Week 10 Learning Outcomes

Question 1

What is Communication Accommodation Theory?

Answer 1

A theory that explains how individuals adjust their communication styles based on their interactions with others.

Question 2

What are the two main components of Communication Accommodation Theory?

Answer 2

Convergence and divergence.

Question 3

Define communication convergence.

Answer 3

The process of adapting one’s communication style to become more similar to the other person’s style.

Question 4

Define communication divergence.

Answer 4

The process of maintaining or emphasizing differences in communication style from the other person.

Question 5

What role does culture play in communication accommodations?

Answer 5

Culture influences communication styles and the degree to which individuals converge or diverge in their interactions.

Question 6

What is the Participation Model for augmentative and alternative communication?

Answer 6

A framework that focuses on the ways individuals can participate in communication through various modes and tools.

Question 7

List barriers to participation in the Participation Model.

Answer 7

• Physical barriers
• Social barriers
• Attitudinal barriers
• Technological barriers

Question 8

List opportunities for participation in the Participation Model.

Answer 8

• Access to technology
• Support from communication partners
• Availability of resources

Question 9

List facilitators to communication access in the Participation Model.

Answer 9

• Training and education
• Advocacy and support services
• Inclusive environments

Question 10

What are the medical and social models of health and disability?

Answer 10

• Medical model: focuses on diagnosis and treatment of disabilities as individual impairments.
• Social model: emphasizes societal barriers and the need for inclusivity.

Question 11

What is the difference between intentional communication and communication intentionality?

Answer 11

• Intentional communication: purposeful communication aimed at conveying a specific message.
• Communication intentionality: the understanding that communication is made with intention, even if not clearly expressed.

Question 12

List early communication milestones focused on communication intention development.

Answer 12

• Eye contact
• Gestures
• Vocalizations
• First words

Question 13

What is the speech chain model?

Answer 13

A model that describes the process of communication from the speaker’s thoughts to the listener’s understanding.

Question 14

What are the applications of the speech chain model?

Answer 14

• Facilitating effective communication
• Understanding communication breakdowns
• Enhancing communication training