Introduction to Communication
Syllabus
CAM106 Introduction to Communication
Course Overview
Course Description
A course in the fundamental principles of effective oral communication. Special attention is given to the selection and organization of materials and the presentation of speeches. Three emphases of the course are: theory, practice, and constructive criticism.
Credit Hours: 3hrs
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
- Tell the core story of communication, including its current role in society.
- Demonstrate key oral communication skills to diverse audiences and contexts.
- Utilize effective listening strategies in oral communication.
- Apply techniques for controlling anxiety along with a capacity for self-reflection in personal communication.
- Identify ethical aspects to oral communication.
- Articulate that communication skills can be used to the glory of God and the Great Commission.
Resources
- Tucker, B. G. (2020). Exploring Public Speaking: The Open Educational Resource College Public Speaking Textbook. Version 4.1 (2020) (e-book)
Course Outline
Module Zero: Getting Started
|
Title |
Type |
Duration |
Points |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Introduction/Outcomes |
Page |
.5 hrs |
-- |
|
Syllabus |
File |
.75 hrs |
-- |
|
Schedule/Pacing |
Page |
0.25 hrs |
-- |
|
Meet Your Instructor |
Page |
.5 hrs |
-- |
Experiential Learning and Presentations |
Page |
1 hr |
-- |
|
Videos |
Lesson Videos |
2 hrs |
-- |
|
Totals |
5 hrs |
-- |
|
Module One: The Rhetorical Tradition
|
Title |
Type |
Duration |
Points |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Read and Watch |
Input |
5 hrs |
-- |
|
Reading Quiz |
Quiz |
1 hr |
25 |
|
Apprehension 1 |
Submission |
.5 hrs |
50 |
|
My Journey |
Presentation |
6 hrs |
50 |
|
Totals |
12.5 hrs |
125 |
|
Module Two: The Informative Presentation
|
Title |
Type |
Duration |
Points |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Read and Watch |
Input |
7 hrs |
-- |
|
Reading Quiz |
Quiz |
1 hr |
25 |
|
Informative Presentation |
Presentation |
13 hrs |
100 |
|
Early Course Pulse Check |
Survey |
.5 hrs |
-- |
|
Totals |
21.5 hrs |
125 |
|
Module Three: Communication Apprehension
|
Title |
Type |
Duration |
Points |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Read and Watch |
Input |
4 hrs |
-- |
|
Apprehension Report |
Submission |
3 hrs |
25 |
|
Apprehension 2 |
Submission |
3 hrs |
100 |
|
Totals |
10 hrs |
125 |
|
Module Four: Rhetorical Situations
|
Title |
Type |
Duration |
Points |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Read and Watch |
Input |
5 hrs |
-- |
|
Reading Quiz |
Quiz |
1 hr |
25 |
|
Persuasive Presentation |
Presentation |
13 hrs |
100 |
|
Business Presentation |
Presentation |
13 hrs |
100 |
|
Totals |
32 |
225 |
|
Module Five: Effective Communication Pragmatics
|
Title |
Type |
Duration |
Points |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Read and Watch |
Input |
4 hrs |
-- |
|
Reading Quiz |
Quiz |
1 hr |
25 |
|
Quiz 2 |
Quiz |
1 hr |
25 |
My Journey 2 |
Presentation |
13 hrs |
50 |
Ceremonial Presentation 1 |
Presentation |
13 hrs |
100 |
|
Ceremonial Presentation 2 |
Presentation |
13 hrs |
100 |
|
Totals |
45 hrs |
300 |
|
Module Six: Course Wrap Up
|
Title |
Type |
Duration |
Points |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Read and Watch |
Input |
1 hr |
-- |
|
Apprehension 3 |
Submission |
1 hr |
-- |
|
Totals |
2 hrs |
-- |
|
Voluntary Q & A Sessions
This course has supplemental video meetups for Q & A, typically one hour every other week. The instructor will announce session details as they are scheduled.
Grading
- Quizzes: 125 points
- Submissions: 275 points
- Presentations: 600 points
(1000 points total)