Course Name: *FUNDAMENTALS OF COMMUNICATION (CAPP)
Course Number: 15450
Open to: Grades 11-12
Length: 1 Semester
Credits: 1/2 credit at NHS, 3 CAPP credits at UW-Oshkosh
Prerequisite: None
NOTE: This course is approved for UW-Oshkosh CAPP credit. All CAPP classes are pending annual approval. To see how/if credits transfer to other UW schools check the transfer wizard at http://www.wisconsin.edu/transfer/wizards/
Content: This introductory college-level course is designed to connect public speaking and civic engagement. The course challenges students to develop their understanding of the complexities of oral communication and demonstrate effective communication strategies. Students will build on the base developed in Speech and increase communication competence; apply that increased communication competence as speakers and listeners in public contexts, and manage communication apprehension. Course requirements include a variety of speeches, a self-analysis paper, and summative assessments.
Activities: Discuss current events relevant to civic engagement; Analyze intrapersonal, interpersonal and organizational communication; Collaborate on research and outline; Self-reflection; Public speaking.
Cost: A university fee if taken for CAPP credit.