Homework: Relational Communication
Topic: Self-Concept and Relational Communication Paper - Rough Draft
Write a 1,000 to 1,250 words paper, applying what you have learned about the study of relational communication thus far in the class by doing the following:
a. After reviewing this topic's assigned readings, explain the role of self-concept, identity, or self-perception in relationships (think about Goffman's distinction between "front region" and "back region" or Identity Management Theory). How do these concepts influence communication choices in friend, work, romantic, or family relationships? (Suggestion: Only choose one or two relationship types to address; there is not enough space to give adequate attention to all of them)
b. What is the role of faith and religious or spiritual identity in relationships? How does it affect communication in relationships?
c. Use current communication research to support an argument about how new media (i.e., social networking sites/apps) influence identity construction and identity management in the relationships that were discussed in prompt 1 above.
Format your homework according to the give formatting requirements:
a. The answer must be double spaced, typed, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides.
b. The response also includes a cover page containing the title of the homework, the course title, the student's name, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
c. Also include a reference page. The references and Citations should follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.