Analysis of a Speech
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3 page discussion of a May 1994 speech delivered by Lee Brown (director of the National Drug Control Policy) about the state of the 'drug war.' Written from a persuasive communications perspective; contains relevant jargon and technical terms. Bibliography lists 1 textbook source and reference to the speech itself.
Filename: Brown13.wps

Analysis of a Speech
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An elaboration of Brown13.wps, this 3 page work incorporates analyses from such communications perspectives/models as the AIDA model and the Toulmin format. Bibliography lists 1 textbook source and reference to the speech itself.
Filename: Brown14.wps

Analysis of a Speech
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A thorough 7 page analysis of the speech discussed in Brown13.wps and Brown14.wps. Explores many aspects of persuasive communications including audience, values, motives, semantics, thematic dimension and those previously listed. Bibliography lists 1 textbook source and reference to the speech itself.
Filename: Brown15.rtf

Speech Analysis / King's 'I Have a Dream' # 2
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A 5 page look at organization in M.L.K.'s 'I Have a Dream' speech. The writer is predominately concerned with such keywords in communications study as : motivational sequence, attention, visualization, & action steps, qualifiers and more. Bibliography lists 2 sources (one of them is a published version of the speech itself).
Filename: Mlk14.wps

Are Non-Verbal Communications In-Born or are They Learned ?
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An 8 page look at non-verbal communications (i.e., gestures, motions, batting eyelashes, etc;) and the importance of realizing that different groups of people may interpret them in different ways. The primary focus of this particular report, however, is to analyze the controversy over whether most non-verbal communication activities are in-born traits or learned activities. Various issues and studies are explored to help answer this very question and arguments seem to lean strongly in favor of the 'in-born side' for certain non-verbal communications while some lean strongly in favor of the 'learned' side for other examples of non-verbal communication. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Nonverbl.wps

Book Review / Culture & Non-Verbal Communication
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5 page review of Edward T. Hall's 'The Silent Language' in which the writer discusses how various non-verbal factors play a major contributive role in communication and its subsequent understanding. With emphasis on the social and cultural factors that influence each of us, Hall's book essentially outlines various concepts that comprise our understanding of self and others. The role of culture in nonverbal communication is of primary importance to this discussion. No Bibliography.
Filename: Silenlan.wps

Communication / Nonverbal Messages
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A 6 page research paper investigating the power of nonverbal messages in the communication process. The investigator hypothesized that facial expressions were more important in terms of other people's perception. A brief literature review revealed significant information concerning the impact of nonverbal communication messages. The literature is discussed along with implications in the process of communicating with others. Bibliography included.
Filename: Nverbal.wps

Communications / Gender Similarities
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A 10 page research example on gender differences in communication. The writer develops a thesis based on studies in nonverbal communications, gender differences, demand-withdrawal, and other studies and commentaries that support the idea that the reported differences are in fact false. Even research geared toward gender differences has been inconclusive, and it is apparent in social interactions that there are more similarities than differences. Bibliography lists 13 sources.
Filename: Gendsim.wps

Emotional Intelligence and Nonverbal Communication
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A 5 page paper that provides an evaluative overview of the elements of emotional intelligence and their correlates to nonverbal communication. This paper argues the elements of Dan Goleman's premises on emotional intelligence and their developmental impact and considers the nature of emotional expression as it impacts nonverbal actions. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Emiq.wps

Emotions and Nonverbal Communication
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This 5 page paper examines nonverbal communication and explores the relationship between this type of communication and human emotions. Gender differences are touched on as is the fact that disabled individuals are less likely to be able to read nonverbal cues. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: SA30NonV.wps

Nonverbal Communication and Gender Differences
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A 12 page paper that provides an overview of nonverbal communication and considers it in terms of the way both men and women encode and decode these messages. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
Filename: Verbgend.wps

Speech Analysis / King's 'I Have a Dream' # 3
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A 9 page paper on King's 'I Have a Dream' speech in which the writer discusses the speaker, audience, time, setting, place, etc; From a communications perspective, this report is concerned with Martin Luther King's effectiveness in terms of ethos, stock issues, appeal to his audience's needs, and much more. Bibliography lists 3 sources. (one of them is a published version of the speech itself).
Filename: Mlk15.rtf

Speech Analysis / Martin Luther King's 'Letter from A Birmingham Jail'
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A 5 page essay on the sufficiency, value and effectiveness of Martin Luther King Jr.'s letter to the clergy written while incarcerated. The writer argues that through poetics, rather than potentially misunderstood detail, King made a factual, ethical, and inductive argument which succeeds by virtue of a variety of equitable treatments. Bibliography lists 1 source.
Filename: Birjail.wps

Speech Analysis / John F. Kennedy
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5 pages analyzing J.F.K.'s 'remarks on church and state'-- The writer examines from a communications perspective how Kennedy used persuasive techniques to make his words and presentation more effective. Sociocultural roles, empathy, and even Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs are among the many keywords mentioned in the body of this well-written analysis. No Bibliography.
Filename: Jfkspeec.rtf

Interpersonal Conflict Resolution and Communication
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In 6 pages, the author discusses interpersonal conflict resolution and communication. Whether it is between husband and wife, co-workers, or even criminals and their victims, interpersonal conflict resolution is vital for effective communication, and effective communication is vital for interpersonal conflict resolution. The two are juxtaposed. Without effective communication, interpersonal conflict resolution cannot occur. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: PCicrc.doc

Leadership, Interpersonal Skills and Decision-Making
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This 9 page paper outlines some basic principles related to leadership, communication, interpersonal skills and decision-making. In particular, this paper assesses the following: interpersonal skills in regards to interacting with others; leadership skills providing direction; written communication skills writing to others; oral communication skills talking and listening to others; perception skills identifying information; organizing and planning skills establishing course of action; decision making skills reach conclusions; decisiveness skills taking action; flexibility skills adapting to change. Bibliography lists 12 sources.
Filename: MHleader.wps

'Intercultural Communication'
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A 5 page book review on 'Intercultural Communication by Richard E. Porter, edited by Larry A. Samovar. No additional sources cited.
Filename: RAsamovar.rtf