Communications
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Course Description |
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| This course focuses on the practical and theoretical concepts of human communication and the styles of communication used in academic, social and professional environments. Students will learn the characteristics and process of interpersonal communication including perception, speech and language, non-verbal behaviors, listening and feedback, conflict recognition and resolution, small group dynamics, the ethics of interpersonal communication and relationship development and maintenance. In this course you will learn to communicate more effectively in all settings. | |||
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MnTC Goals: 1 & 7 |
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Course Prerequisites |
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| Qualifying score on reading assessment test OR ENGL0921. Basic computer literacy skills required | |||
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Text and References |
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| A list of textbooks required for this course is available at the bookstore. | |||
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Course Goals |
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The following goals will be addressed in the course. Identify the elements of the communication process Identify variables contributing to interpersonal competence Evaluate appropriate and effective interpersonal behavior Identify the characteristics of nonverbal communication Apply appropriate perception checking skills Use responsible and owned language Identify effective listening skills Provide feedback in conversations Apply constructive conflict management techniques Identify gender communication styles Compare cultural differences |
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Course Scheduling |
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The scheduled hours of instruction include fifteen-sixteen hours for each lecture credit, thirty - thirty-two hours for each lab credit and forty hours for each credit of supervised occupational experience (SOE). Lecture credit may include formal or impromptu lectures, demonstrations or discussions with the entire class or with small groups or individuals. Refer to the "Course Credits" section of this syllabus for the credit breakdown. |
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Course Requirements and Evaluation |
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| Refer to Course Syllabus for detailed information regarding the requirements and evaluation standards for this course. The Course Syllabus will be distributed the first week of the course. | |||
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Special Accommodations |
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| The student who has any need for special accommodations in this course is encouraged to contact the instructor at the beginning of the course. | |||
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