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SP100 Introduction to Communication
3 credit hours, 3 Lecture hours
Surveys the areas of communication with emphasis on intrapersonal, interpersonal, group and mass communication modes. F, W, Sp
SP111 Fundamentals of Public Speaking
3 credit hours, 3 Lecture hours
Covers preparation and delivery of public speeches with an emphasis on informative speaking. F, W, Sp, Su
SP112 Fundamentals of Persuasion
3 credit hours, 3 Lecture hours
Introduces public speaking on a persuasive level. Includes discussion of the verbal and nonverbal levels of persuasion and concentrates on effective delivery, theories of persuasion, and use of support in effective persuasive speeches. Activities allow students to use theories in public speaking situations. F, W, Sp, Su
SP115 Introduction to Intercultural Communication
3 credit hours, 3 Lecture hours
Explores impact of culture on communication. Investigates the areas of language, non-verbal communication, values, cultural systems, sex roles, belief systems and culture shock. F, W, Sp
SP130 Business & Professional Speaking
3 credit hours, 3 Lecture hours
Designed to improve speech efficiency, self-confidence, and skill in planning, organizing, and delivering the kinds of presentations encountered in business organizations through practical experiences in designed communication situations. Offered as needed.
SP218 Interpersonal Communication
3 credit hours, 3 Lecture hours
Introduces interpersonal, dyadic communication. Emphasizes increasing skills to communicate within personal and work settings. F, W, Sp, Su
SP219 Fundamentals of Small Group Communication
3 credit hours, 3 Lecture hours
Emphasizes communication skills to participate in team settings. Covers the characteristics of small groups, leadership and conflict management skills. F, W, Sp
SP229 Reader's Theater
3 credit hours, 3 Lecture hours
Provides opportunities for students to explore literature through interpretive reading with emphasis on characterization, emotional response and analysis of literacy structure and function. Offered as needed.
Updated October 28, 2007 by Marketing and Student Recruitment.