COMM 120 Small Group Communication
Course Information
| Course Number | COMM 120 |
|---|---|
| Course Title | Small Group Communication |
| Description | This course helps students develop or improve their participation in small groups and teams using effective communication and critical thinking. Content of the course includes both knowledge and skills components. Students can develop an understanding of communication and group theory while applying their knowledge in small group discussions, cooperative projects, and other activities. The course curriculum emphasizes reflection and growth. (Prerequisites: Next-Generation Accuplacer Reading score 250+ OR Classic Accuplacer Reading score 77+ OR MCA Reading score 1046+ OR ACT Reading 21+ OR completion of one of the following courses with a grade of C, 2.0, or higher: READ 0099, ENGL 0099, or ENGL 100 [or equivalent].) (MNTC: Goals 1 and 2). |
| Total Credits | 3 |
| Total Hours | 48 |
| Instruction Type | Credits and Hours |
|---|---|
| Lecture | 3 Credits, 48 Hours |
Pre/Corequisites
Prerequisite: Prerequisites: Next-Generation Accuplacer Reading score 250+ OR Classic Accuplacer Reading score 77+ OR MCA Reading score 1046+ OR ACT Reading 21+ OR completion of one of the following courses with a grade of C, 2.0, or higher: READ 0099, ENGL 0099, or ENGL 100 [or equivalent].)
Institutional Core Competencies
- Communication - Students will be able to demonstrate appropriate and effective interactions with others to achieve their personal, academic, and professional objectives.
Course Competencies
- Manage the interpersonal dynamics of small group communication.
- Demonstrate principles of leadership in the group process.
- Develop skill sets in group problem-solving and decision-making to achieve desired goals.
- Develop skill sets in applying principles and practices of small group communication.
- Critically analyze small group communication.
- Gather and apply credible information from diverse points-of-view to problems that require discussion and decision making.
- Think strategically and critically with special attention given to the assumptions, interpretations, and evaluations we and our teammates make during group processes.
- Write and/or speak with attention to the development, organization, and delivery of messages.
- Work collaboratively with diverse groups of people.
SCC Accessibility Statement
South Central College strives to make all learning experiences as accessible as possible. If you have a disability and need accommodations for access to this class, contact the Academic Support Center to request and discuss accommodations.
North Mankato: Room B-132, (507) 389-7222; Faribault: Room A-116, (507) 332-7222.
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