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SPCH-1318-007 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
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(3 sem hrs; 3 lec)
Online Course
Interpersonal Messages, 4th edition by Joseph Devito. This is an ONLINE textbook and will require a specific code/link to access our course. There is a 14-day free trial you can sign up for until your book arrives.
A reliable internet connection and a device that can connect to both Blackboard and your AC student email.
Through reading the current literature, researching recent communication findings, and participating in group and individual oral assignments, the student will:
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 the 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.
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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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Assignment |
Description |
Possible Points |
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Quizzes (6 Total / 5 Graded) |
Course Quizzes are separate from Revel quizzes. Quizzes will be utilized in this course to check for understanding and engagement with course material. Quizzes are open-book, but you will have trouble answering the questions in the allotted amount of time if you have not at least skimmed the chapter. The quizzes will be made up of multiple choice, true/false, and short answer questions.
I drop your lowest quiz grade at the end of the semester. |
30 points each x 5 Quizzes = 150 points total |
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Assignments/Revel Work (8 Total) |
During week one, students will be assigned to complete the contact information and syllabus agreement worksheet.
As students engage with the online textbook, they will be expected to complete Revel Quizzes/Assignments for each chapter assigned. |
25 points each x 8 Assignments = 200 points total |
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Discussions - Coffee Talks (5 Total) |
In order to assist students as they engage critically with the course text and to refine research and peer-to-peer discussion skills, students will complete discussions or “Coffee Talks” over 6 chapters of our textbook.
NOTE: I do not require a specific number of responses for discussion. I do require at least one, as anything less than that would not be a discussion. Instead, I grade based on the quality of your responses to each other. Quality is preferred over quantity! |
30 points each x 5 Discussions = 150 points total |
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The Way We See Me Essay |
Students will write a 2-3 page essay that analyzes their self-concept/self-awareness/self-esteem by examining answers the student and two people in the student’s life give on a list of personality traits (see Week 2 for more information).
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100 Points Total |
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Midterm Checkpoint Discussion |
Students will complete a brief discussion post detailing their progress throughout the course, any noticeable changes to their interpersonal communication, and their favorite topics reviewed thus far. |
50 Points Total |
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Love Lyrics Presentation |
For this project, students will compile a list of love songs representing love types and relationship stages. This will require students to analyze the lyrics to songs and relate the meaning of the song to the Love Types and Relationship Stages discussed in class. This assignment will require a PowerPoint or Google Slide presentation (See week 4 for more information). |
100 points total |
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Final Paper (Skills Analysis Paper) |
For this final assignment, students are to write a synopsis or review of what they have learned about their own interpersonal communication skills and knowledge drawing upon the specific skills and concepts discussed throughout the term (see the Final Project tab for more information). |
250 points total |
Total Points = 1000 Points
Attendance: Regular attendance is essential for satisfactory achievement. Your participation in discussions and assignments 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.
Week 1 (Oct. 23 - Oct. 29)
Week 2 (Oct. 30 - Nov. 5)
Week 3 (Nov. 6 - Nov. 12)
Week 4 (Nov. 13 - Nov. 19)
Week 5 (Nov. 20 - Nov. 26 / College closed Nov. 23 - 26)
Week 6 (Nov. 27 - Dec. 3)
Week 7 (Dec. 4 - Dec. 10)
Week 8 (Dec. 11 - Dec. 15)
Notes about Communication:
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