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What is a characteristic of autocratic leadership?
What is a characteristic of autocratic leadership?
What is the primary benefit of democratic leadership?
What is the primary benefit of democratic leadership?
During which stage of small group formation do group members establish norms and cohesion?
During which stage of small group formation do group members establish norms and cohesion?
What is an example of a physical barrier to listening?
What is an example of a physical barrier to listening?
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What is a characteristic of the storming stage of small group formation?
What is a characteristic of the storming stage of small group formation?
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What is an example of a semantic barrier to listening?
What is an example of a semantic barrier to listening?
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What is the primary drawback of democratic leadership?
What is the primary drawback of democratic leadership?
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What is the final stage of small group formation?
What is the final stage of small group formation?
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What is an example of a personal barrier to listening?
What is an example of a personal barrier to listening?
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What is a characteristic of the performing stage of small group formation?
What is a characteristic of the performing stage of small group formation?
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What is the primary function of intrapersonal communication?
What is the primary function of intrapersonal communication?
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Which of the following is an element of intrapersonal processing?
Which of the following is an element of intrapersonal processing?
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What is the focus of the quantitative perspective of interpersonal communication?
What is the focus of the quantitative perspective of interpersonal communication?
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What is the primary function of interpersonal communication?
What is the primary function of interpersonal communication?
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What is a component of self-identity?
What is a component of self-identity?
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What impacts how individuals communicate and interpret interactions?
What impacts how individuals communicate and interpret interactions?
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What is the primary focus of the qualitative perspective of interpersonal communication?
What is the primary focus of the qualitative perspective of interpersonal communication?
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What is the result of intrapersonal communication?
What is the result of intrapersonal communication?
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What is a key factor in shaping one's self-concept?
What is a key factor in shaping one's self-concept?
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Which of the following identities is rooted in socioeconomic status and cultural capital?
Which of the following identities is rooted in socioeconomic status and cultural capital?
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What is the comprehensive view one holds about themselves, formed through self-image, self-esteem, and the ideal self?
What is the comprehensive view one holds about themselves, formed through self-image, self-esteem, and the ideal self?
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How does high self-esteem impact communication?
How does high self-esteem impact communication?
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What is a stage in the development of self-concept during which individuals engage in social comparisons?
What is a stage in the development of self-concept during which individuals engage in social comparisons?
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What influences the ability to form and maintain relationships?
What influences the ability to form and maintain relationships?
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What is shaped by early human interactions, such as a baby's desire for attachment?
What is shaped by early human interactions, such as a baby's desire for attachment?
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What is a factor that affects how one interprets others' messages and behaviors?
What is a factor that affects how one interprets others' messages and behaviors?
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Study Notes
Role Identity
- Role identity refers to the roles one plays in various contexts, such as student, parent, or employee.
- Self-concept and roles significantly impact how individuals communicate and interpret interactions.
Identity
- Identity encompasses social identities, including cultural, gender, and class identities, which shape communication patterns and expectations.
- Cultural identity includes the norms, values, and practices within specific social groups, influencing communication styles and expectations.
- Gender identity reflects the societal roles and expectations associated with masculinity and femininity, impacting communication dynamics and styles.
- Class identity is rooted in socioeconomic status and cultural capital, contributing to variations in communication approaches.
Development of Self-Concept and Identity
- Self-concept and identity develop through social interactions, cultural and societal influences, personal experiences, and reflection and self-assessment.
- Early human interactions, such as a baby's desire for attachment, and internalized linguistic interactions shaped by social experiences also contribute to identity formation.
Self-Concept
- Self-concept refers to the comprehensive view one holds about themselves, formed through self-image, self-esteem, and the ideal self.
- The development of self-concept is influenced by family, culture, experiences, and feedback from others, and goes through stages of infancy, childhood, adolescence, and adulthood.
- Self-concept influences communication by affecting confidence, perception, behavior, and relationships.
Digital Identity Development
- Digital platforms influence identity development through social comparison, feedback, identity experimentation, and community building.
- Social media impacts personal branding by enhancing visibility, allowing for consistency, facilitating networking, and offering tools for reputation management.
