SPCH 110 Interpersonal Communication

This course is an introduction to the theories and practices of interpersonal communication, focusing on the exchange of messages through verbal and non-verbal means. The course begins with an overview of the human use of communication, including perception (with emphasis on inter-gender and intercultural communication), listening, verbal and non-verbal language, and sending and receiving feedback. Students will practice communication skills in pairs and write extensively about their experiences.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

Eligible to enroll in ENGL 121

Hours Weekly

3

Course Objectives

1. Identify personal and cultural influences on identity and perception, and demonstrate their impact in interpersonal interactions.
2. Analyze interpersonal contexts, and demonstrate the most appropriate communication skill for that context.
3. Explain basic theories of interpersonal communication, including language, nonverbal, listening, relational dynamics, and conflict.
4. Demonstrate and reflect on appropriate verbal communication skills in personal and professional relationships.
5. Demonstrate and reflect on appropriate nonverbal skills in personal and professional relationships.

Course Objectives

1. Identify personal and cultural influences on identity and perception, and demonstrate their impact in interpersonal interactions.

   Learning Activity Artifact

   • Writing Assignments
   • Reflection/Skills Activity

   Procedure for Assessing Student Learning

   • Oral Communication Rubric

   Oral Communication

   • OC3
2. Analyze interpersonal contexts, and demonstrate the most appropriate communication skill for that context.

   Learning Activity Artifact

   • Writing Assignments
   • Group presentation

   Procedure for Assessing Student Learning

   • Oral Communication Rubric

   Oral Communication

   • OC1

   Program Goal(s)

   Degree: Communication Studies - A.A. Degree (Transfer)

   2. Develop self-confidence in the ability to redefine and overcome communication obstacles.

3. Explain basic theories of interpersonal communication, including language, nonverbal, listening, relational dynamics, and conflict.

   This objective is a course Goal Only

4. Demonstrate and reflect on appropriate verbal communication skills in personal and professional relationships.

   Learning Activity Artifact

   • Writing Assignments

   Procedure for Assessing Student Learning

   • Oral Communication Rubric

   Oral Communication

   • OC2
5. Demonstrate and reflect on appropriate nonverbal skills in personal and professional relationships.

   Learning Activity Artifact

   • Writing Assignments

   Procedure for Assessing Student Learning

   • Oral Communication Rubric

   Oral Communication

   • OC4