Introduction to Communication ((4 Credits))

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Why study communication? What can you do with it? Introduction to Communication provides students with an overview of the major fields of communication and key theories that support them. Students will develop an understanding of foundational communication theories at the interpersonal, group, organizational, and mass levels of communication and will apply these theories to evaluate communications in real-world settings. Students will be able to apply verbal and nonverbal communication strategies in order to reach specific audiences and understand how others communicate. Prerequisite (must complete before registering): Ability to write a college level essay. Highly Recommended (not required): College Writing ( COMW 1005 ), or equivalent. This, along with Media Literacy, are the foundation courses in a Communication, Communication and Media, or Communication and Writing Curriculum. It may also be appropriate for students in the social sciences, or as an elective for students who simply want to learn about the field of Communication. This course was previously CUL-221234.