INTRODUCTION TO COMMUNICATION (SPCH 1311)

Term: 2021-2022 Fall

Faculty

Gina LaughlinShow MyInfo popup for Gina Laughlin

glaughlin@nctc.edu

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Gina Laughlin CV 2019

Gina Laughlin

North Central Texas College

1500 North Corinth St. 

Corinth, Texas 76208

940-498-6223

 

Teaching Experience:

Adjunct Professor, University of North Texas, Communication Studies

Instructor, Tarrant County Community College, Speech Communication

Instructor, North Central Texas College, Speech Communication

Secondary Teacher, Fort Worth ISD, Speech Communication

 

Education: 

M.S., Communication Studies, University of North Texas, 2015

B.A., Organizational Management, Ashford University, 2007

Description

Introduces basic human communication principles and theories embedded in a variety of contexts including interpersonal, small group, and public speaking.

Upon completion of this course, students will be able to apply the principles of human communication including: perception, verbal communication, nonverbal communication, listening, and audience analysis; demonstrate how to establish and maintain relationships through the use of interpersonal communication; apply small group communication skills including: problem solving, group roles, leadership styles, and cohesiveness; develop, research, organize, and deliver formal public speeches; recognize how to communicate within diverse environments.

48 lecture hours