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For the Communication Notebook Final paper, you will be required to use and cite two of the following videos. They are divided by theme, and here is a list of the themes covered:
Principles of Effective Communication:
Principle 1 - Taking responsibility – 1) Why lying matters; 2) The power of truth
Principle 2 - Shared meaning – Creating a shared world through conversation
Principle 3 - Multiple views - Disagreeing
Principle 4 - Respect – 1) Living shame-free; 2) Inclusion
Principle 5 – Listening - How to have a good conversation
Principle 6 - learning and practice - Effective digital conversation
Intrapersonal and Interpersonal Communication:
There are five videos on the following topics - The power of personality; social media and mental health; building self-confidence; introversion; and building self-esteem.
Culture
1) Verbal and nonverbal cues: language and though; linguistic prejudice, nonverbal communication in intercultural contexts.
2) Race and ethnicity: Overcoming biases; focusing on similarity over differences;
3) Social class: On being tribes.
4) Gender: gender and credibility; gender, communication and the brain; and gender and different styles.
5) Miscellaneous: First impressions; how to get along with different generations; the secret to better work; and the value of empathy and vulnerability.
Principles of Effective Communiction
Principle 1 - Take responsibility for your behavior
Option 1: Why lying matters
Meyers, P. (2011, July). The truth about lying [Video file]. Ted.com. https://www.ted.com/talks/pamela_meyer_how_to_spot_a_liar?referrer=playlist-5_talks_on_the_truth_about_lyi
Description : Author Pamela Meyer studies those who “spot lies” and complicates our understanding of lying. As you watch, see how she addresses the social element of lying, thus linking it to interpersonal communication. In fact, she even says we must cooperate on some level to be lied to! Why does she believe telling the truth is so important? What “responsibility” do we have as receivers to be aware of liars and our weaknesses toward certain types of lies?
Option 2: The power of truth telling
Carter, C. (2017, March 24). The power of truth telling [Video file]. TEDx: Thatcher School. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cgywq8sQxMo
Description : In this talk, Dr. Christine Carter addresses how important telling the truth, to both oneself and others, is central to human health and happiness. While truth-telling is accepted as a cultural “norm” and a central value to most people, she explores the deeper importance of telling the truth. Pay special attention to subtle ways she addresses both interpersonal and intrapersonal communication and the idea of authenticity and its relationship to truth.
Principle 2 - Shared meaning
The Ling Space. (2016, January 13). How do we create a shared world in conversation? Common ground [Video file]. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gQqXmhqM13U
Description : Linguist Moti Lieberman explains the importance of finding common ground and how it allows communication to be smoother and easier. Pay attention to his idea of backchannel responses specifically and how we can use common history or common knowledge to break the ice and connect with others.
Principle 3 - Acknowledge multiple views
Wood, Z. R. (2018, April). Why it’s worth listening to people you disagree with [Video file]. TED Talks. https://www.ted.com/talks/zachary_r_wood_why_it_s_worth_listening_to_people_we_disagree_with
Description : In this powerful speech, author Zachary Wood addresses the importance of having conversations with those with whom we disagree. He is an advocate of having uncomfortable conversations as that allows us to “achieve progress” and “gain a deeper understanding of humanity.”
Principle 4 – Respect others as well as yourself
· Respect oneself and others
Thore, W. (2016, July 8). Living a shame-free life [Video file]. TEDx – Greensboro. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aaXBYcfVYZM
Description : In this speech by media personality Whitney Thore, she shares her story of self-acceptance of being fat. Thore shares valuable information about both intrapersonal and interpersonal communication. She puts actions before confidence, rather than the reverse, supporting this week’s themes of self-image and self-esteem.
· Inclusion
Castleberry-Singleton, C. (2016, June 8). The answer is dignity & respect [Video file]. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dNoS8OuI-G8
Description: Activist Candi Castleberry-Singleton is an advocate for inclusion, in all settings. As you watch, consider how this is linked to Bevan’s points on respect and acknowledging multiple views.
Principle 5 - Listen and evaluate the other person’s statement before responding
Headlee, C. (2015, May 7). How to have a good conversation [Video file]. TEDx – Creative Coast. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H6n3iNh4XLI
Description : Journalist Celeste Headlee offers advice about the importance of genuinely listening and says that it is important to acknowledge that communication involves both a speaker and a hearer. We must learn to listen to understand, not just to reply.
Principle 6 – Learn and Practice your communication skills
Morris-Brown, H. (2016, February 1). The psychology of communicating effectively in a digital world [Video file]. Ted Talks. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3aPaRWUqO-w
Description : While Bevan focuses on being appropriate and effective, in this presentation Helen Morris-Brown explains how to be an effective communicator in the online world specifically. Does this relatively new form of communication require new rules or is enough to transfer the cultural guidelines of the face-to-face world?
