10 . Describe strategies for managing interpersonal conflicts . 11 . Recognize how self-concept and defensive and supportive messages and behaviors create positive and negative communication climates . 12 . Understand the impact of gender and culture on interpersonal communications .
Write an eight to ten page paper ( excluding title and reference pages ) in the form of a letter . In this paper , address at least five concepts to discuss ( choose the concepts that you feel are most important to successful communication within interpersonal relationships ). Your advice cannot be based on your own opinions ; you must back up your advice with research . This may include readings from this course or from outside sources . In total , your paper must include at least five ( 5 ) sources with at least two ( 2 ) from ProQuest . This is a formal paper and should include proper grammar , complete sentences , appropriate paragraphs , and correct citations / references in proper APA style . However , you will write this paper in the format of a letter to the newly engaged couple and may address the couple throughout the paper . For example : “ Dear Sara and Tim , my advice to you for a successful relationship is …” Along with explaining the communication concepts and including the research , you may also use your personal experiences to explain the research and advice that you are offering .
Papers must be formatted according to APA ( 6th edition ) style guidelines as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center . If you would like to refer to APA samples and tutorials , log into the Ashford Writing Center ( USER NAME : ashford ; PASSWORD : student ). Click on the “ APA & Research Guides ” tab and review the resources .
Please Note : An outline draft of this assignment will be submitted during Week 3 , on Day 7 . You will receive feedback on your draft so that you can make the necessary improvements for your final paper submission during Week Five .
Writing the Final Paper The Final Paper : 1 . Must be eight to ten double-spaced pages in length , and formatted according to APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center . 2 . Must include a title page with the following : o Title of paper o Student ’ s name o Course name and number o Instructor ’ s name o Date submitted 3 . Must begin with an introductory paragraph that has a succinct thesis statement . 4 . Must address the topic of the paper with critical thought . 5 . Must end with a conclusion that reaffirms your thesis . 6 . Must use at least five ( 5 ) scholarly sources , including a minimum of two ( 2 ) from ProQuest , found in the Ashford Online Library . 7 . Must document all sources in APA style , as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center .