Interpersonal Communication Syllabus for 2011-2012
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Instructor
Lesley Ingham (Curriculum Vitae)Office Location
Parcells Hall 204F
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Course
SPCH-1318-010 Interpersonal Communication
Prerequisites
Course Description
Theory and practice in one-to-one and small group communication with emphasis on the development and improvement of verbal and non-verbal skills.
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Hours
(3 sem hrs; 3 lec)
Class Type
Online Course
Syllabus Information
Textbooks
\ DeVito, J. A. Messages, Amarillo College Custom Edition. Pearson Custom Publishing, 2007
Supplies
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Student Performance
\ Through reading the current literature, researching recent communication findings, and participating in group and individual oral assignments, the student will:
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\\ 1. Define and explain basic communication terms and principles which undergird competent communication in personal, social, and professional settings.
\\ 2. Analyze various communication contexts.
\\ 3. Understand the process of perception and the part perception plays in communicating with others.
\\ 4. Improve listening skills.
\\ 5. Understand the process of intercultural communication.
\\ 6. Apply communication principles and theory in diverse circumstances and demonstrate effective communication, distinguishing effective from less effective responses.
\\ 7. Become aware of the stages of relational development and deterioration.
\\ 8. Describe the influence of both verbal and nonverbal messages in communication.
\\ 9. Demonstrate use of appropriate citations for all reference work used in papers and presentations.
\\ 10. Participate in class and group processes.
\\ 11. Demonstrate courtesy and respect for classmates in the online format.
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Grading Criteria
Evaluation:
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Grade Criteria |
Grade Equivalents |
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30% |
On-line discussions (15) |
A = 90 - 100 |
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30% |
Papers
Perception Checking 10% Scavenger Hunt 10% |
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20% |
Group Project Overall Group grade 10% Individual contributions 10% |
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20% |
Exams |
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Attendance
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Calendar
\ SPCH – 1318
\\ Interpersonal Communication
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\\ Week 1
\\ Syllabus, “My Introduction” Discussion
\\ “My Introduction” project due
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\\ Week 2
\\ Ch. 1 Principles of IPC
\\ Ch. 2Self
\\ Online Discussion
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\\ Week 3
\\ Ch. 3 Perceptions /Perception Paper explanation
\\ Online Discussion
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\\ Week 4
\\ Ch. 4 Listening
\\ Perception Paper due
\\ Online Discussion
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\\ Week 5
\\ Ch. 9 Culture
\\ Team #1 Review due
\\ Online Discussion
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\\ Week 6
\\ Exam #1 (Ch. 1, 2, 3, 4, 9)
\\ Online Discussion
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\\ Week 7
\\ Ch. 10 & 11 Interpersonal Relationship Stages
\\ Relationship Paper/Love Lyrics Paper explanation
\\ Online Discussion
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\\ Week 8
\\ Ch. 12 Family / Romantic / Work place
\\ Relationship/Love Lyrics Paper due
\\ Online Discussion
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\\ Week 9
\\ Ch. 13 Conflict
\\ Ch. 14 Power
\\ Team #2 Review due
\\ Online Discussion
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\\ Week 10
\\ Exam #2 (Ch. 10, 11, 12, 13, 14)
\\ Online Discussion
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\\ Week 11
\\ Ch. 5 Verbal Messages
\\ Ch. 6 Nonverbal Messages
\\ Scavenger Hunt explanation
\\ Online Discussion
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\\ Week 12
\\ Scavenger Hunt Paper due
\\ Online Discussion
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\\ Week 13
\\ Ch. 7 Emotional Messages
\\ Online Discussion
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\\ Week 14
\\ Ch. 8 Conversation
\\ Online Discussion
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\\ Week 15
\\ Team #3 Review due
\\ Toasts (Discussion)
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\\ Week 16
\\ Final Exam (Exam #3: Ch. 5,6,7,8)
Additional Information
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