Communications Question

Description

Perception is the foundation of effective communication. The purpose of this exercise is for you to identify and articulate the schemata information to your life.

This assignment requires you to think of your friends/friendships through the four schemata listed below in bold.

Action Items

1. Prepare a short essay (350 words) to describe your schemata for close friends. The following elements are required:
   • Who is your prototype? (what is their name?)
   • What constructs are primary in your thinking about friends?
   • What stereotypes do you have for friends?
   • What scripts describe interaction with friends?
   • (be sure to articulate these terms as your text discusses them)
2. Be sure to clearly identify the four terminologies above from any reading resources. You should cite the text as necessary and include a reference at the bottom of your essay.