Language and Attitudes. According to the Sapir-Whorf hypothesis, we think through language. The words we use to talk about the world reinforce our attitudes and, occasionally, our prejudices. Changing our […]
Personal Constructs. To get a clearer sense of the kinds of judgments you make, think of specific people who fit the following categories: a family member, a teacher, a male […]
Not Communicating. During this week, select one hour of the day when you are with other people and try not to communicate. During this hour, try your best not to […]
Relationship Development. Think about the progression of relationships in your life. How is your communication different when you first meet a stranger, when you get to know the person and […]
Final Portfolio Draft. Review the Final Portfolio instructions found in Week Five of the online course or under the “Components of Course Evaluation” section of the Course Guide. This assignment […]
Organizational Communication. Discuss the upward and downward communication channels you have experienced here at Ashford University. Identify any problems in organizational communication you have seen. Do you feel that you […]
The Global Village. What is your attitude toward living in the global village? For example, if you were offered a good job in a foreign country, how would you feel […]
Organizational Skills Assessment. Think about the skills you have gained through coursework, personal experiences, and previous employment that will help you be effective in organizations. Prepare a written list of […]
In this final assignment, you will assess your skills in interpersonal, group, and organizational communications based on your studies of these forms of communication. Address each of these forms of […]
Write a 700- to 1,050-word paper in which you explain the nature of thought. Outline your own perceptual process and describe the types of perceptual blocks that influence your views. Explain thought processes […]