Overview And Instructions

Have you considered what makes an ideal interpersonal communicator? This is different than what makes a great public speaker! Remember, interpersonal communication is one-on-one communication rather than communication that reaches a broader group.

Before you can evaluate your own interpersonal abilities, it's essential that you identify good communicators and their skills.

In the movie clipappearing within the topic titled, "Self-Concept and Perception", which is accessible within the "Read/View" topic ofModule 1 Content, theactor portrayingPresident Rooseveltdemonstrates several effective interpersonal communication skills. For example, while speaking to theactor portrayingKing George, he demonstrates his own difficulties with how people perceive him by moving around the room without the aid of his wheelchair. What do you think makes an ideal interpersonal communicator? In this activity, we will explore this question in depth.

You should spend approximately 4 hours on this assignment.

Instructions

This is your chance to really dive deep and research what qualifies as good interpersonal communication skills. The CCCOnline Library provides access toscholarly research databasesthat are specifictosupporting Communication students. On the database page,scroll down and click on theCommunicationbutton. ReviewCCCOnline Library resourceson how to conduct library searches.Note:Research is not restricted to the CCCOnline Library.

In addition to your research, think of two people who you believe to begreat interpersonal communicators: one in your personal life (a family member, friend, or loved one) and one in your professional life (a work or church colleague, professor, or customer). Also, think about the other skills theactor portraying President Rooseveltdemonstrated in the movie clip.

Create a list of effective interpersonal communication skills, and post them on this discussion board. Include both skills you found in your readings and research and skills you have seen displayed by good communicators. Include five (5) interpersonal communication skills with your list. Include a minimum of 2-3 sentences of explanation about each interpersonal communication skill and why the skill is important.

Add three resources following the end of the Main post's content. Correctly format the three resources in APA Style

Based on your research of the three resources added to the end of the Main post, include within the Main postthree (3) direct quotes or paraphrased quotes (one quote from each resource). NOTE: Add an in-text citation to the end of each quote.