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COURSE SYLLABUS
ADV21300/HDP21300
Interpersonal Communication
Spring Semester 2019
4 Credits
Instructor:
Sebastienne Grant, PhD
Phone:
928-350-2214
E-mail:
[email protected]
Office Hours (Summit Building):
Mon-Thu, 1:30-3pm, Friday 10-2pm (by appointment)
Class Meeting Times/Locations:
Mon/Wed 10:30-12:45; Summit
I.
Course
Description:
The ability to communicate effectively with others is an essential life
skill. Whether a student is interested in a career working with people, maintaining healthy
personal relationships, or using communication to effect social and political change,
interpersonal communication skills are crucial. This course employs a critical lens in the
exploration of theories and practices of interpersonal communication. Students develop an
awareness of communication styles and the importance of style (or voice), purpose, and
audience in effective communication. Additionally, students develop an understanding of the
role of language in social construction, issues of power and privilege in language and
communication, and the use of communication as a tool for civic engagement and public
advocacy. An emphasis is placed on practicing communication skills, including “speaking,”
listening, and critically analyzing texts/discourses. Topics covered include compassionate
communication, deep listening, giving/receiving feedback, non-verbal communication, conflict
resolution, relationship building, cultural sensitivity, communicating under pressure, principled
negotiation, communication as social action, and more.
II.
Prerequisites:
None
III. Required Textbook(s):
Communication: A Critical/Cultural
Introduction
(2
nd
or 3
rd
edition)
by John T. Warren
and Deanna L. Fassett
Additional required readings available on MyClassroom
IV. Prescott College Learning Goals
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A strong foundation in the Liberal Arts prepares students to be lifelong learners, critical thinkers, and creative
problem solvers by engaging them in a broad, interwoven range of models of inquiry. This foundation of knowledge
and skills allows students to understand societies and their histories, cultures, arts, aspirations, and challenges, It
prepares students to find, evaluate, and analyze information, as well as integrate and synthesize the practical and
theoretical aspects of their learning. They develop an understanding of their obligation to respond to the needs of
the greater community of humans and the natural world. This goal specifically assessed in this course is in
bold.
Competence within specific field of study
Humanities & Arts Knowledge
Civic Engagement
Ecological Literacy
Skills for Inquiry, Analysis, & Synthesis
Global Cultural Literacy
Skills for Self-Direction and Lifelong Learning
V.
Department Learning Goals:
1.
Students will demonstrate professional and ethical knowledge of the history and theories of the field, as
well as the necessary dispositions with regard to their roles in the helping professions.
