Individual study courses offer learning opportunities in areas or subjects not covered by regular courses. Courses numbered 500 and above are for graduate students in the M.A.L.S. program. With the permission of the Dean of Graduate and Professional Studies and the course instructor, advanced undergraduates may take selected graduate courses for undergraduate credit. No course may be taken for credit which is a prerequisite for, or introductory to, a course already completed successfully. A current prerequisite list is published in the Schedule of Courses each semester.
Students are responsible for checking their courses against the list before registering.
Emphasis is on developing a theoretical and practical understanding of oral communication through practice in preparing, delivering, and criticizing speeches in class. Emphasis is on understanding interpersonal communication dynamics and on improving one's communication capabilities as a participant in and leader of small groups. Experience in presenting material to both adults and children. Studies in major figures, movements, and problems in speech communication theory and practice. Consult Schedule of Courses for specific topics.