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3.00 Credits
A study of the latest research and theory in organizational behavior and its practical application to the management of organizations. Topics include employee performance and satisfaction, leadership, and organizational development. ( Cross-referenced with BUS 315.) Prerequisite: BUS 242.
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3.00 Credits
Communication between cultures in the interpersonal and organizational context. Differences in communication behaviors due to nationality, ethnicity, and social status are explored. Students study their own cultures, as well as the cultures of others, to develop greater awareness of patterns of thinking, beliefs, assumptions, values, and cultural norms which influence communicative (verbal, nonverbal, and listening) behaviors. This course fulfills the Cultural Perspectives requirement of the Doane Plan. Offered spring term.
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3.00 Credits
This is a skills-based course for students participating in one or more competitive speech events (i.e., debate, oratory, informational speaking, impromptu, extemporaneous speaking, and oral interpretation). Students will develop advanced skills in public speaking for specialized contexts, analyzing contemporary issues, and advanced techniques of textual analysis and communication criticism. Prerequisite: CMS 226 and 227, or permission.
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3.00 Credits
This course surveys writings and research in human communication in order to answer the questions: "Are there differences in the ways men and women communicate, and, if so, what effects do those differences have on relationships?" Students completing this course will become familiar with the research and theories regarding same-gender and cross-gender communication, will increase sensitivity to the effects and functions of communication within human relationships, and will become more aware of their historical/cultural/personal gender biases and how those biases affect communication with others. Prerequisites: CMS 220. Offered alternate spring terms.
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3.00 Credits
A study of persuasive strategies for the purpose of becoming more enlightened recipients and skillful creators of persuasive messages and campaigns (in advertising, politics, and interpersonal and group interaction).
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3.00 Credits
An accelerated algebra program designed to bring students who are weak in mathematical skills to a competency level allowing for college success. Upon successful completion of the course, students will demonstrate adequate basic computational skills. Prerequisite: Permission. (Does not apply to minimum degree requirements.)
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1.00 Credits
A developmental mini-course designed to improve reading efficiency at the college level. Emphasis is on analyzing arguments, writing essays related to readings, and applying active reading and study techniques to texts used in college courses. Appropriate for any student interested in improving reading and study techniques for reading-based college courses.
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1.00 Credits
A mini-course introduction to rapid reading theory and techniques. Inclass drills focus on correct methods of rapid reading. Includes application of appropriate reading strategies to texts used in college courses. Special attention given to the importance of varying speed and technique depending on the reading and the reader's background knowledge. Appropriate for any student interested in application of paced reading techniques to college texts.
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3.00 Credits
An intensive writing course designed to improve basic skills in college-level composition. Offered fall term.
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3.00 Credits
An introductory algebra course that takes students' basic skills to the level of beginning college algebra. Does not count toward minimum degree requirements. Requirement: DSS program eligibility.
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