CMST G100: Interpersonal Communication
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Curriculum Committee Approval Date | 11/19/2024 |
| Top Code | 150600 - Speech Communication |
| Units | 3 Total Units |
| Hours | 54 Total Hours (Lecture Hours 54) |
| Total Outside of Class Hours | 0 |
| Course Credit Status | Credit: Degree Applicable (D) |
| Material Fee | No |
| Basic Skills | Not Basic Skills (N) |
| Repeatable | No |
| Open Entry/Open Exit | No |
| Grading Policy | Standard Letter (S),
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| Local General Education (GE) |
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| Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) |
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| California State University General Education Breadth (CSU GE-Breadth) |
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Course Description
Formerly: COMM G100. This course is a survey of the process, analysis and theory of one-to-one oral communication, rhetorical theory (ethos, pathos and logos), presentation development and theoretical analysis. Content areas include self-concept, perception, rhetorical sensitivity to diversity, equity, inclusion, belonging and accessibility, approaches to research and argument development, critical listening, verbal messages, nonverbal messages, conversation, relational development and conflict management. Students will learn theories that explain human communication behavior and best practices in oral communication and, in addition, will be required to practice effective interpersonal communication skills, rhetorical analysis and oral presentation skills in various contexts. Transfer Credit: CSU; UC. C-ID: COMM 130.C-ID: COMM 130.
Course Level Student Learning Outcome(s)
- Course Outcomes
- Use effective verbal and nonverbal practices personally, professionally and in the context of oral presentations.
- Analyze interpersonal communication theories, theoretical foundations (including ethos, pathos and logos) and rhetorical theory.
- Employ constructive criticism skills in the context of speech analysis and peer evaluation.
- Apply concepts of ethical communication and rhetorical sensitivity pertaining to diversity, equity, inclusion, belonging, and accessibility.
Course Objectives
- 1. Describe ways that communication creates, develops and changes personal identities including variables such as culture, gender, ethnicity, and race.
- 2. Describe the effects of communication on interpersonal relationships and social and cultural realities.
- 3. Demonstrate ethical interpersonal communication founded on communication theory and research including listening and other individual skills and competencies to adhere to ethical interpersonal communication.
- 4. Diagnose conflict in interpersonal relationships and use conflict management strategies.
Lecture Content
General Elements of Communication Vocabulary The Communication Process Theories and Principles of Interpersonal Communication Theoretical Foundations of Creating and Sharing Knowledge (Canons of Rhetoric) Ethical Interpersonal Communication Cultural Issues Relevance of Culture in Communication Cultural Perspectives Cultural Differences Intercultural Communication Rhetorical Sensitivity to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Belonging and Accessibility Self-Perception Dimensions of Self Personal Identities Self Disclosure Influences on Self Concept and Self Esteem Perception of Others Stages of Perception Perceptual Processes Developing Oral Presentations Informative and Persuasive Speaking to a Live Audience Determining a Thesis and Organizational Pattern Developing Sound Arguments Research Process and Using Supporting Materials to Enhance Credibility Delivery Best Practices Listening Stages of Listening Styles of Listening Critical Listening and Analysis Applyiing Rhetorical Principles to Analyze Historical and Contemporary Public Discourse Providing Constructive Criticism to Peers Verbal Messages Linguistic Symbols Denotation and Connotation Problems with Language Effective use of Language Inclusion and Exclusion Racist Language Hate Speech Sexist Language Nonverbal Messages Body Facial Eyes Touch Paralanguage Use of Space Artifacts Temporal communication Emotions Defining nature of emotions Social and cultural patterns of expression Skills for improving Relationship Development and Maintenance Characteristics of Interpersonal relationships Stages in relationships Cultural similarities and differences Computer mediated communication Types of Relationships Friendship Love Family Workplace Conflict Management Nature of Conflict Conflict resolution Conflict management Compliance gaining strategies
Method(s) of Instruction
- Lecture (02)
- DE Live Online Lecture (02S)
- DE Online Lecture (02X)
Reading Assignments
Textbook and supplemental materials.
Writing Assignments
Essays, journals, outlines for informative and persuasive speeches, communication and theoretical analysis, written and oral demonstration of skills such as perception checking, conversation, listening techniques, and conflict strategies.
Out-of-class Assignments
Interpersonal journal, interviewing, personality assessment, and other assignments determined by the instructor.
Demonstration of Critical Thinking
Students will be required to recognize the essential differences between informative and persuasive messages. They will research, evaluate and organize information in order to present speeches and evaluate the presentations of others. They will also be required to choose and apply appropriate communication strategies and skills for a variety of interpersonal communication contexts.
Required Writing, Problem Solving, Skills Demonstration
Students will participate in a minimum of three oral presentations, made either in front of faculty or other listeners, or in online environments, including: One minor presentation such as a speech of introduction, and two major presentations (informative and persuasive) on issues pertaining to interpersonal theories and/or content.
Eligible Disciplines
Communication studies (speech communication): Master's degree in speech, speech broadcasting, telecommunications, rhetoric, communication, communication studies, speech communication, or organizational communication OR bachelor's degree in any of the above AND master's degree in drama/ theater arts, mass communication, or English OR the equivalent. Master's degree required. Speech communication: See communication studies Master's degree required.
Textbooks Resources
1. Required Adler, Rosenfeld and Proctor. Interplay--The Process of Interpersonal Communication, 16th ed. Oxford Publishing, 2023 2. Required Devito, Joseph A.. The Interpersonal Communication Book, 16th ed. Pearson Allyn and Bacon Publishing, 2022 3. Required Griffin, E., Ledbetter, A. Sparks, G.. A First Look at Communication Theory, 11th ed. New York : McGraw Hill, 2023
Other Resources
1. Comparable open educational resource (OER) materials