Communications 102

Ch 1. Overview of Interpersonal Communication
Lesson 1 – Interpersonal Communication: Definition, Characteristics & Types Take Quiz
Lesson 2 – The Communication Process Take Quiz
Lesson 3 – Channel of Communication: Types & Definition Take Quiz
Lesson 4 – Comparing Symmetrical & Complementary Interpersonal Communication Take Quiz
Lesson 5 – The Importance of Context in Communication Take Quiz
Lesson 6 – Competence in Interpersonal Communication Take Quiz
Lesson 7 – Principles of Interpersonal Communication Take Quiz

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Practice test: Overview of Interpersonal Communication

Ch 2. The Impact of Culture on Interpersonal Communication
Lesson 1 – Elements of Culture: Explanation of the Major Elements That Define Culture Take Quiz
Lesson 2 – What Is Culture? – Material and Nonmaterial Culture Take Quiz
Lesson 3 – Intercultural Communication: Definition, Model & Strategies Take Quiz
Lesson 4 – Comparing Enculturation & Acculturation Take Quiz
Lesson 5 – Comparing Cultural Evolution & Cultural Relativism Take Quiz
Lesson 6 – Culture’s Impact on Interpersonal Communication Take Quiz
Lesson 7 – Individualistic vs. Collectivistic Cultures: Differences & Communication Styles Take Quiz
Lesson 8 – Cultural Perceptions of Communication in Organizations: Low Context and High Context Take Quiz
Lesson 9 – Comparing Low & High Power Distance Cultural Communications Take Quiz
Lesson 10 – Masculine vs. Feminine Cultures: Distinctions & Communication Styles Take Quiz
Lesson 11 – Comparing Communication in Cultures with High & Low Tolerance for Ambiguity Take Quiz
Lesson 12 – Cultural Competency in Communication Take Quiz
Lesson 13 – What is Cultural Sensitivity? – Definition, Examples & Importance Take Quiz
Lesson 14 – Perceptions of Culture: Ideal Culture and Real Culture, Ethnocentrism, & Culture Relativism Take Quiz

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Practice test: The Impact of Culture on Interpersonal Communication

Ch 3. Perception & Self-Awareness in Interpersonal Communication
Lesson 1 – Relationship Between Self-Concept, Self-Esteem & Communication Take Quiz
Lesson 2 – Social Development of Adults: Self Concept Take Quiz
Lesson 3 – Being a Self-Aware and Adaptive Communicator Take Quiz
Lesson 4 – The Johari Window Model of Group Dynamics Take Quiz
Lesson 5 – What Is Self-Esteem? – Definition & How to Improve It Take Quiz
Lesson 6 – How Perception Influences the Communication Process Take Quiz
Lesson 7 – Perception, Bias & Interpreting Behavior Take Quiz
Lesson 8 – Stages of Perception: Stimulation, Organization, Interpretation, Memory & Recall Take Quiz
Lesson 9 – How Self-Fulfilling Prophecies Shape Interpersonal Communication Take Quiz
Lesson 10 – Implicit Personality Theory & the Halo Effect’s Impact on Forming Impressions Take Quiz
Lesson 11 – Impression Formation: Perceptual Accentuation, Primacy-Recency & Consistency Take Quiz
Lesson 12 – Methods to Increase the Accuracy of Impressions Take Quiz
Lesson 13 – Impression Management in Sociology: Theory, Definition & Examples Take Quiz
Lesson 14 – Self-Monitoring, Ingratiation, and Self-Handicapping: Definition & Examples Take Quiz
Lesson 15 – Improving Communication Skills: Self-Disclosure, Listening & Non-Verbal Communication Take Quiz

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Practice test: Perception & Self-Awareness in Interpersonal Communication

Ch 4. The Importance of Effective Listening
Lesson 1 – Stages of Listening: Definitions & Process Take Quiz
Lesson 2 – Effective Listening: Definition & Obstacles Take Quiz
Lesson 3 – What Is Effective Listening in the Workplace? – Definition, Techniques & Barriers Take Quiz
Lesson 4 – What Is Active Listening? – Techniques, Definition & Examples Take Quiz
Lesson 5 – The Role of Culture & Gender in Listening Take Quiz

