SYLLABUS FOR COMM 200 INTRODUCTION TO COMMUNICATION
Term: Fall 2004 (August 31-December 10) TF 12:10-1:40 PM
Course Number: COMM 200
Instructor: Dawn T. Muhammad, M.A., M.S., Ph.D.
Candidate
Office: 504
Office Phone: 219-473-4350;
(Illinois) 773-721-0202, ext. 350
E-mail: dmuhammad@ccsj.edu
Office Hours: M, T, R, and F: 9:00a.m. -12 noon and as needed
Instructor Biography: My name is Dawn Muhammad. I am currently the Director of the
Communication Program here at Calumet College of St. Joseph. Prior to CCSJ, I was the Campus College
Chair for General and Professional Studies at the Chicagoland Campuses of the
University of Phoenix (UOP) in The Artemis School. Prior to UOP, I worked at a
plethora of colleges and universities in an adjunct capacity.
My educational background consists of a
B.A. in Communications, an M.A. in Corporate Communications, an M.S. in Human
Resource Management and a Graduate Certificate in Training and Development. I
am currently working on my Dissertation for my PhD in Industrial and
Organizational Psychology. After that, I plan to pursue my J.D. As you can see,
I have a passion for lifelong learning and it is my hope to instill that in my
students, as well. The wise say the best way to learn is to teach so...
Course Description:
Students are introduced to
the study of communication from a cultural perspective. The communication process will be examined
so that students will understand that communication operates in a global
process. Students will survey a variety
of communication disciplines, including, mass communication from a print and
broadcast perspective, interpersonal communication, group communication, and
the emerging role of the Internet.
Textbook:
Hybels and Weaver. Communicating Effectively.
Learning Strategies: Lectures, handouts,
reading of textbook chapters, writing responses to discussion questions at ends
of chapters, small and large group activities.
Class Assignments:
1.) Quizzes/Assignments
2.) Midterm Examination
3.) Final Examination
4.) Class Presentation & Research Paper (As a Group)
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Assessment:
Exams
(Midterm, Final, Quizzes) 40
% of grade
Class
participation/collaboration/attendance/assignments* 15 % of grade
Class
presentation & Research Paper 45
% of grade
Students will be required to
submit a 10-12-page research paper that is a product of group/team
collaboration. The topic must be
relevant to a current “issue” in the realm of communication. The topic must be is approved by the
instructor.
Requirements
for the final research paper are:
A. Minimum of 6 sources (at least two book sources, two periodical or newspaper
sources; two Internet).
B. Length: 10-12 pages full pages (not including Reference page or images).
Papers less than 10 pages will not be accepted.
C. Title Page
D. Accurate in-text citations.
E. Accurate use of APA format.
F. Use of grammatically correct, formal prose style.
The SUBJECT of the paper must be cleared with me in advance of starting the
project. Papers submitted with subjects not receiving my approval will NOT BE
ACCEPTED
Class
Policy on Attendance: Normally, because
of the laboratory nature of this course, missing more than two weeks of class
will lower a student’s final grade one letter or at the discretion of the
instructor. This policy does not
distinguish between excused and unexcused absences. A student is responsible for material covered and assignments
given in any class missed.
Class
Policy on Electronic Devices: Cell phones, beepers, and pagers are to be turned
off during class. Exception: unusual circumstances cleared with
instructor ahead of time.
Class Date
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Assignment
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August 31
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ICEBREAKERS,
INTRODUCTION OF THE COURSE
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September 3
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CHAPTER 1-The
Communication Process
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September 7
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September 10
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CHAPTER 2-Self
and Communication
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September 14
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September 17
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CHAPTER
3-Listening
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September 21
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September 24
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CHAPTER 4-Verbal
Communication
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September 28
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October 1
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CHAPTER
5-Nonverbal Communication
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October 5
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October 8
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CHAPTER
6-Interpersonal Communication
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October 12
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October 15
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CHAPTER
7-Relationships
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October 19
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MIDTERM
EXAMINATION
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October 22
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CHAPTER 8-Small
Groups
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October 26
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October 29
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CHAPTER 9-Group
Leadership
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November 2
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November 5
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CHAPTER
10-Communicating in Public
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November 9
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November 12
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NATIONAL
COMMUNICATION ASSOCIATION CONFERENCE
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November 16
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CHAPTER
11-Finding Material
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November 19
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November 23
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CHAPTER
12-Organizing and Outlining-GROUP RESEARCH PAPER DUE
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November 26
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THANKSGIVING
HOLIDAY-NO CLASS
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November 30
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CHAPTER
13-Delivery
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December 3
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GROUP
PRESENTATIONS
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December 7
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REVIEW
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December 10
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COMPREHENSIVE
FINAL EXAMINATION
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*At
the end of each chapter you are responsible for turning in at least two of the
answers to the discussion questions listed in the text. Your answers are to be typewritten using APA
format for in-text citations.
