COMMUNICATION

1. Communication is described as "transactional" and something we do with others and not to others. What does this mean to you?

2. Give a personal example of Communication that is not Competent; meaning it is not effective and/or is not appropriate. What are the consequences of this type of communication in your example?

3. Culture and Communication. using the terms to describe value and norm differences; discuss how an American Communicator might be unique in their approach to Communication. For example, Individualism affects interpersonal communicaiton because American might be more competitive and view conversation as a way to "win"