Week 4, 6165

This week’s assignment was very interesting and eye opening. I loved the idea of evaluating ourselves then asking two other people to do the same so we could see how we view ourselves, as well as how other’s view us. I will admit I was nervous asking people to participate in this assignment because I was afraid I might get answer’s back that were different to mine and that could possibly upset me. Many people have told me from all different parts of my life that I am not someone who usually bits her tongue. Growing up my parent’s always said that I spoke my mind all the time and at time I have been accused of coming off very blunt and strong. I have always agreed that I do have aggressive tendencies but never found myself to be as direct as other’s have described me.  The one thing that surprised me the most is that the people I choose to evaluate me did not rate me as harshly on my verbal aggressiveness as i thought they would.

EDUC 6165 Week #3

The groups of people I am considering for this week’s posting include:

My colleagues at work

My Family

My friends

Between these three groups of people they range in race, religion, gender, and political affiliation.

Three strategies I could use to help communicate more effectively with these people would be:

1.     Take the time to listen to what is being said. Ask confirming questions is necessary and give a recap at the end of what you heard to make sure it was the same thing that was trying to be communicated to you.

2.     Place yourself in their shoes. Try to imagine how you would feel and what you would do if you were in a similar situation. By doing this it may help add empathy to the situation and make you more willing to corporate.

3.     Show your respect in the future by referring back to something from the past, this way you can show them that you do pay attention to what they say and how they feel.

EDYC 6165 Week #2

The show I video tapped this week was "How I Met Your Mother"

with the sound off:

• What do you think the characters’ relationships are based on the ways in which they are communicating?

All the characters do not seem like they are friends or love each other. They seem angry and hostile at times

• What are they feeling and expressing based on the nonverbal behavior you are observing?

They seem angry and upset based on facial expressions and body language

What assumptions did you make about the characters and plot based on the ways in which you interpreted the communication you observed?

I assumed this was a very sarcastic and bitter show. I did re-watch the show with the volume and found it to be entertaining and funny so i definitely got the wrong impression.

• Would your assumptions have been more correct if you had been watching a show you know well?

I defiantly believe my assumptions would of been spot on had I of been watching a show I knew well such as, "Two and a Half Men"

EDUC 6165 Week #1

This week I decided to choose my boss as someone who demonstrates competent communication. Whenever i have a concern I ask for a one-on-one with boss. my boss always brings in a notes pad and takes notes about the things we discuss. After our meetings are over he send me an email with a write up of  our meeting and the outcomes. This is the first boss i have ever had who takes notes and sends follow up emails after meetings. i find his approach to be very effective because I can always refer back to our past conversations who clarification. If i moved into a management position i would definitely adopt my boss' style of communication. I appreciate how anything we talk about is sent back to me in writing so there are no misunderstandings.