This class will introduce you to the basic communication concepts and principles by looking at the various areas of the communication discipline including communication competence, perception, intercultural communication, use of language, non-verbal communication, interpersonal communication, group communication, etc. To introduce you to various facets of human communication. To help you understand the strengths and weaknesses of your own communication skills, and how they may be improved. To increase your critical thinking skills by applying the class material to your own life experiences. Attendance and participation are mandatory, and it is also very important to arrive to class on time.
Every student is encouraged to make effort to actively participate in all class activities.
If you are unable to come to class, it is your responsibility to obtain all necessary information from classmates. You are allowed two missed classes without it affecting your grade. Beyond this, four points will be deducted for each class missed, taking away from your final grade. These points can be helpful or harmful when determining borderline grades. Also, three latenesses will count as one absence.