Introduction to Communication

Explore the theories and principles of speech communications, conflict and negotiation, ethical issues in the communication process, and foundational principles. Learn how to apply communication in interpersonal, small group, public, and organizational contexts.

What you’ll learn

  • Ways to communicate effectively
  • Principles that can be applied in real-world environments
  • Skills to improve nonverbal communications
  • Learn about the evolution of communication theory
Introduction to Communication

$79

Plus membership

3 Credits

All courses include:

eTextbooks

2 to 3-day turnaround for grading

Multiple chances to improve your grade

On-demand tutoring & writing center

Student support 7 days a week

$79

Plus membership

3 Credits

All courses include:

eTextbooks

2 to 3-day turnaround for grading

Multiple chances to improve your grade

On-demand tutoring & writing center

Student support 7 days a week

Introduction to Communication

$79

Plus membership

3 Credits

About This Course

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ACE Approved 2022

During our online Introduction to Communications course, discover information surrounding the theories and principles of speech communication from an array of perspectives. The evolution of communication theory is examined and foundational principles, such as the communication process, perception, verbal and nonverbal communication, and listening, are covered in Intro to Communications. The principles you learn can be applied to communication in interpersonal, small group, public, and organizational contexts.

Course Outcomes

Understand what it means to “be an advocate,” and to participate in civic discourse.

Engage in information discovery, analysis, and application by searching for, and synthesizing, relevant sources for advocacy-driven public speaking projects.

Apply deep critical thinking skills to guide broad topic exploration and the formation of specific arguments guided by focused thesis statements.

Critically consider how one’s values, assumptions, actions, and communication affect a desired outcome.

Deploy rhetorical techniques such as elocution, style, verbal/nonverbal delivery and visual aids, to enhance audience engagement.

Create effective introductory, informational and persuasive proposition projects with the following considerations: engaging opening, well-articulated thesis, argument structure, substantive conclusion, relevant and integrated source material, effective transitions, and appropriate verbal and nonverbal cues.

Integrate knowledge of rhetorical strategies when crafting an argument.

Design multimodal communication presentations that align with project purpose, intended audience, and desired outcome.

Create coherent preparation and speaking outlines that demonstrate awareness of strong organizational strategies and employ the scaffolding required for successful communication centered around a clear purpose.

Demonstrate an ability to analyze civic discourse as an audience member.

Reflect on individual strengths and opportunities for growth, as applicable to communication situations and opportunities.

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Course Text

Prefer the hard copy? Simply purchase from your favorite textbook reseller; you will still get the eTextbook for free. This text is available as an e-textbook included in your enrollment. Students may find used, new, or rental print copies.

Speak Out, Call In: Public Speaking as Advocacy

"Speak Out, Call In: Public Speaking as Advocacy," by Maggie Mepps, is licensed under CC BY-NC-SA 4.0 / A derivative from the original work.

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