Course Syllabus [CMST100]
Zoom Etiquette
-Have yourself muted during our zoom sessions -Unmute yourself only if you have a question, or if I specifically tell you to do so -No distracting behavior (don't do anything that you would not be doing in class) -Be a respectful and active audience member -If my computer crashes, or there is a glitch you must stay on the zoom call for the duration of our class time -Cameras need to be on -Use the hand raising function if you have a question -If you break etiquette you will be marked absent for the day
Student Learning Outcomes (SLO)
-Identify and distinguish interpersonal and intrapersonal communication theories and concepts. -Identify and demonstrate intrapersonal awareness as a related to personal and professional interactions. -Identify and demonstrate interpersonal communication skills in areas that resolve conflict. -Identify concepts for developing and improving friendships, committed relationships, and the understanding of gender differences.
Course Information
CMST 100-Interpersonal Communication CRN 46117 Winter 2021
Complete readings and assignments by the dates indicated on the syllabus.
Check email on a daily basis.
Technical Support for MyOCC
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Enrollment Information
Attendance: Students are expected to attend every class meeting for the duration of the scheduled class time. The success of your learning experience depends on the active contributions of everyone; therefore, your attendance and participation are vital to your success in this class. We will be having group discussions in class, so make sure you are being a helpful and respectful group member. Coming to class late or leaving early may be counted as an absence. If you do arrive late to class it is your responsibility to notify me that you are in class. Students will be penalized 3 points for each absence. Students who miss the first-class meeting will be dropped. "Sleepers" will be dismissed from the class and will be counted absent. Two absences will result in receiving an F in the class and/or being dropped from the class. Being tardy or leaving early three times, or more will result in receiving an 'F', and/or being dropped in the course. We will have a break during class and I will take roll once we get back. Being absent or late for the second half of class can result in you being marked absent for the day, or tardy. Drop Policy: Students are responsible for any fees incurred and grades received. It is the student's responsibility to drop classes by the State mandated refund deadline to ensure cancellation of fees, to be eligible for a refund and to avoid fee obligations. Students MUST print a student class program (available via MyCoast portal) to verify all withdrawals. Makeups: Students with verifiable excused absences can make up a version of exams or turn in an assignment at an arranged time. No make-ups will be given for unexcused absences unless the student makes arrangements before the date of the absence. For the final exam, you MUST take your final at the schedule date and time. If your absence is excused, you must bring verifiable documentation for the absence by the following class period. No documentation will be accepted after the subsequent class period. Excused absences include doctor verified illness, and deaths or grave illnesses in your immediate family verified by signed paperwork form the funeral home or hospital with adequate contact information. Excused absences must be clearly labeled with the date of the absence and student name. "Sleepers" will be dismissed from the class and will be counted absent. Recording I intend to provide a safe learning environment for all students, and thus you may not record lectures in anyway. California law also prohibits recording of any kind in the classroom. You are prohibited from take pictures or video of the board, me, your classmates, or the classroom during my class. You are also prohibited from audio recording my class. Participation In addition to attending class, you are expected to actively participate in all classroom activities and discussions. During presentations you are expected to be good audience members. If you are on your cell phone, sleeping, have your head down, working on other class work, talking, doodling, etc. during class, you will be marked absent for the day, and you will lose participation points in the class. Academic Honesty Orange Coast College has the responsibility to ensure that grades assigned are indicative of the knowledge and skill level of each student. Acts of academic dishonesty make it impossible to fulfill this responsibility and weaken our society. Faculty have a responsibility to ensure that academic honesty is maintained in their classroom. Students share that responsibility and are expected to refrain from all acts of academic dishonesty. Procedures for dealing with any violation of academic honesty will be followed. Additionally, the Student Code of Conduct (Links to an external site.) and Disciplinary Procedure shall be applied to incidents of academic dishonesty. Examples of Plagiarism include but are not limited to: Using sources verbatim or paraphrasing without giving proper attribution (this can include phrases, sentences, paragraphs and/or pages of work) Copying and pasting work from an online or offline source directly and calling it your own Using information that you find from an online or offline source without giving the author credit Replacing words or phrases from another source and inserting your own words or phrases Submitting a piece of work that you did for one class to another class
Important Notes
Important Notes: "A closed mind never learns anything new." Since experience is the best teacher, this class emphasis participation and discussion. How much you get out of this class depends on what you put into it. It's up to you. In Sum: Respect for the Instructor - This means arriving on time, not leaving early, bringing appropriate materials, not speaking with other students while a lecture is in progress, not being loud, boisterous or argumentative. Respect for Other Students - This means not interfering with the rights of others to listen and participate, not being disrespectful, not using inappropriate language or harassing others in any way, avoid sexist, racist, or homophobic language. NO PUT DOWNS!!! Your continued presence in the class indicates your willingness to follow these guidelines and responsibilities and your intent to participate fully in activities and discussion.
