Assignment:
Discussion: Gender Communication
Please read the assigned chapters below Interpersonal Communication responding to the following discussion questions:
1. Many researchers believe all behavioral differences between women and men are socially constructed. Do you agree? Can you think of any behavioral differences that might be genetic or otherwise constructed?
2. Why do you think men claim to use more instrumental talk and women are more prone to expressive talk? What are some various ways to explain these differences? How does personality influence language styles as well?
3. Is gender important in defining the way people interact with each other? Why or why not?