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Handbook of Experiential Learning...
The Television Relationship
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This exercise can be used to focus on any interpersonal concept, for example, conflict, power, relationship development, communication effectiveness, assertiveness, or any number of other topics considered throughout this text. The class should be separated into several small groups. The groups may each watch a different sitcom or drama or soap operate or may watch the same program but focus on different concepts.
One procedure is to have each group select a topic (say, conflict). The group should meet briefly to work up a list of questions or "viewing guides" to help focus their attention and to make sure that the concept is covered fully. Each member should then watch and analyze a television program for the way in which it portrays and deals with the concept. To illustrate the type of questions that might prove helpful, here are some on the concept of conflict:
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