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Practice test: The Importance of Effective Listening

Ch 5. Understanding Verbal & Nonverbal Communication
Lesson 1 – Types of Communication: Formal, Informal, Grapevine, Verbal & Non-Verbal Take Quiz
Lesson 2 – Verbal Messages: Definition, Concepts & Principles Take Quiz
Lesson 3 – Guidelines for Using Verbal Messages in Communication Take Quiz
Lesson 4 – Strategies for Avoiding Issues in Verbal Messages Take Quiz
Lesson 5 – Verbal Cues in Communication: Definition & Examples Take Quiz
Lesson 6 – Nonverbal Communication: Terms & Uses Take Quiz
Lesson 7 – Non-Verbal Communication: Examples, Types & Definition Take Quiz
Lesson 8 – Nonverbal Cues in Communication: Examples & Overview Take Quiz
Lesson 9 – The Role of Culture in Nonverbal Communication Take Quiz
Lesson 10 – Nonverbal Taboos: Definition & Examples Take Quiz
Lesson 11 – The Importance of Space in Nonverbal Communication Take Quiz

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Practice test: Understanding Verbal & Nonverbal Communication

Ch 6. Overview & Principles of Conversation Management
Lesson 1 – The Five-Stage Model of Conversation Take Quiz
Lesson 2 – Conversational Disclosure: Influence, Rewards, Danger & Guidelines Take Quiz
Lesson 3 – Understanding Conversational Problems Take Quiz
Lesson 4 – Principles of Conversation Management Take Quiz

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Practice test: Overview & Principles of Conversation Management

Ch 7. Relationship Theory in Interpersonal Communication
Lesson 1 – DeVito’s Six-Stage Model of Relationship Development Take Quiz
Lesson 2 – Knapp’s Model of Interaction Stages Take Quiz
Lesson 3 – Attraction Theory: Definition, Measurements & Effects Take Quiz
Lesson 4 – Physical Traits and Attraction: Symmetry, Ratios & the ”Babyface” Phenomenon Take Quiz
Lesson 5 – Interpersonal Relationships: Definition & Theories Take Quiz
Lesson 6 – Social Penetration Theory: Definition & Examples Take Quiz
Lesson 7 – Relationship Rules Theory Take Quiz

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Practice test: Relationship Theory in Interpersonal Communication

Ch 8. Communication in Relationships
Lesson 1 – Successful Relationships: Characteristics, Development & Maintenance Take Quiz
Lesson 2 – Communication During the Development Stage of a Relationship Take Quiz
Lesson 3 – Relationship Maintenance: Functions, Strategies & Purpose Take Quiz
Lesson 4 – Ending Relationships, Disengagement Strategies & the Detachment Process Take Quiz
Lesson 5 – Communication in Deteriorating Relationships: Causes, Effects & Patterns Take Quiz
Lesson 6 – Communication During Relationship Repair Take Quiz
Lesson 7 – Communication During Relationship Dissolution: Models, Causes, Effects & Communication Patterns Take Quiz

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Practice test: Communication in Relationships

Ch 9. The Process of Conflict Management
Lesson 1 – What is the Conflict Process? – Definition and Stages Take Quiz
Lesson 2 – Comparing Positive & Negative Conflict Take Quiz
Lesson 3 – Comparing Verbal Aggressiveness & Argumentativeness Take Quiz
Lesson 4 – Cultural Differences in Conflict Responses Take Quiz
Lesson 5 – What Is Conflict Management? – Definition, Styles & Strategies Take Quiz
Lesson 6 – Conflict Resolution: Managing Conflict in Organizations Take Quiz

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Practice test: The Process of Conflict Management

Ch 10. The Role of Power in Interpersonal Relationships
Lesson 1 – Differences Between Power, Leadership, Authority & Influence Take Quiz
Lesson 2 – Personal Power: Referent and Expert Power Take Quiz
Lesson 3 – Positional Power: Legitimate, Coercive & Reward Power Take Quiz
Lesson 4 – Verbal & Nonverbal Ways to Communicate Power Take Quiz
Lesson 5 – Compliance Gaining & Resistance Strategies Take Quiz
Lesson 6 – How Power & Influence Are Misused Take Quiz
Lesson 7 – Understanding Relationship Violence: Definition, Effects & Strategies Take Quiz
Lesson 8 – Ethics in Interpersonal Communication Take Quiz

