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SPCH-1318-016 Interpersonal Communication
Application of communication theory to interpersonal relationship development, maintenance and termination in relationship contexts including friendships, romantic partners, families and relationships with co-workers and supervisors.
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Notice to Students enrolled in an educational program for preparation of issuance of certain occupational licenses:
Students enrolled in an educational program in preparation for obtaining certain occupational licenses are potentially ineligible for such license if the student has been convicted of an offense. For further information, please contact:
Melodie Graves
Justice Involved Advocate
Student Service Center 117
mgraves24@actx.edu
806-371-5995
Make appointment at https://melodiegraves.youcanbook.me
You can also contact the Legal Clinic, or the faculty member in charge of the educational program that you seek to enroll in. The further information you will receive will include notification to you of your right to request a criminal history evaluation letter from the licensing authority in order to clarify your particular situation.
(3 sem hrs; 3 lec)
Tech Supported
Interpersonal Messages, 4th edition by Joseph Devito. You need the bundle package that includes Revel (this is the online book access code you will need to complete some online activities, worth 20% of your grade)
Through reading the current literature, researching recent communication findings, and participating in group and individual oral assignments, the student will:
In order to receive your AC Connect Email, you must log in through AC Connect at https://acconnect.actx.edu .
If you are an active staff or faculty member according to Human Resources, use "Exchange". All other students, use "AC Connect (Google) Email".
Confidentiality
Many communication courses ask students to engage in a level of self-disclosure not usually characteristic of other courses. Different people will feel comfortable with varying levels of self-disclosure. While I would like you to draw from your personal experience, you may choose to talk about yourself or someone you know. If it is the latter, in the interest of confidentially they should remain nameless. Interpersonal Communication is an interactive course, meaning you will be learning from each other’s personal experiences and examples. For this reason it is encouraged for you to be open to sharing with the class. Additionally, because some individuals will be sharing personal stories, I expect there to be a level of confidentiality among the members of the class and respect for their classmates' privacy.
Netiquette
Online etiquette, often referred to as "netiquette," is essential for life lived in the Internet. As a society, it's oftentimes too easy to use keystrokes as missile attacks against others, and it's oftentimes too easy to mistake someone's keystrokes as personal attacks.
Because of those two elements, we will follow these guidelines:
We Honor Our Differences
We Honor the Craft of Communication
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Participation Activities:
This class relies upon two major things 1) your active participation in online discussions and class exercises and 2) a close, meaningful analysis of your own communication tendencies with family, friends, co-workers and people you meet. If these things occur along with attention to assignments and class readings you will find tools to better understand your own communication skills, relate better with others and succeed in this course.
Late Work Policy:
Almost all assignments in this course are due on Sunday evenings at 11:59 PM. It is your responsibility to manage your time and meet the deadlines. Generally, I do not accept late work; however, if you feel you have a valid reason that I should accept work after its due date, please contact me and we will discuss your circumstances.
Regular attendance is essential for satisfactory achievement. Attendance for this course means logging in several times per week and engaging in discussions, journals, Revel bookwork, and Zoom sessions.
The course will require you to actively attend and participate in class Zoom sessions. Actively attending class means being vocal in the class and being active in the class activities. Passive learning (ie., sitting quietly at your desk taking notes, texting your friend) will not work in this course. If for some reason, you are unable to complete this requirement and the coursework associated, please contact me immediately. If you are ill, please understand I require documentation of your illness from a physician.
Tech-supported courses require all students to come to class prepared to participate in discussions, activities, and lectures. It's critical that our time together is spent as economically as possible. Please note, students who do not actively participate will not receive attendance credit for the day.
As this is a communication class, students are expected to have their cameras turned on during video conference class time unless they have extenuating circumstances that they have discussed with the professor in advance. If you do not have home access to a computer with a microphone or camera, please take advantage of the open computer labs on campus, including those in The Underground.
*Please note that Zoom sessions will be held every Monday morning during class time. They might be held during additional mornings if needed, so please check your AC email regularly. Also note that assignments are due on SUNDAY EVENINGS AT 11:59 PM.
Week 1
Oct. 26-Nov. 1
Week 2
Nov. 2-8
Week 3
Nov. 9-15
Week 4
Nov. 16-22
Week 5
Nov. 23-29
Week 6
Nov. 30-Dec. 6
Week 7
Dec. 7-13
Week 8
Dec. 14-17
I would love to meet with you via Zoom or visit with you on the phone or in person. My office hours are set aside for me to help students, but I am also available at other times so just let me know.
If you have questions about the course content, assignments, due dates etc., contact me. I am here to be your advocate, coach and accountability partner. Please, let me do my job!
Technical Assistance/Technology Access: If you have questions about the course material, assignments, due dates etc. please contact me. If you need technical support contact the Center for Teaching and Learning (CTL) student help center located in the Ware Student Commons in The Underground (basement) 806-371-5992, ctlstudenthelp@actx.edu. You can also access computers, printers, internet, study rooms, etc. in The Underground.
Hours of operation for CTL:
August 24 – December 18
Monday – Thursday: 7:00am - 8:30pm
Friday: 7:00am – 4:00pm
Sunday: 2:00pm – 6:00pm
All About Revel
At the end of each Revel chapter, students will be able to take the Chapter Quiz. This quiz is not graded and it does not count in the Blackboard grade book. Students should use this as a study tool. Additionally, Pearson Revel has several Study Tools for students under the "STUDY" header (found at the top of the Revel course).
Pearson does have an app (Android, Apple) you can download to your phone where you can complete your reading and homework.
The Revel course grades are manually imported by me each week. I usually refresh the grades on Monday and Wednesday; however, as time allows, I may refresh the grades more often. Please note: sometimes when I refresh the grades I may catch you in an attempt and your final grade my not be recorded. If I catch a partial grade, know that the next time I refresh grades it will be updated with your most up to date attempt.
In Revel you may work 2 weeks ahead of schedule in the etext. I appreciate those of you who are wanting to work ahead.
PLEASE NOTE: Pearson Revel offers all students two free weeks of access to the e-textbook. This is to help students who are waiting for financial aid or pay day to purchase the access code. Please make sure you've signed into the course e-text book as soon as possible. Do not wait until you can afford to purchase the access. Staying on top of your coursework is critical to your long-term success in the course.
To Access REVEL from your Blackboard Course:
Start from your Blackboard course.
Select the link called Revel Bookwork or the Open Revel link inside each week's folder.
Select Open REVEL.
When your accounts are linked, select an access option:
Your REVEL content appears.
To go back to Blackboard, look for the Blackboard tab or window in your browser.
That’s it. Throughout the semester, please access your REVEL content through Blackboard.
To upgrade your access to full access before your temporary access expires, select the link in your confirmation email.
Once your temporary access expires, when you open REVEL from Blackboard, you’re prompted to upgrade your access. Redeem a pre-purchased access code, or buy access using a credit card or PayPal.
Need help?
If you have trouble getting access, make sure your laptop or other device is set up to work with REVEL.
Visit Pearson Support at https://support.pearson.com/getsupport.
Dedicated REVEL support line for students: (855) 875-1801
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