JRN 106 - Principles of Communication
Credits: 3
3 Lecture Hours
Prerequisites: ENG 101 or ENG 101L
Description
This course provides students with an overview of human communication in various settings, including interpersonal, small group, public, organizational, visual, mass communication and social media. Students examine the principles that shape these areas of communication and explore how they are implemented within different societies and cultures.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the course, the student will:
- Describe the major areas of human communication.
- Identify principles practiced in areas of communication.
- Critique the principles implemented in specific areas of communication.
- Utilize an area of communication and its principles to analyze a current event.
Listed Topics
- Interpersonal communication
- Public communication
- Small group communication
- Organizational communication
- Mass communication
- Social media
- Intercultural communication
- Health communication
- Communication ethics
Reference Materials
Department and/or Instructor approved resources
Students who successfully complete this course acquire general knowledge, skills and abilities that align with CCAC’s definition of an educated person. Specifically, this course fulfills these General Education Goals: - Communication
- Critical Thinking & Problem Solving
- Information Literacy
Approved By: Dr. Quintin B. Bullock Date Approved: 11/22/2023
Last Reviewed: 11/22/2023
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