COM 200: Interpersonal Communication
Spring 2026
Dr. Tarsha Rogers
Assignment Descriptions
MIDTERM PAPER
First, take the Myers-Briggs Personality Test (free) here:
Assignment Title: Understanding Myself Through the Myers-Briggs Personality
Assessment
Overview
For this midterm assignment, you will analyze the results of your Myers-Briggs
personality assessment. Through a 4-page, MLA-style paper, you will discuss
your personality type, reflect on the insights gained from your results, and
explore how this knowledge will enhance your interpersonal communication
skills in various contexts.
Assignment Requirements
1. Length: 4 pages (not including the Works Cited page).
2. Format: MLA style (including 1-inch margins, double-spacing, and a
readable 12-point font such as Times New Roman).
3.Content:
• Introduction: Introduce the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) and its
relevance to interpersonal communication. Briefly state your
personality type and what it signifies.
• Analysis of Results:
o Describe your personality type (e.g., INFP, ESTJ) and the
characteristics associated with it.
o Reflect on whether you agree with the results and how accurately
they represent your personality.
• Communication Style: Discuss how your personality type influences
your communication style. Consider aspects such as:
o Your approach to conflict resolution
o Your preferences in group settings
o Your listening and speaking styles
• Application of Knowledge:
o Analyze how understanding your personality type can benefit
your interactions with others.
o Provide specific examples of how you plan to adapt your
communication strategies based on your results.
o Discuss potential challenges you might face when interacting
with personality types that differ from yours and how you intend
to address these challenges.
• Conclusion: Summarize the key points of your analysis and reinforce
the importance of self-awareness in improving interpersonal
communication.
Guidelines
• Research: Use at least three scholarly sources to support your
analysis of the Myers-Briggs assessment and its implications for
communication. These can include academic articles, books on
personality psychology, or research studies.
• Citations: Make sure to properly cite your sources in MLA format both
in-text and on the Works Cited page.
• Outline: Submit a brief outline of your paper with your final
submission. This outline should include your main points and the
structure of your paper.
• Draft Review: You are encouraged to schedule a draft review with the
instructor during office hours to receive feedback before submitting
the final paper.
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Submission
• Due Date: [Insert due date here]
• Format: Submit your paper as a Word document or PDF via Canvas.
• Exam Late Policy: No late submissions for assignments.
Evaluation
Your paper will be graded based on the following criteria:
▪ Clarity and depth of analysis (30%)
▪ Organization and structure (25%)
▪ Use of sources and citations (25%)
▪ Writing quality (grammar, punctuation, spelling) (20%)
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By understanding your personality through the Myers-Briggs framework, you
will not only gain insights into your own behavior but also enhance your ability
to communicate effectively with others. Use this opportunity to reflect deeply
on your interpersonal skills and how they can be improved through self-
awareness.
