This course offers a comprehensive introduction to the foundational theories, principles, and concepts governing human communicative behavior and interaction. Students will explore the dynamic nature of communication across various contexts, from interpersonal relationships to broader social and cultural settings.
Prerequisites
None.
1. Design a conceptual model that accurately represents the basic components, processes, and relationships involved in human communication.
2. Deconstruct and interpret the function of verbal and nonverbal cues, explaining how they interact and influence the meaning of a message.
3. Evaluate how individual perceptions, biases, and cognitive processes affect both the encoding and decoding of messages.
4. Analyze how the elements of communication operate within different contexts, such as interpersonal, small group, intercultural, organizational, and mass media communication.
5. Distinguish between various levels of communication (e.g., intrapersonal vs. mass communication) by identifying the unique characteristics and challenges of each context.