For this assignment, think back of a time where you think you used the wrong channel to convey a message to someone in your life. Examples could be sending a text message to break up with someone, or emailing a boss when in both situations you should have talked to them face to face.
In a 2 page paper, written using appropriate spelling/grammar, address the items below. Remember to be descriptive, and use as much detail in your examples as possible.
- Describe the relationship you have/had with the person in the interaction.
- Explain which channel you used initially and why you think it was the wrong means to communicate with them.
- Explain which channel would have been better for the situation and why you think it would have been more effective.
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General Assignment Requirements
10% of total grade
Mastery: Advanced or exceeds achievement
Met length requirement. Minimal to no spelling and grammar errors.
Relationship Description
30% of total grade
Mastery: Advanced or exceeds achievement
An in-depth description of the relationship was given. Superior details were used throughout the description.
Initial Channel Used
30% of total grade
Mastery: Advanced or exceeds achievement
An in-depth description of the channel was given. Superior explanation of why the channel was wrong.
Explanation of Better Channel
30% of total grade
Mastery: Advanced or exceeds achievement
An in-depth explanation of the relationship was given.