Course Name & Number

SPCH 1318.350

Interpersonal Communication

Semester & Year

 Spring 2017

Course Description

Application of communication theory to interpersonal relationship development, maintenance, and termination in relationship contexts including friendships, romantic partners, families, and relationships with co-workers and supervisors.

 [Rev. Fall 2012 THECB]

Instructor’s Name

Jill Swarner

Office Phone #

940-668-7731 ext 4301

Instructor’s Office #

502B Gainesville

Office Fax #

E-mail Address

jswarner@nctc.edu

Office Hours

MW 10-12:30 & 2-3

Textbooks &  Materials

Required / Recommended

Reflect and Relate, 4^th ed., by Steven McCornack     ISBN:  9781319019693      Instructor will email a code to purchase the ebook for approximately $80, rather than a paper text.

Learning Outcomes

Students who successfully complete Speech 1318 will meet the following learning outcomes:

1.     Exhibit understanding of interpersonal theories and principles.

2.    Demonstrate ability to analyze and critique verbal and nonverbal interactions in mediated and face-to-face contexts.

3.    Identify perceptual processes as they relate to self and others.

4.    Demonstrate critical thinking ability by effectively researching, evaluating, and applying communication theories in oral and/or written assignments.

5.    Demonstrate understanding of the relevance of cross-cultural, co-cultural, gender, and age influences on human communication.

6.    Demonstrate ability to identify, evaluate, and apply conflict styles and conflict management techniques in dyads and/or groups.

7.    Identify types of and barriers to effective listening.

[Rev. 8-2012 THECB]

Core Objectives

Foundational Component Area:  Social and Behavioral Sciences

Courses in this category focus on the application of empirical and scientific methods that contribute to the understanding of what makes us human.  Courses involve the exploration of behavior and interactions among individuals, groups, institutions, and events, examining their impact on the individual, society, and culture.

*Critical Thinking Skills (CT)- to include creative thinking, innovation, inquiry, and analysis, evaluation and synthesis of information

*Communication Skills (COM)- to include effective development, interpretation and expression of ideas through written, oral, and visual communication

*Empirical and Quantitative Skills (EQS)- to include manipulation and analysis of numerical data or observable facts resulting in informed conclusions

*Social Responsibility (SR)- to include intercultural competency, knowledge of civic responsibility, and the ability to engage effectively in regional, national, and global communities

 [Rev. 5-2014  THECB]

# of Graded Course Elements

Graded Course Elements

Percentage or Points Values

1

 Annotated Bibliography

 50 points

2

Favorite Interpersonal Theory Research Paper

100 points

3

Discussion Boards

5-10 points each

4

Reading Quizzes and Assessments

5 points each

5

Interpersonal Activities

10 points each

6

Poster Presentation

20 points 

7

TED Talk Assignment

40 points 

8

Research Paper Rough Draft

50 points 

Scholastic Integrity

Scholastic dishonesty shall include, but not be limited to cheating on a test, plagiarism, and collusion.  See Student Handbook “Student Rights & Responsibilities: Student Conduct [FLB- (LOCAL)]” #18.

Disciplinary Actions [Student Handbook, #5] “When cheating, collusion, or plagiarism has occurred beyond any reasonable doubt, the instructor may give the student or students involved an “F” on a particular assignment or in the course. [See Scholastic Dishonesty FLB (Local)] The instructor shall make a written report of the incident and of the planned action to his Department Chair.  The Department Chair shall report the incident and action to appropriate instructional dean who shall review the case, notify the student and, if necessary, take further action.  This may involve either probation or suspension of the student or students in question. If such disciplinary action is deemed necessary, the Dean of Student Services shall be notified, and the action shall be taken through that office.”

Plagiarism, which should be avoided at all costs, includes the following student actions:

1.    Turning in someone else's ideas, opinions, theories, or work as your own;

2.    Unintentionally or inadvertently turning in someone else's ideas, opinions, theories, or work as your own as the result of failing to document sources both internally and in the Works Cited;

3.    Copying words, ideas, or images from someone without giving credit; Failing to put a quotation in quotations marks;

4.    Giving incorrect information about the source of information, quotations, or images;

5.    Changing words but copying the sentence structure of a source without giving credit;

6.    Copying so many words, ideas, or images from a source that it makes up the majority of the student's work, whether or not the student gives credit.

[Rev. 3-20-2012]

Attendance Policy

Attendance in this course is tracked via login.  Students must stay current in the course by logging in to the course at least 3 times per week for course information and communication with the instructor.

Per NCTC policy, ALL INSTRUCTORS are required to take attendance every class meeting for reporting purposes.  [Rev. 5-2014]

EEOC Statement

North Central Texas College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, religion, age, or disability in the employment or the provision of services.

Calendar

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF SUBJECT MATTER FOR EACH LECTURE/DISCUSSION

Tobacco-Free Campus

NCTC restricts the use of all tobacco products including cigarettes, cigars, pipes, electronic cigarettes, and smokeless tobacco on campus property. NCTC is aware that tobacco use influences underage students, which cumulates unsightly tobacco litter and interferes with assuring clean air for all who come to NCTC. NCTC recognizes the health hazards of tobacco use and of exposure to second hand smoke. Information on a tobacco cessation program is available for students, faculty, staff who wish to stop using tobacco products. We would like to "thank you" for your help in making our campuses Tobacco-Free. For questions or concerns, please contact the Office of Vice President of Student Services at 940-668-4240.

[Rev. 5-2014]