Fall 2019 Course Syllabus Course: SPCH-1318- Section: 2E Interpersonal Communications

Instructor Information
Instructor	Dr. Michelle Davis
E-mail	davisml1@lamarpa.edu
Phone	(409) 984-6341
Office	Location: Education Annex - Room: 133 Hours: Monday - Friday from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm by appointment.
Department	General Education and Developmental Studies Chair: Dr. Michelle Davis E-mail: davisml1@lamarpa.edu Phone: (409) 984-6341 If you have a grievance, complaint, or concern about this course that has not been resolved through discussion with the Instructor, please consult the Department Chair.
Course Information
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.
Prerequisites	None
Learning Outcomes	Upon successful completion of this course, students will: - Exhibit understanding of interpersonal theories and principles. - Demonstrate ability to analyze and critique verbal and nonverbal interactions in mediated and face-to-face contexts. - Identify perceptual processes as they relate to self and others. - Demonstrate critical thinking ability by effectively researching, evaluating, and applying communication theories in oral and/or written assignments. - Demonstrate understanding of the relevance of cross-cultural, co-cultural, gender and age influences on human communication. - Demonstrate ability to identify, evaluate, and apply conflict styles and conflict management techniques in dyads and/or groups. - Identify types of and barriers to effective listening.
Core Objectives	Communication skills: Students will demonstrate effective written, oral and visual communication. Critical Thinking Skills: Students will engage in creative and/or innovative thinking, and/or inquiry, analysis, evaluation, synthesis of information, organizing concepts and constructing solutions. Teamwork: Students will demonstrate the ability to work effectively with others to support a shared purpose or goal and consider different points of view Personal Responsibility: Students will demonstrate the ability to connect choices, actions, and consequences to ethical decision-making.
Program Student Learning Outcomes
Textbooks	ISBN 978-1-4576-6253-9 McCornack, S. (2015) Interpersonal communication and you: An introduction. Boston: Bedford/st. Martins. Sealed Copy: Clifton's Strengths Finder for Students. New York: Gallup Press.
Lecture Topics Outline	I. Introducing Interpersonal Communication II. Considering Self III. Perceiving Others IV. Experiencing and Expressing Emotions V. Understanding Culture VI. Listening Actively VII. Communicating Verbally VIII.Communicating Nonverbally IX. Managing Conflict and Power X. Relationships with Romantic Partners XI. Relationships with Family Members XII. Relationships with Friends
Major Assignments Schedule	SPCH_1318_2E_201990_P00339312.pdf
Final Exam Date	December 11, 2019 - 8:00 AM   Through  December 11, 2019 - 8:00 AM
Grading Scale	1000 - 900 = A 899 - 800 = B 799 - 700 = C 699 - 600 = D 599 & below = F
Determination of Final Grade	Tests: 225 points Chapter Journals: 425 points Major Assignments: 350 points
Course Policies
Instructor Policies	Late work is not accepted. Do not be tardy to class to complete an assignment. The assignment will not be accepted, and you will be marked tardy. Work must be typed and use correct grammar and spelling. Assignments not completed following directions (including proper submission) will not be graded and a grade of zero recorded. Plagiarism is not tolerated. Minimum failure of the assignment for a first offense. Future offenses result in a grade of F for the course. Work not following the directions provided will not be graded. I will discuss grades and other sensitive subjects with you only in a one to one office visit. This course may address topics sensitive to some students. Students will display mature behavior in the classroom. Be responsible for your actions and treat your classmates, instructor, and yourself with respect at all times.
Attendance Policy	Attendance is expected daily and on-time. For consideration of an absence, students must email me before the start of class.
Academic Honesty	Academic honesty is expected from all students, and dishonesty in any form will not be tolerated. Please consult the LSC-PA policies (Section IX, subsection A, in the Faculty Handbook) for consequences of academic dishonesty.
Facility Policies	No food or tobacco products are allowed in the classroom. Only students enrolled in the course are allowed in the classroom, except by special instructor permission. Use of electronic devices is prohibited.
Important Information
ADA Considerations	The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal anti-discrimination statute that provides comprehensive civil rights for persons with disabilities. Among other things, this legislation requires that all students with disabilities be guaranteed a learning environment that provides for reasonable accommodation of their disabilities. If you believe you have a disability requiring an accommodation, please contact the the Office for Disability Services Coordinator, Room 231, in the Madison Monroe Building. The phone number is (409) 984-6241.
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HB 2504	This syllabus is part of LSC-PA's efforts to comply with Texas House Bill 2504.