This course focuses on communication theory, combined with the practice of effective oral communication skills of listening, reading, thinking, and speaking. Students delve into effective topic selection, and organization, preparation, and presentation of a variety of speeches and arguments for different audiences. They further study topics relevant to effective communication in society, such as interpersonal and non-verbal communication, awareness of multiple dialects and regional differences, communication for conflict resolution, and group dynamics. Counts in the Oral Communication of General Education Requirements. Pre-requisite(s): None. Co-requisite(s): None. 5 quarter hours