CMST2310

Meets Mn Transfer Curriculum Goal Area 1 - Oral Communication - This course provides students with an understanding of the theory and practice of interpersonal communication. Successful management and maintenance of relationships is a necessity in professional and personal settings. Students will apply concepts to enhance their ability to effectively send and receive verbal and nonverbal messages across a variety of channels. This course highlights the importance of style, perception, and identity when communicating in the context of interpersonal interactions.

Student Learning Outcomes:

• Understand how sending and receiving messages (verbal and nonverbal) changes across varying channels.
• Analyze the effects of culture, gender, self, and perception when communicating.
• Evaluate the implications of various communication behaviors and the influence of those behaviors on self and others.
• Evaluate listening habits and practice effective listening skills
• Produce effective written and oral communication.
• Apply interpersonal theories and concepts when discussing and writing about various communication topics.