INTRODUCTION TO COMMUNICATION (SPCH 1311)

Term: 2025-2026 Fall

Faculty

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Tiffany Messerli

tmesserli@nctc.edu

940-484-6282

 

Education: 2005 M.S. Communication Studies, University of North Texas

                2000 B.A.  Communication Studies, University of North Texas

 

Employment: 2006-Current

                    North Central Texas College, Speech Instructor, Department of English, Speech,

                   & Foreign Language

 

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