Verbal Communication
Deception, Disconfirmation, and Using Inferences
This Weeks Assignment
Find three videos that apply to this week’s chapter. One of the videos needs to show someone who is using a message with meanings that are meant to deceive. The second video should illustrate disconfirming behavior. The third video should show someone using an inference.
Deception
Jim and Pam's friend uses verbal communication to deceive Dwight.
Asian Jim // Jim Vs Dwight // The Office US
Disconfirming
All the members of the group disconfirm Jerry by ignoring his message and saying things to lower his self esteem.
Parks and Recreation: Jerry's mural submission
Inference
Coworkers at the office make an incorrect inference about what is happening in this situation.
Don't Jump to Conclusions