COMM1040 Study Guide - Midterm Guide: Interpersonal Communication, Dominant Culture, Communication Theory
2 Nov 2015
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Exam information: the test will include multiple choice, matching, and short answer questions. You will have the full class period to complete the exam. As you study, you will want to consider information from your textbook and lecture notes, including the various videos, examples, and discussions we had in class. Culture: an established coherent set of beliefs, attitudes, values, and practices shared by a large group of people. Communicate the culture so it can be passed on. Influences: nationality, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, physical abilities, age. Understand co-culture communication theory and practices involved in interaction between co- cultures and dominant cultures. People who have more power within a society determine the dominant culture. Members who don"t conform to the dominant culture form co-cultures. Can be based on age, social class, gender, mental capabilities. Co-cultures develop communication practices for interacting with members of the dominant culture. Communication practices are made to ____ fit in, stand out.
