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Course Snapshot for COM125 - Interpersonal Communication

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Course Competencies

  1. Distinguish the interpersonal communication context from other communication contexts.
  2. Understand self-concept and its relationship to interpersonal communication.
  3. Demonstrate an awareness of the effect of perception on interpersonal communication.
  4. Critically evaluate and apply appropriate emotional expression in interpersonal interactions.
  5. Demonstrate an understanding of the impact of language on relationships.
  6. Demonstrate an understanding of the impact of nonverbal communication on relationships.
  7. Demonstrate effective listening and response strategies.
  8. Recognize and describe appropriate strategies for self-disclosure.
  9. Analyze conflict situations, and propose approaches for conflict management and resolution.
  10. Illustrate understanding of gender and cultural influences on interpersonal communication.
  11. Recognize concepts of relationship dynamics.
  12. Demonstrate understanding of the link between technology and interpersonal communication.
Communication concepts for this course are enchanced using illustrative models, video, and online discussions.

Module Outcomes Mapped to Competencies

Module 1
  Outcomes Competencies
1 Define interpersonal communication. A
2 Define self-concept. B
3 Define perception. C
4 Define the importance of interpersonal communication in a work and personal context.  A
5 Practice perception and self-concept in interpersonal communication. C
6 Identify personal stumbling blocks to effective interpersonal communication.  B
7 Use technology in analysis of interpersonal communication.  L
Module 2
  Outcomes Competencies
1 Define relationship dynamics. K
2 Define gender and cultural differences. J
3 Report how gender and culture can affect interpersonal communication.  J
4 Define conflict and methods of conflict resolution.  I
5 Identify conflict resolution methods. I
6 Practice conflict resolution.  I
Module 3
  Outcomes Competencies
1 Define listening.  G
2 Define self-disclosure.  H
3 Analyze appropriate and inappropriate self-disclosure.  H, D
4 Analyze self-disclosure in the workplace. H
5 Consider differences in listening between genders.  G, J
6 Demonstrate good listening practices.  D, G
7 Identify good and bad listening habits.  G
Module 4
  Outcomes Competencies
1 Define language.  E
2 Define nonverbal communication. F
3 Apply culture to differences in language.  E, J
4 Apply gender to differences in language.  E, J
5 Determine the impact of nonverbal communication on relationships. F
6 Practice effective nonverbal communication.  F
Module 5
  Outcomes Competencies
1 Review lessons learned earlier in the course. A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, I, J, K, L
2 Evaluate progress in improving interpersonal communication. C, D, E, F, G, I, J

Course Time Commitment and Expectations

The semester schedule for this course may be 15 weeks, 10 weeks, or 6 weeks in duration. Based on the course format, this table shows the approximate amount of time you should plan to spend per week on this course. This includes time to read/listen to the online content, participate in discussion forums, complete all assignments, and study the course material.

For accelerated courses, the amount of time required per week is greater. Note that regardless of course format, the course material is the same and all course competencies, module outcomes, and assignments will be covered.

Course Activity Hours and Student Learning Hours
Course Credit Hours Course Format (Duration) Pace Relative to a 15 Week Course Course Activity Hours Student Learning Hours Per Week
3 15 Weeks - 135 8.5 to 9.5
3 10 Weeks 1.5x faster 135 12.5 to 14.5
3 6 Weeks 2.5x faster 135 21 to 24

Aside from typical reading assignments, this course has the following:

Summary of Grading
Assignment Points %
Introduction Discussion (1 @ 20 points) 20 2.0%
Research-Based Discussion Board (5 @ 35 points each) 175 17.5%
Practice Discussion Board (5 @ 35 points each) 175 17.5%
Assignment (4 @ 105 points each) 420 42%
Reflection Assignment (1 @ 210 points) 210 21%
TOTAL 1000 100%

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