Assignments
In-class Activities: Be prepared to participate in "group work". Work completed individually and in groups will be collected in each class meeting. Film Applications: Since popular culture tends to reflect "real life", we will be viewing and analyzing communication skills demonstrated in a couple of films. Please be aware that some of these films contain adult content. Self-Improvement Paper: One SELF-IMPROVEMENT paper is required. The paper must be typed, double spaced, and approximately four pages in length. In the paper, you will explain an interpersonal behavior that you would like to change and provide a logical plan for altering that behavior. Criteria for this paper will be provided on canvas. Exams: Two exams with multiple-choice and true-false questions will be given. Each exam will cover readings from the text and lectures from class. Be prepared to apply, not simply memorize, the information given on your study guide. Do not miss exam dates. Make-ups for exams will only be given to those who provide a physician's verification for absence. No make ups will be given for the final exam. Media Critique: The "Media Critique" assignment requires that you create a 5-minute presentation that highlights how a movie or television show violates the best practices for interpersonal communication we've discussed in class. You must discuss at least 3 interpersonal concepts in your presentation. More information will be provided on canvas. Homework: There will be some homework assignments for you to complete on canvas. More information will be provided on canvas. Quizzes: You will have some "quizzes" in the class. These quizzes will be subjective, there is not right, or wrong answer. You just need to make sure you do them, and respond to the prompts provided. More information will be provided on canvas. Collage: You will be required to create and present a collage on yourself. Specific directions for the collage will be provided at a later date. Values Show and Tell: You will present to the class an item that has significant value to you. The day of your presentation you must turn in a typed one-page paper that provides an overview of what you will say during your presentation, and why this item is important to you. More information will be provided on canvas. Syllabus Quiz: You will have a quiz based off the syllabus. Perception Discussion: You will have a discussion post based on a podcast you will listen to. More information will be provided on canvas. GRADES: MY POINTS: GRADING SCALE: Exam 1 40points ___ 205-227 A 182-204 B Exam 2 40points ___ 159-181 C Syllabus Quiz 5points___ S.I. Paper 30points ___ 137-158 D Homework 4x5 20 points ___ 136 or below F Perception Discussion 5 points___ Participation 10points ___ Note: Incompletes will not be given Collage 15points ___ this class Media Critique 40 points ___ Quizzes 3 x4 12 points ___ Values Show & Tell 10points ___ Total Points Possible 227 Points in the class: Cell phone violations ___ Tardies___ Absences___ It is YOUR responsibility to keep track of your points in the class, which includes all cell phone violations, Tardies, and absences.
Students with Disabilities
Individuals who request academic accommodations must first be registered with the Disabled Students Program and Services (DSPS). DSPS serves as a clearinghouse on disability issues and works in partnership with faculty and all other student services offices. If you are a student with a disability and believe you will need accommodations for this class, it is your responsibility to contact Disabled Students Program & Services (DSPS) at (714) 432-5807. You can also learn more about the services provided by visiting the Disabled Students Program & Services. (Links to an external site.) website. To avoid any delay in the receipt of your accommodations, you should contact DSPS as soon as possible. Please note that accommodations are not retroactive, and that accommodations based upon disability cannot be provided until you have presented your instructor with an accommodation letter from DSPS. Your cooperation is appreciated.
Student Services:
Information about academic support services is available at the Student Success Center. (Links to an external site.) Counseling Services offers confidential counseling services by licensed psychologists, counselors, and social workers. To schedule an appointment, you may click the "Make An Appointment. (Links to an external site.)" page from the menu on the left, call (714) 432-5078 or come in person during our office hours.
Course Scheduled
Mondays and Wednesdays: 11:30am-2:50pm, Synchronous learning through zoom. Tuesdays and Thursdays: Asynchronous learning through canvas. Class Location: Online. Make sure you check Canvas and your email regularly.
Instructor Information
Ms. Hannah Haghighat Instructor Contact Information: Email: [email protected]
Course Materials
No required material. Check canvas regularly.
Copyright Policy
OCC respects the intellectual property of others and we ask our faculty & students to do the same. It is best to assume that any material (e.g., graphic, html coding, text, video, or sound) on the Web is copyrighted unless specific permission is given to copy it under a Creative Commons License (Links to an external site.). More information about the use of copy written material in education as part of the TEACH Act (Links to an external site.). Visit Copyright Information for College Students (Links to an external site.). Whenever possible, you should attribute the original author of any work used under these provisions.
Technical Support for Canvas
Student support for Canvas is provided by the Instructional Innovation Center, located in room 105 of the Library. You can reach them M-F, 8:00 AM- 5:00 PM at 714-432-6888 or email them at [email protected] . You can also call Canvas's 24-hour help line: 844-603 4261.
Course Description
Teaches effective communication skills through the study of self-concept, listening, perception, language usage, and nonverbal communication. Emphasis is on developing and applying positive communication skills and overcoming the barriers to effective communication. Provides students with communication skills that they can apply in personal, professional and global contexts.
Tentative Course Schedule*
Tentative means that things are subject to change, therefore, it's your responsibility to be aware of any potential changes that may occur. On Tuesdays & Thursdays I will post lectures, videos, and other materials for you to review for class on Canvas. On Mondays & Wednesdays, we will zoom and discuss what you learned in those lectures. Week Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday 1 Syllabus Review & Introduction to Class Lecture on Intro to interpersonal Communication, Perception, and vulnerability. Syllabus Quiz Due Discussion on Communication, Perception, and vulnerability Discussion post on Perception Due Lecture on values, and self esteem Due Homework: Complete the thought Due: Personality Quiz 2 Discussion on values, and self esteem Due Homework: Comfort Survey Due: Self Concept Inventory Quiz Due homework: Listening Questionnaire Lecture on Culture & Listening Values Show and Tell EXAM 1 Due: Conflict Quiz Lecture on Conflict 3 No Class MLK Day Lecture on Nonverbal & verbal Communication Due Homework: Owning Communication Extra Credit 1 due Due: Collages Lecture on Hooking Up, Breaking up, and Relational Communication Due: Self Improvement Paper Due: Love Language Quiz 4 Discussion on Hooking up, Breaking up, and Relational Communication Lecture on Friendships & Organizational Communication Extra Credit 2 due Due: Media Presentations EXAM 2 It is your responsibility to keep track of your points, absences, and cell-phone violations. You are in charge of knowing where your grade stands in this course. If you miss a lecture, you should ask your class contacts for information on what you missed, not the professor. Class Contacts: Name _________________________, Phone ______________________, Email ____________________ Name _________________________, Phone ______________________, Email ____________________ Name _________________________, Phone ______________________, Email ____________________
