Faculty Syllabus

SPCH-1311 Introduction to Speech Communication

Milton Hunt


Credit Fall 2024

Section(s)

SPCH-1311-025 (92369)
LEC MW 3:00pm - 4:20pm HLC HLC1 2216

Course Requirements

Specific grading criteria will be provided for assignments. If you have any questions regarding the expectations of an assignment, please do not hesitate to seek clarification. Please track your points/grade throughout the semester. To be successful in the course, you will earn points in the following areas:

ACTIVITY

MAXIMUM PTS.

Foundational Communication Concepts (3%)

 

Perception Checking Assignment (based on self-reflection speeches)

10 pts.

Non-verbal Communication Video & Questions

10 pts.

Interpersonal Communication Assignments (18%)

 

Empathic Listening Exercise

 50 pts.

Departmental Assignment: Critical Thinking & Written Communication Assessment

50 pts.

Interpersonal Communication Exercise

30 pts.

Film Questions/Discussion

50 pts.

Small Group Communication Assignments (18%)

 

Activity: Small Group Development Stages

 25 pts.

Activity: Small Group Member Roles

 25 pts.

Small Group Problem-Solving Discussion

100 pts.

Public Speaking Assignments (17%)

 

Self-Reflection Speech

 70 pts.

Persuasive Speech

100 pts.

Chapter Exams (24%)

 

Exam 1: Chapters 1 through 5, and 7

 80 pts.

Exam 2: Chapters 6, 8 & 9

 80 pts.

Exam 3: Chapters 10 & 11

 40 pts.

Exam 4: Chapters 12, 13, 14 & 15

 40 pts.

Attendance/Participation (20%)

6.25 pts. per class/200 pts. total

TOTAL POINTS

1000 pts.

 

Letter Grade

Points

A

895 – 1000 points

B

795-894 points

C

695-794 points

D

595-694 points

F

594 points and below

Readings

Understanding Human Communication

By  Ronald B. Adler; George Rodman; Athena du Pré; Barbara Cook Overton

Edition : 15TH 23

Publisher : OXF COURSE

ISBN 13 : 8220130475147

Course Subjects

SPCH 1311-Fall '24 Schedule (Schedule is tentative and subject to change)

M/W 3:00 PM-4:20 PM

Class Date

Topics Covered/Activities and Assignments

8/26-8/28

First-Day Activities

Self-Reflection Speech/Perception Checking Assignment

Reading: Chapters 1,2 & 3

 

9/4

Self-Reflection Speeches delivered

Reading: Chapters 1,2 & 3

 

9/9-9/11

Reading: Chapters 1,2 & 3

Reading: Chapters 4 & 7

Perception Checking Assignment Due

Non-verbal/Intercultural communication

Non-verbal Communication Video & Questions Assigned

 

9/16-9/18

Non-verbal Communication Video & Questions Due

Reading: Chapter 5

Verbal Communication Video & Discussion

Exam 1: Chapters 1,2,3,4,5 & 7

 

9/23-9/25

Listening

Reading: Chapter 6

Listening Self-Assessments (Extra-credit)

Empathic Listening Exercise

9/30-10/2

Department Assignment: Critical Thinking & Writing Assignment

Interpersonal Communication

Reading: Chapters 8 & 9Interpersonal Communication Exercise Assigned

10/7-10/9

Interpersonal Communication Exercise

Interpersonal Film

10/14-HOLIDAY

10/16

Interpersonal Film Discussion

Exam 2: Chapters 6,8 & 9

10/21-10/23

Small Group Communication

Activity: Small Group Development Stages

Reading: Chapters 13 & 14

Standard Agenda/Problem-Solving Process

Small Group Problem-Solving Discussion Assigned

 

10/28-0/30

Small Group Communication

Activity: Small Group Member Roles

Reading: Chapters 13 & 14

Small Group Problem-Solving Discussion-Propositions submitted

Research-Evidence Cards Assigned

11/4-11/6

Small Group Communication

Reading: Chapters 10 & 11

Small Group Problem-Solving Discussion

11/11-Veteran’s Day Holiday

11/13

Research-Evidence Cards Due

Small Group Problem-Solving Discussion Assignment-Groups 1-3

 

11/18-11/20

Small Group Problem-Solving Discussion Assignment-Groups 4-6

Exam #3-Chapters 10 & 11

11/25-11/27

THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY

12/4

Persuasion

Persuasive Speech Assigned

Reading: Chapters 12, 13, 14 & 15

12/11

Persuasive Speech Due

Reading: Chapters 12, 13, 14 & 15

Exam #4-Chapters 12, 13, 14 & 15

Student Learning Outcomes/Learning Objectives

  1. Foundations of Human Communication
    1. Apply the techniques of communication competency in a variety of settings.
    2. Develop skills in selecting and using a variety of communication strategies and responses based on situational contexts, goals, and human needs.
    3. Integrate self-monitoring strategies to increase personal communication competence.
    4. Analyze the role of perception in communication and employ various perception checking methods to enhance competency.
    5. Recognize the power of verbal and nonverbal messages and adapt messages effectively.
    6. Evaluate listening habits and practice effective listening skills.
    7. Identify the dimensions of cultural diversity and their influence on communication.
    8. Examine the influence of using communication technologies on human interaction.
  2. Interpersonal Communication
    1. Identify, analyze, and apply effective interpersonal communication skills.
    2. Recognize personal conflict style and demonstrate effective conflict management.
  3. Small Group Communication
    1. Engage in and evaluate the dynamics of small group communication.
  4. Public Speaking
    1. Develop, research, organize, and deliver an effective formal public speech.

Office Hours

M W 11:15 AM - 12:15 PM Manor New Tech HS

NOTE Send an email to verify meeting space at Manor New Tech HS.

M W 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM HLC

NOTE 1000's Bldg. Adjunct Office--1st Floor

M W 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM Weiss HS

NOTE Send an email to verify meeting space at Weiss HS.

Office Hours

M W 11:15 AM - 12:15 PM Manor New Tech HS

NOTE Send an email to verify meeting space at Manor New Tech HS.

M W 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM HLC

NOTE 1000's Bldg. Adjunct Office--1st Floor

M W 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM Weiss HS

NOTE Send an email to verify meeting space at Weiss HS.

Published: 09/02/2024 17:10:52