We will explore models of communication, various areas of communication research, and daily applications of these areas. We will investigate these subjects through readings, lectures, group activities, and written assignments. By the end of this course, you should be able to identify significant communicative events in your life, apply learned concepts, and respond in appropriate and effective ways. Consistent attendance at each class is vital to the mastery of the concepts presented in the course. Therefore, attendance will be taken each day .
Attendance is taken in the form of short writings at the beginning of class.
This measures your comprehension of the reading as well as serves as the record of who was in class. Should an unforeseen event occur which prevents you from attending class, please contact me as soon as possible to make arrangements. You are allowed two absences without penalty. Any absences beyond two will result in five lost points per day. These points will be taken from you final grade.