A Professor Came to Class Dressed in a Formal Shirt

question 52

Essay

A professor came to class dressed in a formal shirt and tie.He stated that he would like to explain the concept of self.He took off his tie and shirt.Underneath he had a on a t-shirt with a picture of a handsome tennis player on the front.Then the professor turned around to show a picture of a cartoon clown on the back."All of these express who I am," he said.What point was the professor trying to make? What did his choice of varying dress forms and associated iconic symbols most likely represent?

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Definitions:

Connecting

The process of establishing relationships or links between people, devices, or concepts for communication or interaction.

Backchannel

A secondary or covert route of communication that is used to exchange messages privately or facilitate understanding without interrupting the primary communication flow.

Audience Analysis

The process of understanding the characteristics, needs, and preferences of the potential audience to tailor communication effectively.

Overcoming Anxiety

The process of managing and reducing feelings of worry, nervousness, or unease about something with an uncertain outcome.