Introduction to Communication Studies

General

Prefix

HONS

Course Number

170

Course Level

Undergraduate

Department/Unit(s)

College/School

Honors

Description

Interpersonal communication, small group communication and public speaking. Theory and experience to relate meaningfully, think critically, organize clearly, and speak and listen effectively. Substitutes for CMST 192 in any SCSU requirement.

Credits

Min

3

Max

3

Repeatable

No

Goals and Diversity

MN Goal Course

No

Cultural Diversity

No

Learning Outcomes

Outcome

Understand/demonstrate the writing and speaking processes through invention, organization, drafting, revision, editing and presentation.

Outcome

Participate effectively in groups with emphasis on listening, critical and reflective thinking, and responding.

Outcome

Locate, evaluate, and synthesize in a responsible manner material from diverse sources and points of view.

Outcome

Select appropriate communication choices for specific audiences.

Outcome

Construct logical and coherent arguments.

Outcome

Use authority, point-of-view, and individual voice and style in their writing and speaking.

Outcome

Employ syntax and usage appropriate to academic disciplines and the professional world.

Dependencies

Courses

HONS170 is a prerequisite for:

Programs

HONS170 is a completion requirement for: