Classes will be experiential in nature using a combination of short lectures, demonstrations, structured activities, and group discussions. Students will participate in exercises designed to focus on specific aspects of communication skills. Video and audio equipment may be used in practice and for evaluation purposes.
- Understanding self and others
- Perception and the self
- Needs, values, attitudes and beliefs
- Communication styles
- Emotions
- Communication Skills
a. Non-verbal communication
b. Expressing thoughts and feelings
c. Attending and observing skills
d. Active listening and responding with understanding
- Relationship Development and Maintenance
a. The conversation process
b. Self-disclosure
c. Trust, intimacy and power in relationships
d. The communication climate
e. Conflict resolution strategies
1. Recognize factors that are involved in establishing, developing and maintaining relationships
2. Identify factors that affect relationships such as personal style, self-perception, values and needs
3. Recognize and demonstrate a variety of interpersonal skills
4. Recognize and use interpersonal skills in a one-to-one relationship
5. Discriminate between facilitative and non-facilitative interpersonal communication responses
6. Identify the difference between affect and content in their communication patterns
Due to the experiential nature of this course, attendance and participation in practicing skills, class discussions and activities are necessary to maximize the learning of the students. The specific inclusion and weighting of the following items will be determined by the instructor in accordance with college policy.
- Attendance and participation in class activities
- Completion of various assignments and exercises
- Quizzes
- Group Presentation and Process Record
- Personal Paper
- Video and audio tapes (demonstrations and /or role plays in which student practices communication skills taught in class).
Textbooks and Materials to be Purchased by Students
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