CC Communication Improving Listening and Emojis World to Fill the Gap Discussion

Assignment Requirements:

• This assignment requires that you speak in first person, that is use “I” and “me.”
• Entry should have two separate body paragraphs. That is, each chapter should have it’s own paragraph of analysis. Designate/start each paragraph with the chapter number (Example: Chapter 1).
• The content of your paragraph should be clearly connected to the chapter reading. Outside sources are not acceptable. In your post, include a citation/reference from the textbook for each chapter.
• Do not include the prompt/questions in your post.
• Yes, spelling and grammar count, so proofread before you post!
• Entry should be at least 400 words total.
• Special Instructions: For this RCJ, the total word count is 500-600 words total. You must include a chapter specific textbook reference for each chapter. This assignment is worth 10 points instead of 5.
• Assignment Requirements:

  • This assignment, worth 10 points requires that you post a response to both the chapter 7 prompt and chapter 8 prompt in separate paragraphs. Designate each paragraph with the chapter number (Chapter 7, Chapter 8)
  • This assignment requires that you speak in first person, that is use “I” and “me.”
  • Entry should have two separate body paragraphs. That is, each chapter should have it’s own paragraph of analysis. Designate/start each paragraph with the chapter number (Example: Chapter 1).
  • The content of your paragraph should be clearly connected to the chapter reading. Outside sources are not acceptable. In your post, include a reference from the textbook with a citation (chapter, page number) for each chapter.
  • Do not include the prompt/questions in your post.
  • Yes, spelling and grammar count, so proofread before you post!
  • Entry should be at least 500 words total (approx. 250 words per chapter).

  Posting Your Journal Entry: Type or cut/paste your assignment into the text box. Make sure you “submit” your post! Chapter 7 Prompt: “5 Ways to Listen Better”Watch the video: http://www.ted.com/talks/julian_treasure_5_ways_to… (Links to an external site.)After you watch the video, answer the following questions.

  • How much time do we spend listening? How much do we retain?
  • What are the reasons for “losing hearing”?
  • What does listening allow us to access or give us access to?
  • What are the five ways to listen better?
  • Do you feel you are a good or bad listener? Explain why and provide an example from s recent interaction with a significant other.

  Chapter 8 Prompt: “The World inside Your Phone”View the trailer for the Emoji movie “where everyone is expected to act one way their whole life” (2:31 minutes):The Emoji Movie Trailer #1 (2017) | Movieclips Trailers (Links to an external site.)Here is an extended trailer (6:10 minutes):THE EMOJI MOVIE – 6 Minutes Trailers (2017) (Links to an external site.)After watching the video, respond to the following questions:

  • Why does the “meh” face have such a difficult time being an emoji? He says in one scene “It’s hard to always act blasé.” Why would that be so difficult?
  • Do you have any experiences with sending or receiving an incorrect emoji in a text or email? Explain.
  • Do some emojis require explanation? Why or why not?
  • How do you convey emotions via social media?
  • How effective are emojis at expressing emotions? What are their limitations?
  • What are some of your underused emojis? Why? What are some of your overused emojis? Why?
  • Textbook : Adler, Rosenfeld & Proctor. Interplay: The Process of Interpersonal Communication (14th Ed.)