ASSIGNMENT – WHAT DOES EMPATHY LOOK LIKE
INTS 1240 – FALL 2020
Due Date:Sep 25th
This assignment will explore your understanding of the concept of empathy and what that means behaviourally. The format for this assignment will be provided by your instructor. It should be no more than 500 words in length excluding references which must be included. Use proper spelling, grammar, sentence structure and APA format. Do not include the question in the response as part of the word count.
Your assignment must be submitted through Blackboard. See questions below that you are to respond to for this assignment.
It must include at least 2 citations and perspectives of one other academic source beyond the course readings.
You will be assessed on your ability to integrate your own experience and perspective with terms and theory from the course. It is important to refer to class notes, handouts, and the course readings as part of your answer. Where necessary be sure to properly cite sources using APA format.
QUESTIONS
• Recall an instance in your life where someone responded to you with empathy. Describe the situation and your feelings about the experience. What qualities, characteristics, or skills demonstrated by this person contributed to an empathic response?
• Recall an instance in your life where you used empathy while communicating. Describe the situation, which empathic listening skills you used, and your feelings about the experience. How did the use of empathy contribute to effective communication?
• How does empathy differ from sympathy?
• Give an example of a difficult listening situation when you were not empathic and where the outcome was not favorable. Analyze the situation: What made it difficult? What barriers may have existed? Consider how you could have improved your listening in this situation. How might you have responded differently?
• What 2 actions are you going to take to develop your Empathy Skills