Words Have Power: Becoming a Better Communicator in a Digital World

Catalog description

This course prepares students to communicate effectively, ethically, and professionally across digital, written, and oral contexts in today's technology-driven workplace. Students develop essential competencies including composing audience-aware professional writing, delivering confident oral presentations, adapting verbal and non-verbal communication for diverse cultural and professional settings, and collaborating effectively using digital tools. The course integrates critical evaluation of AI tools, teaching students to leverage technology responsibly while maintaining authenticity and integrity in their communication. Through practical applications such as case studies, presentations, and a culminating professional portfolio, students demonstrate mastery of skills directly transferable to academic and career success. Grounded in ethical principles and reflective practice, this course equips students to become thoughtful digital communicators who can navigate the complexities of professional communication with clarity, credibility, and purpose. Prerequisite: ENG-190 or ENG-140