Step 1: Define communication. Describe how and why it is important.

Step 2: Next, define and describe 3 types of communication, describe how they are similar or different, and analyze why you prefer one type of communication over another.

Step 3: Define and describe self-concept and apply your definition to an example of how communication has shaped your self-concept.

Step 4: Next, explore how culture has impacted your self-concept. How has it impacted your interactions with individuals with different cultural affiliations and beliefs?

Step 5: Please define language. How have you used language to convey your values?

Step 6: Please provide two examples to explain how troublesome language has impacted your personal, academic, or professional relationships.

Step 7: Please use two personal examples to describe how you can use the characteristics of competent communicators to improve your relationships.