Course Assignments and Weight

The Communication Studies Department at Austin Community College requires that all students who take SPCH 1318: Interpersonal Communication successfully complete these minimum requirements:

1. Self-Assessment and Reflection Assignments: ( 300 points) Students are required to successfully complete at least three (3) Self-Assessment and Reflection assignments to heighten their awareness of their interpersonal communication skills. 

• Journals 1, 2, 3, & 4 – 50 points each
• Listening self-assessment – 50 points
• Love Language self-assessment and reflection- 50 points

1. Analysis of Interpersonal Communication Principles and Theory: (200 points) Students are required to successfully complete one (1) Analysis of Interpersonal Communication Principles and Theory assignment. 
   • Complaint free project – 200 points. 
2. Oral Demonstrations of Interpersonal Communication Skills: (100 points) Students are required to successfully complete two (2) Oral Demonstrations of Interpersonal Communication Skills. 
   • #1 – Perception checking – 50 points
   • #2 – Oral Assessment – 50 points
3. Exams: (300 points) Students are required to successfully complete a minimum of two (2) exams in this course.

• Three exams (multiple choice and/or short answer) each worth 100 points.

1. 100 points consist of the following:

• Participation during in-class activities = 50
• Student Information Sheet – 25 points
• Syllabus Quiz – 25 points

1,000 points are possible. 

Course Calendar

:“Please note that schedule changes may occur during the semester.  Any changes will be announced in class and/or posted as a Blackboard Announcement.”

Summer 2022, Daily Schedule

Have the assigned chapter read before class.  More work may be assigned during class which is not listed.  You are responsible for any homework assigned during class.

The schedule is tentative and subject to change.

Course Calendar

:“Please note that schedule changes may occur during the semester.  Any changes will be announced in class and/or posted as a Blackboard Announcement.”

Summer 2022, Daily Schedule

Have the assigned chapter read before class.  More work may be assigned during class which is not listed.  You are responsible for any homework assigned during class.

The schedule is tentative and subject to change.

Student Learning Outcomes

• Recognize the characteristics of competent communication in dyadic interactions
• Demonstrate the ability to assess the appropriateness and effectiveness of interpersonal strategies used in various interpersonal situations, including mediated and face to face interactions. 
• Demonstrate skill in selecting and using a variety of communication strategies and responses based on situational contexts, goals, and human needs
• Differentiate between theories that explain interpersonal interaction
• Recognize the ethical dimensions of interpersonal communication
• Recall how perception affects communication and the importance of perception-checking
• Demonstrate the ability to analyze and critique verbal and nonverbal messages in interpersonal interactions
• Evaluate listening habits and demonstrate effective listening skills
• Demonstrate effective interpersonal conflict management principles
• Recognize communication differences between individuals in cultures that affect interpersonal interactions and recall strategies for adapting to cultural differences
• Recall the nature and role of emotions in interpersonal interaction and competent strategies for expressing emotions
• Identify distinguishing characteristics of interpersonal relationships including family, friendship, romantic, and work
• Demonstrate critical thinking ability by effectively researching, evaluating, and applying communication theories in oral and/or written assignments.

This class is designed around instructor lecture, working with partners and in small groups, as well as individual and group presentations—all online.  Students are expected to contribute to all lectures and activities with questions, ideas and relevant business or personal experience.