Maricopa Community Colleges  COM100AB   19956-99999 

Official Course Description: MCCCD Approval: 6-27-1995

COM100AB  1995 Fall - 9999

LEC  1.0 Credit(s)  1.0 Period(s)  1.0 Load  Acad

Introduction to Human Communication Part II

Theory and practice of communication skills in public, small group, and interpersonal settings. Includes study of the speech communication process.

Prerequisites: None.

 

Course Attribute(s):

General Education Designation: Social and Behavioral Sciences - [SB] in combination with: COM100AA and COM100AC

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MCCCD Official Course Competencies:

 

COM100AB  1995 Fall - 9999

Introduction to Human Communication Part II

 

1.

Identify and describe the task, maintenance, and negative roles found in small group behavior. (I)

2.

Demonstrate the skills necessary to organize, plan, and manage a group meeting. (I)

3.

Demonstrate effective group communication skills in a public presentation and/or discussion. (I)

4.

Identify and demonstrate leadership functions in a group. (I)

5.

Identify and describe the characteristics, strengths, and weaknesses of a variety of leadership styles. (I)

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MCCCD Official Course Outline:

 

COM100AB  1995 Fall - 9999

Introduction to Human Communication Part II

 

I. Small Group Communication

A. Characteristics of Work in Groups

1. Types of Groups

2. Functions of Groups

B. Participation in Work Groups

1. Organization

2. Roles

3. Problem Solving Process

4. Communication Skills for Presentations

5. Communication Skills for Meeting Management

C. Leadership in Groups

1. Styles

2. Responsibilities

 

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