Interpersonal Communication Class Analysis

In my interpersonal communication class, we spent the time learning how to communicate and score our skills based on our learning. In the class, you learn to be the better version of you, not a different person. The major topics we learned in the class are process and functions of communication, relationship development, communication strategies, interpersonal language skills, listening and response skills and managing conflict. As we learned more about interpersonal communication theory we may find ourselves thinking of instances in daily life and relationships that directly correspond with the theory. I found the theories to be similar to how many people behave, communicate, and think with regards to interacting with one another.

We took 12 self-assessment at the end of each chapter to see our spot in the latter of

I was unaware of the power of words and that's the way we say words can affect us and the people around us. You can deliver the same message either in an encouraging way or in a painful way. Chapter 11 will teach you how important confirming messages are and the reflection they have on people. I have talked before about my best friend “Lubna” and how much love and respect I have for her. This class taught me how to have a better talk with her and stabilize our relationship. She event noticed that I'm changing to being more funny and open in terms of talking and expressing what I feel. My “Aha” moment in the class was in chapter 3. Coming from the middle east and speaking another language I always feel more confident to express myself online than face to face. I don't usually give my opinion when I’m in the class or share any information. I was surprised that even native people who speak English and are from the USA feel the same way. Many classmates expressed how they feel more comfortable in an online discussion than face to face. I felt more confident knowing that I’m not