COMM 130 - Interpersonal Communication

Students will study the basic concepts and,theories of communication, and learn to apply this,knowledge to improve their relationships with,others through everyday communication.,Specifically, students will learn how to interpret,people’s verbal and nonverbal behavior more,accurately, and to be more aware of how others,interpret communicative behavior. They will learn,how to listen actively with empathy, and how,to interact effectively and appropriately with,others from different social and cultural,backgrounds. Students will also explore how to use,communication as a tool to develop their,relationships and self-concepts, and how to manage,conflict using specific communicative strategies.
Credits: 3