COM 12509 Capella University Interpersonal Communications Essay

COM12509A1 Interpersonal CommInstructions
Understanding our own identity is a vital part of becoming a better communicator as it influences our perception
and how we see the world. For this assignment, you will need to explore your own self-concept by identifying
how the intersectionality of your social identities impacts your self-concept and your interpersonal
communication. Be sure to read the article What-are-Social-Identities prior to completing this assignment.
In your reflection, you will first need to discuss how the intersectionality of your social identities impacts you. B
sure to address at least three of the social identities listed in the article, as well as any others you would like to
add. Then, you will need to reflect on at least one of the resources provided to you in the additional content
module for Identity. In addition, you will need to find 1 source that is not provided to you in the additional
content here that helps you to reflect further on any one of your social identities. Remember that you can Book a
Research Appointment with a Librarian with your home campus library to help you find a good source for this!
Be sure to conclude your reflection by noting what you learned about the impact of your identities on your selfconcept, how it impacts your interpersonal communication, and how you will use this information moving
forward.
Possible talking points to consider:
1. Did you learn new language to express your identity? How did this impact your ideas about this identity?
2. Has reading about how others express their identity helped you relate more to yours? If so, how?
3. Do you find that some of your identities have conflicting social expectations? If so, how do you plan to
negotiate these?
4. Do you see yourself represented in media? How does this impact your self-concept?
5. If your identity is not a part of the majority in the United States, how does this impact your self-concept?
Due on Oct 1, 2023 11:59 PM
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Rubric Name: Identity Reflection
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Criteria
Level 3
2 points
Level 2
1 point
Introduction
Thesis clearly addresses what reflection is about.
Introduction included but thesi
unclear.
Intersectionality
Reflection addresses the intersectionality of personal
identification of social identities.
Reflection alludes to intersectio
of social identities but doesn’t c
identify them as applies to writ
Social Identities
At least 3 identities from the article What are Social
Identities are addressed.
At least 2 identities from the
article What are Social Identiti
addressed.
Additional Content
Resource Addressed
Reflection clearly addresses at least 1 specific source Reflection alludes to what was
provided in the additional content module of week 4. from the resources in the additi
content module of week 4 but d
clearly identify source.
Student found source
Reflection on the impact of identity through a source Reflection of a sources is allud
that was not provided in the additional content is
but missing in-text citation. So
included and source is clearly identified in either APA cited in APA or MLA format in
or MLA formatting both in-text and in a works cited cited or bibliography.
or bibliography.
Criteria
Level 3
2 points
Level 2
1 point
Self-concept
Clear discussion of how these social identities impact Discussion of social identities
writer’s self-concept is included with examples of
to impact on self-concept witho
impact.
example.
Impact of social
identities on
interpersonal
communication skills.
Clear discussion of how your social identities impact
how you communicate with examples included.
What was learned?
Write includes summation of what was learned from Writer addresses what was lear
project and how they will use this information moving from project but does not addre
forward.
information will be used movin
forward.
Total
Score of Identity Reflection,
/ 16
Discussion alludes to how soc
identities impact how you
communicate without example
2012 Diversity Summit
Race Matters
What are Social Identities?/ List the Big 8 Identities
Social identities are a result of shared constructions and social relations of the people who created it based on societal
norms (Johnson, 2006). Dominant and subordinated identities can affect an individual’s experience of privilege and
oppression. A person’s identity is how the person defines who they are. While there are many identities that can
describe a person there are some that are more salient than others. The “Big 8” socially constructed identities are:
race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, ability, religion/spirituality, nationality and socioeconomic status.
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VIII.
Racial identity shapes privileged status for some and undermines the social standing of others. Race
identifies a group that is socially defined, but on the basis of physical criteria including skin color and
facial features.
Ethnicity identity is defined in terms of culture, language, and country of origin. This relates to a person
or to a large group of people who share a national, cultural, and/or linguistic heritage, whether or not
they reside in their countries of origin.
Sexual orientation identity is defined as an emotional, romantic, sexual, spiritual, affectional, and/or
relational attraction to another person or persons. It can involve fantasy, behavior, and self-identification;
a person’s general makeup or alignment in terms of partner attraction. Sexual orientation evolves
through a multistage developmental process, and may change over time. One’s sexual orientation is not
necessarily associated with a person’s gender identity; and the two can be completely unrelated. Self-labels
might include: gay, lesbian, heterosexual, same-gender loving, bisexual, pansexual, queer, straight, etc.
Gender identity is who a person sees themselves, for example: as a woman, as a man, as a
transgender/gender queer person, as a combination, or as none of these categories. A person’s gender
identity may or may not conform to the conventional expectations for their birth sex. For example, a
person may be assigned male at birth and identity as a woman. This can be a person’s sense of being
masculine, feminine, or other gendered.
Ability identity is the physical or mental capacity to do something or perform successfully. Able-bodied,
individuals who do not suffer from developmental, psychological, learning, physical and illiteracy
disabilities.
Religion/Spirituality identity is an institutionalized or personal system of beliefs and practices relating to
the divine.
Nationality identity is the identifier expressed by the individuals’ country of origin.
Socioeconomic status identity is the social standing based income and/or one’s position in society
(working poor, working class, middle class and upper class).
(Johnson, 2006; Tatum, 2000).
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