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3.00 Credits
A study of various types of communication media that conveys a message to a large number of people. Students review mass communication theory, the role mass communication plays in daily life, and methods of becoming better receives and interpreters of mass media messages (Same as BUSM 3453)
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3.00 Credits
This course is designed to help you gain a rich understanding of the issues facing members of organizations from a strategic communication perspective. In this dynamic social, political, and economic landscape, organizations must constantly change and adapt to meet the needs of consumers and citizens. Throughout this quarter, this course will help you better understand some of the problems organizational members tackle in our global society. Additionally, you will engage in several activities that will allow you to enhance your own career skills and become a more productive member of any organization.
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3.00 Credits
This course uses the building blocks of rhetorical theory as a means for understanding how to design sophisticated persuasive messages. Although you will learn theories relevant to the construction of messages, we will primarily focus on how to understand and develop effective messages. You will have multiple opportunities to develop your skills as a creator of powerful messages for different audiences. Through the practical application of rhetorical reasoning, you will complete the course with a set of skills that allow you to produce strategic communication in any context.
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3.00 Credits
A course devoted to teaching how to use web editing software to create websites. Site definition, structure, design, and graphics manipulation are included; students will also learn how to access free or nearly-free options which provide web hosting and templates. Course projects will include building a website and designing websites that are effective for clients. Work with a real-world client to plan and build and effective website. Participants should have basic computer/operating system skills, and be familiar using the Internet.
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3.00 Credits
This course is designed to examine conflict from a communicative perspective. We will assess the role of conflict in multiple contexts, including in interpersonal interaction, group communication, and social discourse. Moreover, we will explore methods that help us better understand how to manage and resolve conflict in our private and professional lives. Through the use of case studies, role-playing, and discussion, this course will help you become a better communicator in conflict situations.
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3.00 Credits
This course traces the study of media popular culture through the last century from the time mass communication and mass culture emerged in the U.S. to the global consumer culture we participate in today. Throughout this journey we will apply various theoretical lenses to artifacts in media and popular culture today. You will examine your own conceptions and consumption of media through (1) exercises and assignments that engage and challenge your perspective on our cultural landscape, (2) exams that allow you to demonstrate your understanding of how to ?read? popular culture (3) and papers that allow you to apply the theories and concepts you learn to your own analysis of popular culture.
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3.00 Credits
Writing dialogue for theatre, radio, television, or film. Prerequisite: ENGL 2043 and instructor consent. (Same as DRAM/ENGL 3643)
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2.00 Credits
A workshop for students who participate in intercollegiate public speaking contests held throughout our region. Possible speaking events include interpretative reading of literature, persuasive, informative, extemporaneous, and impromptu speaking. One or two credits are contracted with the instructor depending on the number of events entered. Prerequisite: instructor's permission. COMM 371x and COMM 372x may be repeated for a total of 4 credits.
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3.00 Credits
A workshop for students who participate in intercollegiate debate team. Students meet to study controversies and take part in practice parliamentary debate to prepare for tournaments. Prerequisite: Admission to the team. COMM 371x and COMM 372x may be repeated for a total of 4 credits.
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3.00 Credits
A focus on the application of theory understanding to research for marketing, group dynamics in organizations, and communication of an organization to its publics. Prerequisites: COMM 2003 Introduction to Human Communication, or Instructor Permission
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