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COMM 1100 Interpersonal Communication
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3 cr |
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Promotes effective interpersonal communication in individual settings with family members, co-workers, friends, and acquaintances, through the study of interpersonal theory. Focuses on understanding the factors which influence our communication behaviors and techniques for improving our communication with others.
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COMM 1110 Public Speaking
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3 cr |
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Is an introductory study of public speaking. Focus is on the different types of public speeches and the research, organizational, and delivery skills needed to present them effectively. This course requires frequent participation. Students are required to give speeches either in the classroom setting with classmates or in an instructor-approved professional setting and manner. (Some sections may be required to purchase a form of recordable media for use in class.)
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COMM 1130 Effective Communication in Organizations
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3 cr |
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Provides an overview of the role of communication in organizations and the various skills needed to become more effective as individuals in organizational settings. Specifically, this course will look at the communication contexts of interviews, meetings, teamwork, and presentations. Additional topics will include organizational culture and change, cultural and ethical issues, interpersonal relations, and conflict and negotiation.
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COMM 1150 Computer-Mediated Communication
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3 cr |
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Explores how the use of technology (internet, email, text messaging, blogging and other emerging technologies) affects social interaction. It will help students to both evaluate the use of technology and understand how to utilize it responsibly. We will examine topics such as ethics, online identities, interpersonal dynamics, group dynamics, relationships, online communities and First Amendment issues.
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COMM 2210 Oral Interpretation of Literature
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2 cr |
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Explores aesthetic theory of literature and of oral reading. Includes practice in reading for emphasis, interpretation, and mastery of reading techniques.
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COMM 2230 Small Group Communication
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3 cr |
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Examines theory and principles of discussion and leadership in small, task-oriented groups and application of these principles to task work within the group. Focus is on leadershp and followership skills to facilitate effective participation in group settings.
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COMM 2240 Intercultural Communication
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3 cr |
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Explores theories of and factors influencing communication between individuals of different cultures. Topics include definitions of communication, definitions of culture and diversity of cultural patterns, cultural variables influencing communication such as language, non-verbal behavior, perception, values, and beliefs, factors that facilitate or inhibit intercultural communication, and examination of American culture in comparison to other cultures. Students may not earn credit for both COMM 1114 and COMM 2240.
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COMM 2250 Topics in Communication Studies
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This course is a topics course. Please refer to the course section note for more information on this course.
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