COM 200 week 3 Assignment 1

Ashford 4: – Week 3 – Assignment 1

Article Critique: Self-Disclosure, Gender, and Communication
 

Review the article entitled, “

Can we talk?

” and Section 2.2 of our text titled “Biological Sex and Gender.” Based on what you’ve learned in these readings, write a two-page paper (excluding title and reference pages) about your thoughts on this article. In your paper, be sure to address the following:

• Can you relate to this article on self-disclosure in      relationships? If so, explain what specifically you could relate to and      provide examples of your own experiences. If not, what has your experience      been regarding self-disclosure in your intimate relationships? 
• Do you agree that self-disclosure is important and      directly related to satisfaction in relationships? Why or why not?
• What about gender differences? Remember, although      research has found differences in gender communication, it has also found      similarities. What kind of similarities between genders have you      experienced? 
• Lastly, remember that although research is based on      generalizations, not everyone fits into these generalizations regarding      gender. Do you feel like you fit into the generalizations?

Be sure to reference the article and at least one of your other course readings from this week in your paper. This can be your textbook or one of the recommended articles. The paper must be formatted according to APA style. Cite your resources in text and on the reference page. For information regarding APA samples and tutorials, visit the Ashford Writing Center, within the Learning Resources tab on the left navigation toolbar.

Carefully review the

Grading Rubric

for the criteria that will be used to evaluate your assignment.