COMM 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.
Prerequisite
Eligible to enroll in
ENGL 121
Hours Weekly
3
Course Objectives
- Identify personal and cultural influences on identity and perception, and demonstrate their impact in interpersonal interactions.
- Analyze interpersonal contexts, and demonstrate the most appropriate communication skill for that context.
- Explain basic theories of interpersonal communication, including language, nonverbal, listening, relational dynamics, and conflict.
- Demonstrate and reflect on appropriate verbal communication skills in personal and professional relationships.
- Demonstrate and reflect on appropriate nonverbal skills in personal and professional relationships.
Course Objectives
- Identify personal and cultural influences on identity and perception, and demonstrate their impact in interpersonal interactions.
Learning Activity Artifact
Procedure for Assessing Student Learning
- Oral Communication Rubric
- Analyze interpersonal contexts, and demonstrate the most appropriate communication skill for that context.
Learning Activity Artifact
Procedure for Assessing Student Learning
- Oral Communication Rubric
Program Goal(s)
Degree: Communication Studies - A.A. Degree (Transfer)
2. Develop self-confidence in the ability to redefine and overcome communication obstacles.
- Explain basic theories of interpersonal communication, including language, nonverbal, listening, relational dynamics, and conflict.
This objective is a course Goal Only
- Demonstrate and reflect on appropriate verbal communication skills in personal and professional relationships.
Learning Activity Artifact
Procedure for Assessing Student Learning
- Oral Communication Rubric
- Demonstrate and reflect on appropriate nonverbal skills in personal and professional relationships.
Learning Activity Artifact
Procedure for Assessing Student Learning
- Oral Communication Rubric