting with well-organized ideas and an introduction and conclusion
– describe enough of the media you have chosen to give context to the paper, limiting the scope of what you are choosing to analyze to one scene or relatively short passage (standard-length music videos are fine in whole)
– describe enough of the media to give context to the analysis, including any relevant background information
– include EXACTLY 3 course concepts, theories, or ideas (no more, no less) for which you demonstrate accurate understanding by quoting the source material and/or describing it in your own words
– skillfully apply these concepts, theories, or ideas to the media, focusing on what, why, and how this concept helps you understand the situation being presented
– outside sources are used if they are needed and are properly cited
– a link or citation is included for the outside media so that it can be accessed by the professor
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