Dropbox Activity: Family and Conflict

CSLO # 6 demonstrate an understanding of those factors that influence effectiveness in interpersonal communication

CSLO #7 demonstrate an understanding of the ethics and effectiveness of mediated communication tools and practices

Please be reminded that this is a substantial, important grade. You may gain some personal insight, but only if you seriously engage with your course material as well as honestly reflecting on your own experiences. A general guideline would be one and one half to two pages for length, but it really is meaningful response that matters.

As your authors suggest, we often pattern our conflict management styles based on what we observed in our families. For this assignment, write a personal essay in which you respond to the following questions making sure to apply terms and concepts from your course reading where appropriate. Please ensure that your responses are thoughtful and complete.

1. How did you learn to deal with conflict?

A.) Were you socialized to use passive, assertive, or aggressive strategies?

2. How does your gender affect the way you deal with conflict?

3. What cultural influences do you see as having an effect on your responses to conflicts?

4. What roles do social media tools and messages play in your experience and management of conflict?

5. Are you comfortable with the ways in which you deal with conflict?

6. What did you learn from your study that will help you in managing future conflicts?