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Practice test: The Role of Power in Interpersonal Relationships

Ch 11. Emotions & Emotional Expression
Lesson 1 – Emotions in Psychology: Definition, Biological Components & Survival Take Quiz
Lesson 2 – Categories of Emotion: 6 Basic Emotions, Oppositional Pairs & Biology Take Quiz
Lesson 3 – What Is Emotional Intelligence? – Definition & Explanation Take Quiz
Lesson 4 – How Influences on Emotional Expression Impact Communication Take Quiz
Lesson 5 – How Emotions Differ Across Cultures Take Quiz
Lesson 6 – Principles of Emotions & Emotional Messages Take Quiz
Lesson 7 – Controlling Emotions Through Self-Talk Take Quiz

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Practice test: Emotions & Emotional Expression

Ch 12. Communication Between Family & Friends
Lesson 1 – What is Family? – Definition, Characteristics & Types Take Quiz
Lesson 2 – Family Communication Patterns Take Quiz
Lesson 3 – Influences on Family Communication: Culture, Gender & Technology Take Quiz
Lesson 4 – Friends & Communication: Definition, Types & Aspects Take Quiz
Lesson 5 – Needs in a Friendship: Utility, Affirmation, Ego Support, Stimulation & Security Take Quiz
Lesson 6 – The Stages of Friendship: Contact, Involvement & Close/Intimate Take Quiz
Lesson 7 – Influences on Communication Amongst Friends: Culture, Gender & Technology Take Quiz
Lesson 8 – Communicating With and About People with Disabilities Take Quiz

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Practice test: Communication Between Family & Friends

Ch 13. Interpersonal Communication in Love & Relationships
Lesson 1 – Love Relationships: Their Characteristics & How They Develop Take Quiz
Lesson 2 – Love Styles & Interpersonal Communication Take Quiz
Lesson 3 – Interpersonal Communication in Love Relationships: Topics & Influences Take Quiz
Lesson 4 – Social Exchange Theory in Relationships: Definition, Examples & Predictions Take Quiz
Lesson 5 – The Equity Theory of Love: Definition, Examples & Predictions Take Quiz

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Practice test: Interpersonal Communication in Love & Relationships

Ch 14. Interpersonal Communication in the Workplace
Lesson 1 – Organizational Communication Take Quiz
Lesson 2 – Managerial Communication Take Quiz
Lesson 3 – Mentoring & Networking Relationships & Interpersonal Communication in the Workplace Take Quiz
Lesson 4 – Romantic Relationships in the Workplace & Interpersonal Communication Take Quiz

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Practice test: Interpersonal Communication in the Workplace

Ch 15. Computer-Mediated Communication
Lesson 1 – Computer-Mediated Communication: Definition, Types & Advantages Take Quiz
Lesson 2 – The Theory of Social Presence Take Quiz
Lesson 3 – Social Information Processing: Definition and Importance in Job Design Take Quiz
Lesson 4 – Comparing Face-to-Face & Computer-Mediated Communication Take Quiz

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Practice test: Computer-Mediated Communication

Ch 16. Studying for Communications 102
Flashcards – Overview of Interpersonal Communication Flashcards
Flashcards – Culture & Interpersonal Communication Flashcards
Flashcards – Perception & Self-Awareness in Interpersonal Communication Flashcards
Flashcards – Verbal & Nonverbal Communication Flashcards
Flashcards – Conversations & Effective Listening Flashcards
Flashcards – Relationship Theory in Interpersonal Communication Flashcards
Flashcards – The Conflict Management Process Flashcards
Flashcards – Power in Interpersonal Relationships Flashcards
Flashcards – Emotions & Emotional Expression Flashcards
Flashcards – Communication Between Family & Friends Flashcards
Flashcards – Communication in Love & Relationships Flashcards
Flashcards – Workplace & Computer-Mediated Communication Flashcards

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