COMM 1030 Interpersonal Communication

This introductory course focuses on basic communication concepts and face-to-face interaction, analysis, and description. It explores theoretical concepts and their application to everyday communication with the two-person relationship as the basic unit of analysis. Experiential exercises complement lectures and discussions. (3 lect.) ORAL

Credits

3 credits

Major Topics

• Foundations of Interpersonal Communication
• Culture
• Perception of self and others
• Listening
• Verbal messages
• Nonverbal messages
• Emotions
• Conversations
• Relationships

Outcomes

In order to successfully complete this course, the student will:

1. Interact interpersonally in group settings with a recognition of significant elements and basic communication principles.

2. Identify strategies for developing knowledge, motivation, and skills that can improve intercultural communication competence.

3. Explain perception processes and how they affect interpersonal communication.

4. Examine listening stages, barriers, and styles.

5. Create appropriate verbal and nonverbal messages effectively in a variety contexts.

6. Understand the impact of emotions on behavior and communication.

7. Explore interpersonal relationships.

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