The
above schedule is subject to change, with notice given in class.
Classroom Decorum: Students should act toward each other in a
cooperative, constructive, respectful manner.
Personal or derogatory remarks are out of place. One person talks at a time. This rule not only applies to instructor and
student presentations but also to discussions and critiques. Sleeping and socializing are out of place
during class.
Students
are expected to come to class on time.
Leaving and re-entering the room during class is not permitted except in
unusual circumstances.
The
instructor first gives a student who engages in any inappropriate behavior a
verbal warning. If the behavior
continues, the instructor may ask the student to leave the class. To be allowed back in, the student must
first meet with the instructor, acknowledge that the behavior is inappropriate,
and agree not to engage in it again. If
the student continues to exhibit offending behavior, the instructor may request
an administrative withdrawal, which requires approval by the Academic
Dean.
Center for Academic
Excellence:
Tutoring assistance is free to all students
of Calumet College of St. Joseph. Call the Center for Academic Excellence
(CAE), to make an appointment at 473-4287. The Center has experienced and
well-trained tutors in most subject areas to help students who are struggling
in a course or who are doing well and would like to do better. Regular weekly
tutoring sessions are likely to improve your grade.
Statement of
Plagiarism:
If an instructor or other Calumet College
of St. Joseph personnel find that a student has plagiarized or been involved in
another form of academic dishonesty, the instructor or other personnel may
elect to bring the matter up for judicial review. The maximum penalty for any
form of academic dishonesty is dismissal from the College. The procedures for
judicial review are listed under the section of CCSJ handbook that addresses
student grievances.
Please note:
Calumet College of St.
Joseph subscribes to Turnitin.com and all papers can and may be submitted for
checks on plagiarism from the Internet/Electronic sources/Databases.
Citation Guidelines:
Calumet College of St. Joseph adheres to citation guidelines as
prescribed by the particular discipline (i.e., MLA, APA, and Chicago Manual of
Style or Turabian). My preference, of
course is APA. All of these guidelines
are available in the Calumet College of St. Joseph library or bookstore. These texts outline how to cite references
from a variety of sources, including electronic media.
Withdrawal from
Classes Policy:
After the last day for class changes has
passed (see College calendar), students may withdraw from a course in which
they are registered with permission from the faculty member conducting the
course. A written request detailing the reason(s) for the withdrawal must be
filed with the Registrar. The Registrar must receive written request for
withdrawal by the last day of classes prior to the final examination dates
specified in the catalogue. Written requests may be mailed to the Registrar or
faxed to the College fax number 219-473-4259. Students are to make note of the
refund schedule when withdrawing from courses. The request is forwarded to the
faculty member, who makes the final determination to accept or deny the
request. If the request is honored, the student will receive notification of
official withdrawal; if denied, the notification will indicate why the
withdrawal is disallowed.
“I” (“Incomplete”)
grades: “I” grades because of missing
assignments are not automatic but must be requested. Requests should include the reason for the missing work and the plan
to make it up.
Statement
of Plagiarism:
If
an instructor or other Calumet College of St. Joseph personnel find that a
student has plagiarized or been involved in another form of academic
dishonesty, the instructor or other personnel may elect to bring the matter up
for judicial review. The maximum penalty for any form of academic dishonesty is
dismissal from
the College. The procedures for judicial review are
listed under the section of CCSJ handbook that addresses student grievances.
Calumet College of St. Joseph adheres to citation
guidelines as written in the Publication Manual of the American Psychological
Association, Fourth Edition. A copy is available from the Calumet College of
St. Joseph bookstore. This text outlines how to cite references from a variety
of sources, including electronic media.
Administrative Withdrawal
To protect a student from failing a course, a faculty member may initiate
an administrative withdrawal of a student who misses two or more consecutive
weeks of classes.
Academic Alerts
In an effort to
keep you informed of serious problems affecting your ability to pass this
course, students who are in jeopardy of not passing may receive an Academic
Alert to notify them of the situation and the remedial actions they should take
to put them in good academic standing.
School Closing Information:
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