Interpersonal/Intrapersonal Communication
Option 1 – Personality
Little, B. (2016, February). Who are you really? The power of personality [Video file]. Ted Talks. https://www.ted.com/talks/brian_little_who_are_you_really_the_puzzle_of_personality
Description : In this speech, psychologist Brian Little addresses the impact of personality types and being introverted and extroverted specifically. As you watch, pay attention to the ways he links introversion and extroversion to specific ways of thinking and communicating. How can you relate this to the ideas of self that were addressed in Bevan?
Option 2 - Is social media hurting your mental health?
Parnell, B. (2017, June 22). Is social media hurting your mental health? [Video file]. Ted Talks. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Czg_9C7gw0o
Description : In this presentation, digital marketing expert Bailey Parnell addresses many themes covered in Bevan, including the importance of social comparison, how we judge our own self-worth, and what social media might be doing to our ideas of self. Discuss those connections when you do your post.
Option 3 - The skill of self-confidence
Joseph, I. (2012, January 13). The skill of self confidence [Video file]. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w-HYZv6HzAs
Description : Here, athletic Director, Dr. Ivan Joseph explores the importance of positive self-talk and the relationship between intrapersonal and interpersonal communication and self-esteem. As you watch, think through how it illustrates points from Bevan.
Option 4 - On Being an Introvert
Cain, S. (2012, February). The power of introverts [Video file]. Ted.com. https://www.ted.com/talks/susan_cain_the_power_of_introverts .
Description : Often maligned, in this presentation, author Susan Cain addresses the strengths of introverts and how they get through in the world. This is a good primer for next week on culture, as you will see that the dominant culture celebrates extroversion. Think of the ways that she “accommodated” others in her cultural choices. As you watch, think through how she discusses a bias against introversion and why it is both unfair and unproductive. How can this be seen through styles of communication she mentions?
Option 5 – Building self-esteem
Everett, N. (2013, February 8). Meet yourself: A user’s guide to building self-esteem [Video file]. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uOrzmFUJtrs
Description : Activist Niko Everett addresses the importance of “practicing” self-confidence, including the use of positive self-talk. She explores the relationship between interpersonal and intrapersonal communication and even mentions the looking glass mentioned in Bevan.
Culture
Verbal and nonverbal cues
Option 1 - Language and Thought:
Boroditsky, B. (2017, November). How language shapes the way we think [Video file]. TEDWomen. https://www.ted.com/talks/lera_boroditsky_how_language_shapes_the_way_we_think
Description: This video explores the ways language shapes patterns of thinking, from assigning blame to categorizing color. Cognitive scientist Lera Borowotski explains that thought is likely impossible without language and it structures our sense of reality. As you watch, think about the links between language and values, traditions, and norms.
Option 2 - Linguistic prejudice:
Lieberman, M. (2014, November 12). Sociolinguistics and dialects [Video file]. The Ling Space. http://www.thelingspace.com/episode-11 .
Description : Linguist Moti Lieberman explains the idea of dialects and contends that all are equal, from a scientific position. However, through class, age, region, religion, or other factors, some can frame theirs as superior or “proper,” while others are not (a type of prejudice). This is true of African American Vernacular English specifically. As you watch, think about whether one should be strategic about how they speak in different contexts to achieve their goals.
Option 3 - Nonverbal communication
Riccardi, P. (2014, October 21). Cross cultural communication [Video file]. TED X – Bergen. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YMyofREc5Jk
Description : An Italian who lived in England and then moved to Norway discusses the many cultural differences he has witnessed. As you watch, focus on the ways he addresses nonverbal cues specifically.
Race and Ethnicity :
Option 1 - How to overcome our biases? Walk boldly toward them.
Myers, V. (2014, December 15). How to overcome our biases? Walk boldly toward them [Video file]. TED: Beacon Street. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uYyvbgINZkQ&feature=youtu.be&t=833
Description : In this video, diversity advocate Verna Myers suggests we make three changes to adjust our attitudes about black men specifically. First, we should counter the negative images that surround us with positive. Second, we should expand our horizons. And third, when we see something, we should say something. As you watch, think through the moments when she addresses perception, attitude, and behavior.
