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SPCH-1318-006 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
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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)
Online Course
I don't require a book for this course. The bookstore assigns the same book for each section of Interpersonal Communication, but I have decided to use publicly available information to save money and reduce confusion.
If you purchased the textbook through the bookstore, please return it and get your money back, or sell it to someone taking a different instructor for this course.
Through reading the current literature, researching recent communication findings, and participating in group and individual oral assignments, the student will:
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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.
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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.
Discussion Boards:
Once you post your own response, you'll reply to other peers in the class. NOTE: I require at least one response in addition to your original post, as anything less than that would not be a discussion. Anything more than that is not expected but it certainly adds to the discussion if you have something valuable to contribute. I grade based on the quality of your responses to each other. Quality is preferred over quantity!
Late Work Policy: I do not accept late work. Assignments are due by the published due date with only 1 exception--extenuating circumstances. If you are faced with a situation that is out of your control and is causing you to fall behind, please contact me directly immediately so we can create a plan for you to be successful.
Final Project:
This semester, you will write a 3-4 page paper detailing what you have learned about your interpersonal skills and how they have evolved throughout the semester. You can view more details about this assignment and start on it at any time by accessing the "Common Assessment" tab within the Blackboard course. It is due no later than 11:59 pm on Wednesday, October 9.
Attendance (100 points): Regular attendance is essential for satisfactory achievement. Your participation in discussions and activities will directly affect your grade. Attendance will be based on your successful submission of assignments each week by the published due date and the use of login reports if needed. Points will be deducted from your grade for absences.
The following criteria will determine the attendance grade:
No absence 1 absence | - - | 100 points 90 points |
2 absences | - | 70 points |
3 absences | - | 60 points |
4 or more absences | - | 0 points |
Interpersonal Communication Course Schedule
Ms. Montgomery – Email me at cmontgomery@actx.edu
*Subject to change by instructor as needed
| REQUIRED TASKS | BLACKBOARD TASKS IN THE "CONTENT" TAB |
Week | What to Read/Complete Activities for each chapter DUE @ 11:59PM SUNDAY NIGHT EACH WEEK | Major Assignments/Tests |
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| Foundations of Interpersonal Communication *Access chapter assignments by clicking the “Content” tab on the left menu of the course | Discussion Board 1: This is Me |
2 | Perception of Self and Others | Quiz Chapter Three |
3 | Interpersonal Relationships | Discussion Topic 2: Interpersonal Relationships |
4 | Interpersonal Relationship Types and Theories | Quiz Chapter Ten |
5 | Interpersonal Conflict Management | Discussion Topic 3: Conflict Management Styles |
6 | Nonverbal Messages | Quiz Chapter Six |
7 | Verbal Messages | Work on your Final Project |
8 | Final Project Due October 9 (Wednesday) | Final project due |
I will check emails several times a week, and will stay off my computer on the weekends (Fri-Sun) to take a break and get outside. I suggest you take a couple of days off from schoolwork as well, to refresh and recharge mentally and physically. If you want to set up an online video chat or meet on campus you can. I am happy to meet at a time that works for you, day or night. Just ask and we can set something up. Email/course message is the fastest way to communicate with me. Please give me 1-2 days to respond.
This course requires that you write 3 discussion boards with at least 1 response in addition to your original post, along with 3 quizzes, and your final papers, and this all requires me to read your work and give feedback. I often am teaching up to 100 students in one semester, and it takes a while to grade all of those thoroughly. While I will often have them graded within a week of the due date, please know that it can take up to two weeks at times, depending on other circumstances. I appreciate your patience!
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