SPCH 101 Introduction to Human Communication
This course is an introduction to the theory and practice of human communication, focusing on interpersonal, public, and group communication. Students will gain skill in using the basic elements of human communication in personal, professional, and computer-mediated contexts.
Prerequisite
Eligible to enroll in
ENGL 121
Hours Weekly
3
Course Objectives
- 1. Identify, analyze, and demonstrate effective physical, vocal, and/or expressive delivery in
public speaking, using spoken and symbolic forms of communication, through a variety of
formats mediated with technology and/or other techniques, to convey concepts creatively. - 2. Organize and articulate ideas by adapting topic, content, and delivery for diverse audiences
in public speaking. - 3. Identify and demonstrate appropriate skills in interpersonal, group, and public communication
situations. - 4. Understand and apply appropriate ethical standards to interpersonal, group, and public
communication situations. - 5. Recognize and apply effective group dynamics through collaborative analysis of current
communication events, analyzing one’s own communication style and choices, and those of
others, through critique and revision.
Course Objectives
- 1. Identify, analyze, and demonstrate effective physical, vocal, and/or expressive delivery in
public speaking, using spoken and symbolic forms of communication, through a variety of
formats mediated with technology and/or other techniques, to convey concepts creatively. - 2. Organize and articulate ideas by adapting topic, content, and delivery for diverse audiences
in public speaking. - 3. Identify and demonstrate appropriate skills in interpersonal, group, and public communication
situations. - 4. Understand and apply appropriate ethical standards to interpersonal, group, and public
communication situations. - 5. Recognize and apply effective group dynamics through collaborative analysis of current
communication events, analyzing one’s own communication style and choices, and those of
others, through critique and revision.