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CATALOG INFORMATION
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Discipline and Nbr:
SPCH 66 | Title:
INTER COMMUNIC |
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Full Title:
Interpersonal Communication |
Last Reviewed:11/25/2019 |
Units | Course Hours per Week | | Nbr of Weeks | Course Hours Total |
Maximum | 3.00 | Lecture Scheduled | 3.00 | 17.5 max. | Lecture Scheduled | 52.50 |
Minimum | 3.00 | Lab Scheduled | 0 | 17.5 min. | Lab Scheduled | 0 |
| Contact DHR | 0 | | Contact DHR | 0 |
| Contact Total | 3.00 | | Contact Total | 52.50 |
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| Non-contact DHR | 0 | | Non-contact DHR Total | 0 |
| Total Out of Class Hours: 105.00 | Total Student Learning Hours: 157.50 | |
Title 5 Category:
AA Degree Applicable
Grading:
Grade or P/NP
Repeatability:
00 - Two Repeats if Grade was D, F, NC, or NP
Also Listed As:
Formerly:
Catalog Description:
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Introduction to various theories of interpersonal communication; participation in experiences designed to enhance competence in interpersonal relationships.
Prerequisites/Corequisites:
Recommended Preparation:
Completion of English 100A or equivalent.
Limits on Enrollment:
Schedule of Classes Information
Description:
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Explores through theory & practice the ways people communicate one-to-one & in informal situations. Study of development of self-concept, self- disclosure, listening, language & conflict with regard to verbal & non- verbal communication.
(Grade or P/NP)
Prerequisites:
Recommended:Completion of English 100A or equivalent.
Limits on Enrollment:
Transfer Credit:CSU;UC.
Repeatability:00 - Two Repeats if Grade was D, F, NC, or NP
ARTICULATION, MAJOR, and CERTIFICATION INFORMATION
Associate Degree: | Effective: | Fall 1981
| Inactive: | |
Area: | B
| Communication and Analytical Thinking
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CSU GE: | Transfer Area | | Effective: | Inactive: |
| E | Lifelong Learning and Self Development | Fall 1993 | |
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IGETC: | Transfer Area | | Effective: | Inactive: |
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CSU Transfer: | Transferable | Effective: | Fall 1981 | Inactive: | |
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UC Transfer: | Transferable | Effective: | Fall 2009 | Inactive: | |
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C-ID: |
CID Descriptor: COMM 130 | Interpersonal Communication | SRJC Equivalent Course(s): COMM6 |
Certificate/Major Applicable:
Not Certificate/Major Applicable
COURSE CONTENT
Outcomes and Objectives:
At the conclusion of this course, the student should be able to:
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The students will:
1. Demonstrate understanding of a variety of interpersonal communication
concepts and principles.
2. Identify and demonstrate appropriate uses of verbal and non-verbal
communication.
3. Develop an awareness and appreciation of the complexities of the
communication process.
4. Develop a systematic method of listening behavior to improve
listening ability.
5. Practice using interpersonal theories of communication by
participating in dyadic group activities.
6. Identify the difference between assertive and aggressive behavior.
7. Develop an understanding and appreciation of cultures and sub-
cultural differences in society through experiential exercises
and field work.
8. Raise self esteem by means of interactive participation with
other students.
9. Develop sense of self-awareness by means of journal writing
and analysis.
10. Develop and practice constructive conflict management skills.
Topics and Scope
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1. Explore the communication process.
A. Communication model.
B. Barriers to understanding communication.
C. Basic terms.
D. Define communication.
2. Listening.
A. Importance of listening.
B. Barriers to listening.
C. Effective listening behavior skills.
3. Self image and self esteem.
A. Introspective assignments.
B. Hierarchy of values.
C. Effects of low self esteem.
D. Skills to build self esteem.
4. Perception.
A. Variables that affect perception.
B. Study differences in perception.
5. Verbal communication/semantics.
A. Abstraction of words and symbols.
B. Semantic reactions.
C. Polarization.
D. Gender patterns and differences.
6. Non-verbal communication.
A. Kinesics.
B. Proxemics.
C. Dress.
D. Culture.
7. Relational communication.
A. Personality types.
B. Roles.
C. Intimacy.
D. Self disclosure.
E. Relationship stages.
8. Conflict resolution/negotiation skills.
A. Types of conflict.
B. Productive conflict management.
C. Destructive conflict management.
D. Win/win - win/lose negotiation.
E. Defensive communication.
Assignments:
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1. Written.
A. Weekly freewriting journal assignment.
B. Weekly topic related journal assignment.
C. 4-5 page typed term paper on interpersonal event or activity.
D. 7-10 page typed term paper synthesizing and applying important
interpersonal concept.
2. Homework.
A. Reading assignments.
B. Written assignments.
C. Observational assignments.
3. In-class.
A. Discussions.
B. Experiential activities.
C. Group processes.
4. Oral presentations.
A. Individual.
B. Group.
Methods of Evaluation/Basis of Grade.
Writing: Assessment tools that demonstrate writing skill and/or require students to select, organize and explain ideas in writing. | Writing 50 - 70% |
Written homework, Term papers | |
Problem solving: Assessment tools, other than exams, that demonstrate competence in computational or non-computational problem solving skills. | Problem Solving 0 - 0% |
None | |
Skill Demonstrations: All skill-based and physical demonstrations used for assessment purposes including skill performance exams. | Skill Demonstrations 10 - 25% |
Class performances, Field work | |
Exams: All forms of formal testing, other than skill performance exams. | Exams 5 - 30% |
MIDTERMS AND/OR FINAL. | |
Other: Includes any assessment tools that do not logically fit into the above categories. | Other Category 10 - 25% |
ATTENDANCE AND CLASS PARTICIPATION. | |
Representative Textbooks and Materials:
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COMMUNICATE.
COMMUNICATING WITH MYSELF, A JOURNAL.
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