The purpose of this exercise is to critically apply the Johari Window to media and your own values and perceptions held about yourself. This assignment requires you to watch the four clips in a short video that demonstrates each area of the Johari Window. Critically apply the descriiptions of each area to the scene taking place in the film. Full knowledge of the film is not needed in order to apply the framework to the scene. Please notice that in the video each area is stated as Open Self (Open Area), Hidden Self (Hidden Area), Blind Self (Blind Area), and Unknown Self (Unknown Area). This exercise will assist you in applying the Johari Window to both yourself and media. Communication comes in many forms and it is important to understand that the ways we communication can vary!
Link to video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eHqu3YF5LEI
Action Items
Watch the video and pay close attention to the communication between the characters and the set-up of their scene. You may need to watch the scene multiple times and observe non-verbal and verbal communication aspects to make connections.
Prepare a short essay (350-500 words) to include the following elements:
-Clearly explain how each depicted interaction relates to the Johari Window. Address the following questions in your essay:
-How does the demonstrated area or self of the Johari Window relate to the ways we communicate with one another?
-Choose one of the areas of the Johari Window and apply it to yourself, critically focusing on your own self-perception.
Support your work with brief citations from your text and PLE. Citations should serve to support your claims quickly and efficiently, but not detract from the reflective writing. (Any content used needs to be cited and you will need to include an APA formatted reference page).
By the due date, submit assignment as a Word document.
Link to video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eHqu3YF5LEI
