Communication Theory

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This course is intended as a foundational course in communication theory for Communication Arts and Sciences majors and others interested in social science theory in general. It is designed to show how communication theory can be applied to understand and improve communication in your professional (and personal) life. The theories examined will span the range of communication contexts, including interpersonal, group, organizational, mediated, and cross-cultural interactions. At the conclusion of this semester, students should be able to demonstrate: - Knowledge of major ideas from a substantial number of communication theories - Ability to apply theories of human interaction to explaining and improving communication behavior, especially in professional contexts In addition, students should have: - Improved skills at both creative and analytic writing that includes practice in giving helpful feedback on others - writing, and facilitating discussion