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COMS 240

I. Course Title: Teamwork and Communication

II. Course Number: COMS 240

III. Credit Hours: 3 credits

IV. Prerequisites: None

V. Course Description: 

Development of communication skills in the context of teams in organizational and professional settings. Students study the structure of effective teamwork, group process, problem solving, and leadership.

VI. Detailed Description of Conduct of Course:

Students will work in teams to put communication theories in to practice, but individual assignments are also a part of this course. Typically, groups of 4-6 students will complete a series of assignments that allow them to practice the teamwork-related theories and skills they are learning. The assignments may include in-class team-building as well as longer group projects, written reflections, and peer evaluations.

VII. Goals and Objectives of the Course:

 Course Learning Objectives:

  1. Identify and apply basic group communication principles in a variety of contexts:
  2. Demonstrate effective group interaction skills in a variety of contexts:
  3. Identify and apply group communication strategies and skills that facilitate the achievement of group goals in a variety of contexts:
  4. Identify and demonstrate essential group discussion strategies and skills in a variety of contexts:
  5. Explain and apply the principles and practices of ethical communication in a variety of group contexts.

VIII. Assessment Measures:

Assessment measures may include traditional examinations, team presentations, graded papers and team/individual reflections and assignments, as well as graded in-class exercises and out-of-class assignments. Both group and individual assignments are prepared to assess understanding of group concepts and the ability to put them into practice. 

Other Course Information: None

 

Review and Approval

DATE ACTION REVIEWED BY Dr. Jennifer Walton

MUST BE REVIEWED BY CHAIR Director of the School of Communication

DATE OF REVIEW 1/20/22

 

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