Looking Glass Theory
- The Looking Glass Theory proposes that self-identity is shaped by how we believe others perceive us.
- Key concepts include imagining, interpreting, and self-concept formation based on these interpretations.
Active Listening
- Active listening is the process of receiving and attending to sounds from our environment in order to interpret them and respond in a meaningful way.
- Steps of active listening include paying attention, showing understanding, providing feedback, deferring judgment, and responding appropriately.
Characteristics of Small Groups
- Characteristics of small groups include team decision making, interconnectedness for tasks, team member dependency, team conflict, and multiplicity of team members.
- Conflict in small groups can be categorized into task conflict, relationship conflict, and process conflict.
Conflict in Small Groups
- Managing conflict as a supervisor involves identifying the source, active listening, mediation, setting guidelines, and follow-up.
- Strategies for resolving conflicts include active listening, empathy, clear articulation, problem-solving, and empathy.
Functions of Mass Media
- The functions of mass media, according to Lasswell and Wright, include surveillance, correlation, transmission, entertainment, and economic service.
- Pros of mass media include promoting participation, satisfaction, and team spirit, while cons include being time-consuming and slow decision-making.
Leadership Styles
- Autocratic leadership involves leaders making decisions independently with little input from group members.
- Pros of autocratic leadership include efficient and clear decision-making, while cons include lower morale and less creativity.
- Personal preference depends on the situation and personal work style.
The 5 Stages of Small Group Formation
- The 5 stages of small group formation include forming, storming, norming, performing, and adjourning.
- Each stage is characterized by distinct group dynamics and behaviors.
Barriers to Listening
- Barriers to listening include physical barriers, physiological barriers, psychological barriers, semantic barriers, and personal barriers.
- Understanding and addressing these barriers can improve effective listening and communication.
Intrapersonal Communication
- Intrapersonal communication is the process of communication within an individual, including self-talk, internal dialogue, and reflective thinking.
- It helps in clarifying thoughts, aids in decision making, and reflects on experiences and emotions.
- Five elements of intrapersonal processing include: decoding, integration, memory, schemata, and encoding.
Interpersonal Communication
- Interpersonal communication is the exchange of information between two or more people.
- It can occur in various forms such as face-to-face, telephone conversations, and digital communications.
- Interpersonal communication can be seen as a quantitative or qualitative process.
- Quantitative perspective focuses on the number of people involved, while qualitative perspective emphasizes the depth and significance of the interactions.
- Functions of interpersonal communication include: building and maintaining relationships, sharing information and ideas, resolving conflicts, providing social support, expressing emotions, and influencing others.
Self-Identity
- Self-Identity refers to how an individual perceives themselves and their role in society.
- It encompasses personal beliefs, values, and experiences.
- Components of Self-Identity include: personal identity, social identity, and role identity.
- Self-concept and roles significantly impact how individuals communicate and interpret interactions.
Identity
- Social identities, including cultural, gender, and class identities, play a crucial role in shaping communication patterns.
- Cultural identity encompasses the norms, values, and practices within specific social groups, influencing communication styles and expectations.
- Gender identity reflects the societal roles and expectations associated with masculinity and femininity, impacting communication dynamics and styles.
- Class identity is rooted in socioeconomic status and cultural capital, contributing to variations in communication approaches.
Development of Self-Concept and Identity
- Self-concept and identity develop through social interactions, cultural and societal influences, personal experiences, and reflection and self-assessment.
- Identity is also shaped by early human interactions, such as a baby's desire for attachment, and through internalized linguistic interactions shaped by social experiences.
Self-Concept
- Self-concept is the comprehensive view one holds about themselves, formed through self-image, self-esteem, and the ideal self.
- Development of self-concept is influenced by family, culture, experiences, and feedback from others.
- Stages of self-concept development include: infancy, childhood, adolescence, and adulthood.
- Self-concept influences communication by confidence, perception, behavior, and relationships.
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This quiz explores the role of identity in shaping communication patterns and expectations, including self-concept, cultural, gender, and class identities.
