Practical Advice Section for ICA by Kaylin Duncan

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klduncan11 — 2024-03-04 21:18:30 UTC

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Group 1 Prompt

klduncan11 — 2024-09-19 15:17:27 UTC

You recently started a new job with a public relations firm. On your first day, you learn that you will be sharing an office with Gregory, a 70-year old, gentleman. Gregory has worked for the PR firm for 20 years. Referencing the communication theories below, what would each theory suggest you do to develop a relationship with Gregory? What might each theory suggest you do after an extended period of time working with Gregory to maintain the established, strong relationship?

Group 2 Prompt

klduncan11 — 2024-09-19 15:17:55 UTC

Welcome to the University of Alabama. You have been assigned to live in Joney Hall and your lucky roommate is senior, Riley Smith.

** As a first-year student, you are eager to meet Riley and attend the capstone. This will be your first time living away from home. Referencing the communication theories below, what would each theory suggest you do to learn about Riley and develop a relationship with Riley? What might each theory suggest you do after an extended period of living with Riley to maintain the relationship?

Group 3 Prompt

klduncan11 — 2024-09-19 15:18:27 UTC

Swipe Right. Match! Congrats you have matched with Justin Beiber’s sibling, Alex Bieber, on a dating app. You are excited about the prospect of meeting Riley as you are searching for a long-term relationship. You hope that Riley shares similar qualities as you such as a love for music and appreciation for the outdoors. Referencing the communication theories below, what would each theory suggest you do to develop a relationship with Alex? What might each theory suggest you do after an extended period of time interacting with Alex to maintain the established, strong relationship?

Group 4 Prompt

klduncan11 — 2024-09-19 15:18:55 UTC

As you arrive to COM 302 course, you notice a student, Alex, is staring at you. When you turn to make eye contact, Alex scrowls and grunt at your attention. Although you are trying to paying attention in class, your mind is preoccupied about why this student expressed dissent toward you. You are very concerned about maintaining a desirable image. You have no relational history with Alex. Based on the theories above, what might you expect in terms of future interactions between these students?

Group 2 Prompt

2024-09-19 15:43:43 UTC

Practical Advice: Grace Williams, Jack Arnone

Uncertainty Reduction Theory:

Due to Riley being a senior, you are naturally going to have an increased uncertainty. So, in order to reduce uncertainty you may try to find things out or get to know him to reduce uncertainty. As far as incentives, when starting out at school you’re going to want to develop friendships. Another incentive would be that you want your living situation to be as healthy as possible. As far as future interaction you will see your roommate every day so it’s beneficial to keep a healthy relationship.

Social Penetration Theory:

When you first meet Riley all your conversations will be surface-level. Ideally, as time goes on and you get to know Riley you will move towards deeper levels in the onion. This will not only increase breadth but also depth which will equally increase a relationship. In the future in order to keep that strong relationship with Riley it’s in your best interest to keep penetrating the onion. It is important to know that when you first meet there will be a lot of breadth but not as much depth.

Expectancy Violations Theory:

When you meet Riley you immediately ask him to go to lunch. This will be violating the norm but will result in a stronger relationship at the start.In the future, you may still want to violate expectations but being cautious and careful is key as you don’t want to cause any harm to the roommate relationship.