Spring 2021 Course Syllabus Course: SPCH-1318- Section: 1C Interpersonal Communications

Instructor Information
Instructor	Roderick Weatherly
E-mail	weatherlyra@lamarpa.edu
Phone	(409) 984-6229
Office	Location: Madison Monroe Education - Room: 228 Hours: None
COVID 19 Information	The Lamar State College Port Arthur (LSCPA) Student Code of Conduct COVID 19 Policy requires students who have been exposed to COVID 19 or diagnosed with COVID 19 to report their condition on the COVID 19 Notification Form (available via a link on the Student Code of Conduct COVID19 webpage). This information will be provided to the Dean of Student Services. In addition, this policy requires all students to wear face coverings in compliance with the criteria included in the policy. For more information please refer to the COVID 19 link on the LSCPA website.
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 understandiing of interpersonal theories and principals. Demonstrate ability to analyze and critique verbal and nonverbal interactions in various contexts. Identify perceptual processes as they relate to self and others. Demonstrate critical thinking ability by effectively researching , evaluating and applying communication theories in written assignments. Identify types of and barriers to effective listening.
Core Objectives	Core Objectives: 1.    Applying Interpersonal Communication theory to various interpersonal relationships; development, maintenance and termination context includes, friendships, romantic partners, families and professional relationships. 2.    Communication Skills: Students will demonstrate effective written, and visual communication. 3.    Critical Thinking: Students will exhibit creative and innovative thinking, evaluation and analysis of communication material. 4.    Personal Responsibility: Students will illustrate ethical characteristics with their choices reactions rendered to interpersonal communication topic issues.
Program Student Learning Outcomes	N/A
Textbooks	Textbook Purchasing Statement: A student attending Lamar State College Port Arthur is not under any obligation to purchase a textbook from the college-affiliated bookstore. The same textbook may also be available from an independent retailer, including an online retailer. Textbook. McCormack, S. (2015) Interpersonal Communication and You: An Introduction
Lecture Topics Outline	All communication will be handled through email to your academic coordinator.
Major Assignments Schedule	Week 1 Introduction to Course Take Self Quiz and Do Chapter Activities Question 6 pg, 23. Journal Entry Week 2 Considering Self - Chapter Activities Question 1 pg, 47. Journal Entry Week 3 Perceiving Others - Take Self Quiz and Chapter Activities Question 3 pg.71 Journal Entry Week 4 Experiencing and Expressing Emotions-Take Self Quiz and Chapter Activities Question 1 pg,91 (J.Entry) Week 5 – Understanding Culture- (Read Chapter) Interpersonal Communication Concept Essay Due Week 6- Listening Activity-TBA -- Journal Entry -Listening Five Step Process Week 7 Communicating Verbally -Self Reflection Pg. 138- Journal Entry Week 8 –Communicating Nonverbally -Chapter Activity Question 6, Pg. 175 (you will not do the class activity only journal entry) Week 9 –Managing Conflict and Power- Chapter Activity Question 3 Pg, 197 Journal Entry Week 10 –Relationships with Romantic Partners-Self Reflection Pg. 202 Journal Entry Week 11- Relationships with Family Members-(Read Chapter) Ethical Essay Due Week 12- Relationships with Friends-Chapter Activity Question 4 Pg,265 Week 13-To Be Assigned Week 14- To Be Assigned Week 15- Final Exam Week Week 16 – Final Exam Reflective Essay Due
Final Exam Date	January 19, 2021 - 6:0 PM   Through  May 6, 2021 - 6:0 PM
Grading Scale	90 - 100=A    80 - 89=B    70 - 79=C     60 - 69=D    Below 59 = F
Determination of Final Grade	All assignments will be equal in weight.
Course Policies
Instructor Policies	All communication will be handled through email to your academic coordinator.
Attendance Policy	Regular attendance and participation is required of all students enrolled in Lamar State College Port Arthur
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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Other	All correspondence will be via email with your academic coordinator.
HB 2504	This syllabus is part of LSC-PA's efforts to comply with Texas House Bill 2504.
Department	Inmate Instruction 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.