A general description applicable to all sections of Comm. 1010 by Dr. Suzanne Larson, SUU Communication Dept. The course introduces students to the process and functions of communication in dyadic, small-group, and public contexts. Emphasis is placed on helping the student increase her or his competence as a public speaker and improving interpersonal skills. Ultimately, the course relies on speech communication theories as a means of improving the student's oral communication skills.
Communication skills are prerequisites to life success .
Employers hire workers who have good communication skills. As workers you will benefit from developing your listening and speaking skills. Individuals who can not articulate their ideas are judged harshly. Additionally, some speech styles trigger stereotyped expectations of poor ability, expectations that are likely to be self-fulfilling. Poor communication damages friendship bonds and our ability to resolve conflict .