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SPEECH COMMUNICATION COURSES

SPEECH COMMUNICATION (COMM)
COMM 110 Fundamentals of Public Speaking F&S SM 3 credits The course is designed to lay a foundation in skills for informal and formal speaking situations. There is an emphasis on content, organization, audience adaptation, critical evaluation of messages, language, and delivery.
COMM 211 Oral Interpretation Fall 3 credits The techniques of expression as applied to oral reading are studied and practiced. Students are encouraged to use all types of literature to secure an understanding of the intellectual and emotional content of the literature and to communicate this meaning to the listener.
COMM 212 Interpersonal Communications F&S 3 credits This course will acquaint students with fundamental concepts of communications between individuals. Course will give insights into the dynamics of interpersonal communication, aid in understanding how people present themselves to others, and how others perceive them in turn.
COMM 214 Persuasive Speaking BD 3 credits This course will examine principles of motivation, argumentation and techniques utilized in influencing human conduct. Student will prepare, deliver, and analyze various types of persuasive messages.
COMM 222 Voice and Diction Spring 3 credits Studies and exercises designed to develop the "career voice." For students going into fields where the quality of public vocal presentation is important.
COMM 271 Listening and Nonverbal Communication BD 3 credits This course will examine the activity of listening as a process and skill by examining theories and practices in the field. The course will also help students identify specific barriers to effective listening and strategies and tools to overcome listening problems.
COMM 282 Yearbook Editing F&S 1-2 credits Laboratory course for members of yearbook staff. COMM 294 Independent Study 1-3 credits Independent or directed study of special topics in speech communication. Department chairperson approval required.
COMM 299 Special Topics in Speech Communication BD 1-3 credits Repeatable up to six semester hours. An examination of special topics in speech.
COMM 195-295 Service Learning 1-3 credits Maximum of six semester hours. Service learning may be accomplished by one of three methods: Joining a club that has a public service component, doing volunteer work at a non-profit organization, or taking a course that links public service with its curriculum.
COMM 197-297 Cooperative Education/lnternship F&S SM 1-3 credit hours each Repeatable up to a maximum of six hours. Work hours are arranged by employer, advisor and student. Progress is checked by oral and written reports from the employer. Periodic student-advisor conferences are required to discuss progress or problems. Students are required to submit an accounting of their experiences to their instructor. All co-op experiences are based on a satisfactory/unsatisfactory basis. Department chair approval is required.

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