Directions: Read the research article posted , In the Eye of the Beholder: Eye Contact Increases Resistance to Persuasion (Chen, Minson, Schöne, & Heinrichs, 2013)
First, you will be asked to provide a summary of the major findings of the article. After the summary, please answer the following questions in your own words. Your responses should compose 2-2.5 pages. Please attach a blank copy of the rubric with your response.
1. There is an assumption that direct eye contact is persuasive, what is the problem with this assumption?
2. What are the problems with past research that prevent us from saying for sure that direct eye contact leads to persuasion?
3. What is the main takeaway of this study? What can you take away from this article that could be applied to improve communication in your close relationships?
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