Question 1

Using an example of a nonverbal phenomenon that you would like to know more about, discuss how you might go about studying it.

Accepted Answer

One nonverbal phenomenon that I would like to know more about is the use of body language in different cultures. Body language can vary greatly from one culture to another, and I am interested in understanding how these differences impact communication and social interactions.

To study this phenomenon, I would first conduct a literature review to understand the existing research on body language and cultural differences. This would help me identify key theories and concepts that have been explored in this area.

Next, I would design a research study to investigate how body language is used in different cultures. This could involve conducting interviews or surveys with individuals from various cultural backgrounds to gather their perspectives on the role of body language in communication. I would also consider using observational methods to analyze how people from different cultures use body language in real-life interactions.

Additionally, I would seek to collaborate with experts in cross-cultural communication and nonverbal behavior to gain insights and guidance on the best methods for studying this phenomenon.

Overall, studying the use of body language in different cultures would require a combination of qualitative and quantitative research methods, as well as a deep understanding of cultural differences and communication dynamics. By approaching the study from multiple angles, I would be able to gain a comprehensive understanding of this nonverbal phenomenon.

Question 2

When you use this to create a theoretical perspective, you look at the variables of the study in their totality, as "whole picture." It is also referred to as Gestalt or external variable. Which concept is this referring to?

Accepted Answer

A)  Cultural influences. 
B)  Use of a literature review. 
C)  Functional approach. 
D)  Structural approach. 
E)  None of the above. C

Question 3

If you went into a classroom and controlled certain variables in order to see if those variables had an effect on the student's behavior, you would be using this form of research.

Accepted Answer

A)  Structural approach. 
B)  Functional approach. 
C)  Field Studies. 
D)  Field Experiment. 
E)  None of the above. D

Question 4

Collection and verification of primary sources, interpreting the information found, and making conclusions. To what do these issues refer?

Accepted Answer

A)  Forms of data collected. 
B)  Major areas used to decide what methodology to use. 
C)  Definition of Triangulation. 
D)  Functions of a Literature Review. 
E)  None of the above.

Question 5

When you use this to create a theoretical perspective, you look at the variables of the study separately; each is looked at individually. Which concept is this referring to?

Accepted Answer

A)  Structural approach. 
B)  Dyadic effect. 
C)  Methodological approach. 
D)  Functional approach . 
E)  None of the above.

Question 6

Tell the issues of the amount of control you have over variables when studying them.

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Question 7

This occurs where research builds off of other research, often through replication, and also provides another angle for interpreting results. To what does this refer?

Accepted Answer

A)  Deciding what data counts. 
B)  The process of using a field experiment. 
C)  Definition of Triangulation. 
D)  The continuity distinction. 
E)  None of the above.

Question 8

Information from laboratory investigations, from surveys, from field experiments, and from field studies. To what does this refer?

Accepted Answer

A)  Forms of data collected. 
B)  Responses to messages received. 
C)  How norms play a part in nonverbal communication. 
D)  Decision tools for conducting nonverbal research. 
E)  None of the above.

Question 9

Tell the things you should consult when reviewing the literature of nonverbal communication.

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Question 10

Discuss why replication is important when conducting studies, giving an example where it might strengthen some research findings.

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Question 11

This step of nonverbal communication research has you using laboratory experiments, surveys and questionnaires, field experiments, and field studies to complete this step of the research process.

Accepted Answer

A)  Continuity distinction. 
B)  Determining a Methodology. 
C)  Data Collection. 
D)  Filters that influence how we conduct research. 
E)  None of the above.

Question 12

This step of nonverbal communication research has you looking through the materials that exist on the topic you wish to research. It is the first step of ALL scientific research, not just nonverbal communication research. Which step is it?

Accepted Answer

A)  Establishing a Theoretical Perspective. 
B)  Literature Review. 
C)  Interactional research approach. 
D)  Data Analysis and Application. 
E)  None of the above.

Question 13

This step of nonverbal communication research has you deciding whether you want quantitative or qualitative results, or both, and choosing a way to get that information.

Accepted Answer

A)  Establishing a Theoretical Perspective. 
B)  Determining a Methodology. 
C)  Data Collection. 
D)  Data Analysis and Application. 
E)  None of the above.

Question 14

Using an example, discuss how your analysis of the information you might glean in a field experiment will be different than at field study.

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Question 15

What counts as data AND how data count: to what does this refer?

Accepted Answer

A)  Establishing a theoretical perspective. 
B)  Major areas used to decide what methodology to use. 
C)  Structural approach. 
D)  Continuity distinction. 
E)  None of the above.

Question 16

This step of nonverbal communication research has you choosing to follow a structural approach or a functional approach. Which is it?

Accepted Answer

A)  Establishing a Theoretical Perspective. 
B)  Definition of triangulation. 
C)  Data collection and analysis. 
D)  Contextual norms in communication. 
E)  None of the above.

Question 17

Let's say you sit in the lobby of your class building to discover whether students are more nonverbally stressed out when they have 10 minutes between their classes (MWF) or when they have 15 minutes (Tu/Th). You look for certain nonverbal behaviors deemed stressful by earlier research; you count the numbers of them on the two different class schedule days for a two-week period. Then you analyze your findings. What form of research would you be using?

Accepted Answer

A)  Linguistic Distinction. 
B)  Field Studies. 
C)  Norm of Reciprocity. 
D)  Data Analysis and Application. 
E)  None of the above.

Question 18

Tell the limitations of nonverbal research.

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Exam 15: Appendix: Methods of Nonverbal Communication Research