Option 2 - Focusing on similarity over difference:
Nimenya, S. (2016). We are not all that different: Race and culture identity [Video file]. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8QuAok_Xiyg HYPERLINK "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8QuAok_Xiyg&t=338s"& HYPERLINK "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8QuAok_Xiyg&t=338s"t=338s
Description : Activist Seconde Nimenya addresses the idea of “difference” specifically, and how it intersects with race and ethnicity, especially in the United States. She chooses being better over being “bitter.” This allowed her to try to create bridges between cultures. Pay close attention to what she says about the idea of “difference” and how cultural training focuses on difference can lead to stereotypes and biases. She shares three strategies for how we can use to celebrate difference as a value to achieve tolerance and peace.
Social class
Alvarez, L. & Kolker, A. (2001, September 23). Episode One: A nation of tribes [Video file]. People like us. The Center for New American Media, WETA, and Independent Television Series. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nU5MtVM_zFs
Description: In the United States, most people envision that we are classless or that almost everyone is “middle class.” But social class does exist and is not just based on income we make, but also influences how we speak, how we move and the hobbies we enjoy. Here we learn how social class subtly divides us into “tribes” and unites us within those units as well. When you watch, think about the role of both verbal and nonverbal cues in this classification system and the ways people talk about others.
Gender
Option 1 - Gender and Credibility
Chemaly, S. (2015, July 28). The credibility gap: How sexism shapes human knowledge [Video file]. TEDx: Barcelona Women. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HJqtUUDhaxA
Description : Professor Soraya Chemaly argues that sexism structures the world. As you watch, consider the ways implicit bias might be linked to biased language. Focus on the verbal and nonverbal elements and how culture structures both our ideas, knowledge, and our lives. Think about the idea of credibility specifically and how this is linked to the principles of effective communication addressed in week 1. This leads to different experiences for women or men.
Option 2 - Gender, communication, and the brain
Scott, S. (2014, July 31). Men, women and language – a story of human speech [Video file]. TED: UCL Women. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iteK4P0nDO8
Description : Neuroscientist Sophie Scott disputes many of the claims others have made about how gender impacts patterns of communication. After discussing the complex process for even making language, Scott explains that we all use conversation as a type of “social grooming” and that men and women do it equally.
Option 3 - Gender and Different Styles
Nelson, A. (2014, April 30). A paradigm for understanding how men and women communicate [Video file]. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ooc5pOrYP24
Description : Communication specialist Audrey Nelson addresses discusses some basic differences between men and women speaking patterns. Specifically, she outlines how women tend to be more indirect and men more direct, that men are more goal-oriented and women more process—oriented, men are more content-oriented and women are more feeling-oriented, and men are more self-oriented and women more other-oriented. Think of how these are connected to Bevan’s points.
Miscellaneous:
Option1 - First impressions
Cabane, O. F. (2011, November 24). The science of first impressions [Video file]. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_zRZ5j2O07w
Description: Writer and coach Olivia Fox Cabane explains the ongoing importance of first impressions has not gone away. She addresses the importance of visualization, imagination, and showing interest in others. As you watch, think about how might you apply some of the advice she offers on workplace relationships or making an “impression” at work.
Option 2 – Intergenerational communication
Donohue, M. (2016, December 13). How to get along with Boomers, GenXers and Millennials [Video file]. TEDX Toronto. https://youtu.be/RtDxPcQ8GJg
Description : Scholar Mary Donohue explores the role of generational categories in styles of communication. She sees boomers as focused on legacy and are geared toward auditory exchanges, gen-Xers are seen as builders and are focused on the visual, and Millennials are adapters and adopters. She offers advice about how to address generational differences. Look to see if you see any links to Bevan on intergenerational communication.
Option 3 – The secret to better work
Achor, S. (2012, February 1). The happy secret to better work [Video file]. TED Talks. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fLJsdqxnZb0
Description : In a reversal of logic, positive psychologist Shawn Achor emphasizes that we should be happy then work, not that we should try to become happy as a result of work. What might this mean in terms of our patterns of intrapersonal or interpersonal communication? So, instead of thinking that success leads to happiness, we must think of how happiness leads to success. Is your job satisfaction (happiness) determined by your external world or your internal processing of your work?
Option 4 - Values - The value of empathy and vulnerability
Brown, B. (2010). The power of vulnerability [Video file]. TEDxHouston. https://www.ted.com/talks/brene_brown_on_vulnerability?referrer=playlist-when_you_re_having_a_hard_time
Description : Storyteller-researcher Brene Brown explores the idea of empathy and how it is fundamental to positive relationships. Connecting to others is at the center of her speech and we do this through both verbal and nonverbal communication. The opposite of connection is shame. Watch her speech to hear more about how to overcome shame, be compassionate, and connect to others. Much of this involves being vulnerable. Can vulnerability lead to healthier relationships? Watch her speech to see if you agree.
