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Course Descriptions SPEECH (SPCH) SPCH 10 INTERPERSONAL COMMUNICATION - 3 Units (CR/NC Option) (CAN # SPCH 8) (F/S) Advisory: ENGL 1A Class Hours: 54 lecture total (when offered in the Distance Education format, hours will total 162) This course is an introduction to the process of human communication with emphasis on interpersonal communication. Emphasis is placed on the psychological, social, cultural, and linguistic factors which affect normal person-to-person interactions. Subjects covered are listening, verbal and nonverbal communication, self-awareness/self-concept, perception, emotions, relationships, communication climates, and conflict management. Students will increase their knowledge and skills in interpersonal communication. College level writing skills will be expected on all papers, outlines and short essays. The equivalent of this course in content and objectives also m ay be offered on the Internet. SPCH 20 INTERCULTURAL COMMUNICATION - 3 Units (CR/NC Option) (F/S) Advisory: Eligibility for ENGL 1A Class Hours: 54 lecture total The purpose of this course is to develop the skills necessary to build and maintain positive communication and relationships across cultures. Students will focus on similarities and differences in communication behaviors. Perceptions, language usage, nonverbal style, thinking modes, and values all will be explored to see how they influence face-to-face communication between individuals of different cultures. SPCH 30 ORAL INTERPRETATION - 3 Units (CR/NC Option) (F/S) Class Hours: 54 lecture total This course is an introduction to the process of human communication with emphasis on the oral interpretation of literature. Subjects covered are analyzing the literature, using nonverbal and verbal communication in the interpretation of literature and the understanding, appreciation and performance of prose and poetry. College level writing skills will be expected on all papers, outlines and short essays. This course includes oral performance of literature. SPCH 40 ARGUMENTATION AND DEBATE - 3 Units (CAN # SPCH 6) (CR/NC Option) (F/S) Advisory: Eligibility for ENGL 1A and a class in public speaking or public speaking experience Class Hours: 54 lecture total (when offered in the Distance Education format, hours will total 162) This course is an introduction to the nature of argument and critical thinking, including methods of analysis, research, critical evaluation of reasoning and evidence, refutation, and debate as a practical application of argumentation. Basic principles are applied in a variety of formal and informal debate situations. This argumentation class also is taught by distance learning. In these sections of SPCH 40, students will be required to attend class lecture/discussion in a virtual on-line classroom instead of physically attending in a classroom. This will require participation in virtual classroom via a text-only Internet connection. This will be done via a web page with WebCT or similar software. The distance learning course will focus on written argumentation, but audio and visual images available over the Internet will be used to supplement instruction. Minimum requirements: ability to access World Wide Web addresses and to send and receive email and file attachments. Those students using the most current versions of Internet browsers will have better access to moving images and audio. Students may access the virtual classroom through any Internet ramp, including personal computer or Web T.V. connection or any connections at work, school, or library. SPCH 54 SMALL GROUP COMMUNICATION - 3 Units (CR/NC Option) (CAN # SPCH 10) (F/S) Advisory: ENGL 190 Class Hours: 54 lecture total This course is an introduction to the process of human communication with an emphasis on small groups. Subjects covered are preparation for discussion, participation, leadership, decision-making, interpersonal relations, managing conflict, creativity, and evaluation of group discussions. Students will be involved in group discussions and emphasis will be on practical experience. College level writing skills will be expected on all papers, outlines and short essays. SPCH 60 PUBLIC SPEAKING - 3 Units (CAN#SPCH 4) (CR/NC Option) (F/S) Advisory: ENGL 1 A Eligibility Class Hours: 54 lecture total This course is an introduction to the process of human communication with emphasis on public speaking. Subjects covered are audience analysis, choosing speech topics, finding and using supporting materials, arranging and outlining related points, essentials of speech delivery and evaluation. College level writing skills will be expected on all papers, outlines and short essays. SPCH 97 SPECIAL TOPICS IN SPEECH COMMUNICATION (formerly SPCH 91AD) - .5-2 Units (CR/NC Option) Class Hours: 9-36 lecture total This course is an introduction to the process of human communication with an emphasis on public speaking. Subjects covered are analyzing audiences, choosing speech topics, finding and using supporting materials, arranging and outlining related points, demonstrating essentials of speech delivery, and evaluating speeches. Most students will have the opportunity to be videotaped and to use presentational technology. College level writing skills will be expected on all papers, outlines, and short essays.
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