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Course Objectives
By the end of this course you should be able to:
1.) Develop an awareness and appreciation of the complexities of the speech communication process;
2.) Understand the principles of human communication theory by identifying the elements and interrelationship of the elements in a communication model;
3.) Expand perception skills, comprehend the effects of self concept on communication, and understand how meaning is created;
4.) Identify the strengths and weakness of language in our communication;
5.) Explain the importance of nonverbal communication and the value of interpretation of nonverbal messages;
6.) Develop a greater understanding and appreciation of the role of empathy and equality in human communication;
7.) Develop an awareness of the importance of communication to the growth of freedom in the world, and the ability to recognize and defend yourself from propaganda.
8.) Develop new listening habits and skills and a systematic method of listening behavior;
9.) Develop a personal, constructive approach to dealing with conflict situations through speech communication strategies of conflict resolution;
10.) Practice the principles of effective group communication, identify the various roles and norms in the group communication process, and understand the characteristics of leadership;
11.) Practice and understand the benefits and limitations of John Dewey's Reflective Thinking Technique for group problem solving, and;
12.) Demonstrate the art and principles of preparing and delivering an effective public speech.
Course Requirements
Your accomplishment of the course objectives will be determined by:
1.) Reading, understanding, and complying with the specific standards and directives listed in this course syllabus and any other addenda presented by Mr. Peterson;
2.) Attending class regularly, actively participating in classroom and online discussions and structured activities, and developing good listening habits when not speaking;
3.) Reading the course textbook and supplemental material as directed;
4.) Successfully completing all oral and written exercises and assignments as directed; and,
5.) Taking the initiative in obtaining whatever information missed when absent.
Study time: Most college courses require that students spend a significant amount of time outside of class in individual study time. An often used guideline is to spend two hours per week for every class hour. This means, in a three credit course, six hours of outside study per week would be expected. The actual in-class meeting time is short in college courses because it is expected that students can and will work independently.
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