ORI-003-81: Intro to Online Learning – Summer 2018 (2018UM1)
January 26, 2021 2021-01-26 10:22ORI-003-81: Intro to Online Learning – Summer 2018 (2018UM1)
ORI-003-81: Intro to Online Learning – Summer 2018 (2018UM1)
Course Description
This course focuses on understanding the process of human communication as a dynamic system of interactions. In addition, the course stresses the importance of understanding and applying human communication theory to typical situations that students might face. In other words, the course materials, classroom activities, and assignments are designed to increase your understanding of the communication process in both personal and professional settings, and to improve your communication in those settings.
Student Centered Learning Outcomes
Through the use of class discussions and topic specific papers students will:
Learn skills to enhance empathetic listening.
Learn how to adapt communication with others in appropriate ways.
Learn about the effects of your self-concept and self-esteem on your relationships.
Learn about electronically mediated communication.
Learn how to improve communication in romantic relationships.
Learn about communication that deceives others.
Learn resolving interpersonal differences.
Learn skills to enhance empathetic listening.
Learn how to adapt communication with others in appropriate ways.
Learn about the effects of your self-concept and self-esteem on your relationships.
Learn about electronically mediated communication.
Learn how to improve communication in romantic relationships.
Learn about communication that deceives others.
Learn resolving interpersonal differences.
Textbook and Technology Requirements
Interpersonal Communication (COMM-130) is a textbook-free class. Students will be watching videos (such as Ted Talks) and listening to audio stories (such as Relationship Matters Podcast).
Topic Outline
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- Listening
- Embracing Others
- Self-Concept and Self-Esteem
- Communication and Technology
- Romantic Relationships
- Relationship Challenges
- Conflict Managment
Methods of Assessment
Your final grade will be determined based on:
| Graded Elements | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Assignments | 75% |
| Class Discussions | 25% |
| Total | 100% |
| Extra Credit: Course evaluations | 2% |
Discussion Rubric
| Criteria | Description | Max. Points |
|---|---|---|
| Frequency | Distributes participation across 3-4 days throughout the week creating a dialogue. | 20 |
| Initial Discussion Posting | Posts well developed, timely discussions that fully address and develop all aspects of the task. | 20 |
| Follow-up Postings | Demonstrates timely analysis of others’ posts; extends meaningful discussion by building on previous posts. | 20 |
| Content Contributions | Posts factually correct, reflective and substantive contributions; advances discussion. | 20 |
| Reference & Support | Uses references to literature, readings, or personal experience to support comments. | 20 |
| Total Points: 100 |
Student Resources & Policies
Late Policy
Assignments will be accepted late but 10% will be deducted. Class discussion posts will not be accepted late.
Assignments will be accepted late but 10% will be deducted. Class discussion posts will not be accepted late.
| Student Resources & Policies Homepage | |
| Academic Honesty | Accessibility and Accommodations |
| Grading Scale | Student Resources |
| Library Resources | Writing Center Information |
| Smarthinking Online Tutoring | Academic Coaching |
Course summary:
| Date |
Details |
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|---|---|---|
| Assignment Final Review | ||
| Assignment HANDS-ON ACTIVITY: Participate in a Discussion Forum | ||
| Assignment HANDS-ON ACTIVITY: Submit a Written Assignment | ||
