What This Document Is
This document contains discussion questions for COM-263, a course within the Fundamentals of Communication (COM 100) program at Grand Canyon University. It presents student responses to three discussion prompts centered on intercultural communication concepts. The questions explore intercultural literacy, relevant communication theories, and ethical considerations within the field.
Why This Document Matters
This resource is valuable for students enrolled in COM-263 seeking to understand the range of perspectives and approaches to intercultural communication. It serves as a preview of potential discussion points and demonstrates how course concepts are applied to real-world scenarios. It’s most useful when preparing for class participation or reviewing key themes.
Common Limitations or Challenges
This document provides *examples* of discussion responses, but it does not offer comprehensive coverage of all intercultural communication theories or ethical dilemmas. It represents individual student interpretations and should not be considered definitive answers. It is not a substitute for assigned readings or lectures.
What This Document Provides
The full document includes:
* Responses to three discussion questions: one on intercultural literacy, one comparing Uncertainty Reduction Theory and Relational Models Theory, and one on ethical issues in intercultural communication.
* A student’s application of intercultural communication principles to personal experiences.
* A reference to a book on effective intercultural communication from a Christian perspective (Moreau, Campbell, & Greener, 2011).
This preview *does not* include the complete arguments presented in each response, the grading rubric, or additional course materials. It offers a glimpse into the type of engagement expected in the COM-263 discussions.