Communications

This course focuses on much more than public speaking although that is one of its components. This class takes a broader view of communication. In general, the units covered include the communication process, purposes of communication, nonverbal communication, comprehensive listening, therapeutic listening, critical listening, perception, intrapersonal communication, interpersonal communication, group discussion, and public speaking. The intent of the class is to provide students with the necessary skills to communicate orally in a modern society one-on-one, in small groups, and in front of larger audiences. Various class activities are organized to increase students' self-confidence and self-reflection of their communication skills.