Analysis of problems and solutions in interracial communication. Investigation of negative attitudes and other barriers impeding interethnic communication, especially between whites and blacks. Use of model communicative situations in interracial dialogue. COM 352 . Study of Anglo-American traditions and trends, as well as current American conditions of the laws of libel, privacy, fair comment and criticism, privilege, property rights, and copyright as much factors affect the print journalist and the broadcaster.
Emphasis is on existing state and federal regulations and precedents.
Approaches to problems in public relations as they occur in industry, government, education, social agencies, and other institutions. Theory and practice of advertising in the mass media, with emphasis on the newspaper and the magazine. Study of communication with and among the elderly, within the contexts of family, social networks, and social and health providers. Effects of communication on the aged and the perception of aging will be discussed. The course will emphasize helper-helpee interviewing, verbal and nonverbal skills, group interaction, intercultural communication, health care organizations, and therapeutic communication.