I need you to write 3-5 page essay talking about the tension in communication sk

I need you to write 3-5 page essay talking about the tension in communication skills between Lorelai and her mother in the first three seasons of the show.
Your paper should show critical thinking and clearly apply course vocabulary following the directions and rubric below.
Paper Outline
• Introduction
• Relationship Type Analysis (Chapter 11 Content and Analysis)
• Relationships Development Analysis (Chapter 10 Content and Analysis)
• Recommendations (any course material)
• Conclusion
• Works Cited (MLA format)
Tips for Success
o Be sure to include specific examples, using the characters’ names.
o Bold, italicize or underline course terms used.
o Focus your paper on describing the actual relationship types and theories observed among the characters rather than a descriiption of the characters themselves. In addition, do not spend time relaying a synopsis of the show, the plot, etc. as that is not the objective of this assignment.
o Avoid researching the show on the internet or elsewhere, as the information you find will not fulfill the requirements of the assignment and you will be guilty of plagiarism.
o Please designate a separate section for each topic.
o Include and Introduction that sets up the paper effectively and a Conclusion that ties the paper together in a meaningful way.
o MLA documentation is followed correctly.
o Proof read your paper carefully before submitting it. Maybe even ask a friend or family member to read it for you and get feedback.
o Use the SPEAK Center for help- there are virtual SPEAK hours available.
 
Directions/ Rubric:
Grammar/Writing (5pts)
Papers should adhere to MLA format, double spaces, 12 point font and be free of grammatical and typographical errors. Papers should be written in third person.
Introduction (10pts)
Set up the paper by identifying the show, characters and concepts you will be analyzing in the paper. Include a clear preview of the paper and effective thesis statement. Points will be deducted for missing elements or intros that are hard to follow, ramble, give too much of a synopsis of the show and/or give your personal opinion about why you chose the show.
Relationship Type Analysis (30 points) Chapter 11 content
Choose to focus ONE relationship type (either a Friend, Family OR Romantic Relationship). Identify one friendship, family or romantic relationship in the show to analyze.
• Friendship: Describe what type of friendship it is using specific textbook terminology (p.304-311) observed. Analyze the communication in this relationship by stating how effective, beneficial, healthy you believe this friendship to be and why based in what you have learned so far this semester and characteristics of successful friendships (p.311-313)
• Family: Describe what type of family system it is using specific textbook terminology (p.316-319). Analyze the communication in the relationship by stating how effective, beneficial, healthy you believe this family to be and why based on what you have learned so far this semester and characteristics of effective communication in families (p.319-324).
• Romantic: Describe which components of Sternberg’s triangular theory of love are present in the relationship (p.325-327). Analyze the communication in this relationship by stating how effective, beneficial healthy you believe this romance to be and why based on what you have learned so far this semester and characteristics of effective communication in romantic relationships (p.328-321)
Grading
• (10 points) includes at least 2 clearly identifiable course terms. Defines the terms in their own words accurately.
• (10 points) Provides at least 2 clear specific examples from the show that demonstrate each course term discussed.
• (10 points) Demonstrates communication competency by analyzing the health/benefit of the relationships and communication with in. Uses terminology and concepts from throughout the course (i.e. listening, self-concept, culture, etc.) to support assessment of communication in the relationship.
Dialectical Tensions or Relationship Stages (30 points) Chapter 10 content
Choose to focus on either Tensions or Stages. Identify one relationship to analyze from the show.
• Dialectical Tensions: Describe the dialectical tensions present between one set of characters in the show (p. 285-289). Identify which tension(s) are experienced, using examples. Describe the strategies they currently use to manage these tensions and evaluate if these are effective or not and why.
• Relationship Stages: Identify which relationship stage one of the relationships in the show is in (p. 278-284). Explain why you placed it in this stage giving examples from their interactions. Predict how you think this relationship will continue to develop. Will it get more intimate, start to deteriorate, or stay the same? Give evidence to support your prediction.
Grading
• (10 points) includes at least 2 clearly identifiable course terms. Defines the terms in their own words accurately.
• (10 points) Provides at least 2 clear specific examples from the show that demonstrate each course term discussed.
• (10 points) Demonstrates communication competency by analyzing the effectiveness of communication within the relationship stages or dialectical tension. Uses course terminology and concepts from Chapter 9 or beyond to support your descriiptions and predictions.
Provide Recommendations (10 points)
Provide at least 2 recommendations for how the characters can improve or maintain their relationships in light of your analysis. If the characters are perfect communicators, what can/should they be doing to continue to build or maintain their relationships? If they have communication challenges or flaws, what suggestions do you have for them to improve their communication with one another? Suggestions should demonstrate an understanding of effective communication skills, self-awareness, show critical thought and be applicable to the characters. Points will be deducted if the suggestions or too broad or hard to understand, not helpful and/or incomplete.
Conclusion (10 pts)
Briefly review the concepts and theories addressed in the paper. Bring your ideas together to reinforce the thesis and main points of the paper. Every paper needs to have a conclusion. Points will be deducted for lack of focus, adding new information during the conclusion or missing components.
Works Cited (5 pts)
Include citations for the episodes that you watched. You are welcome to use the text book. If you use direct quotes from the text, please include those in MLA format and list it in the works cited. You are welcome, but not required to complete outside research to gather more insight for your paper. Be sure to include any additional materials in the works cited