Communications Online Courses
The follow online classes, managed by the School of Distance Education, are offered in interactive online asynchronous and self-paced formats.
Description: Study of the human communication process—including a multicultural perspective and the importance of diversity—focusing on interactions with oneself, with one other person, with a small group, and within public-speaking situations.
Format(s) Available: Self-Paced Open Learning (section 901), Interactive Term-based (section 999)
Cost: online campus tuition, main campus tuition (additional costs for books and fees)
Tech Requirements: Latest version of Chrome or Mozilla browser. Check computer requirements.
Description: Emphasis is placed on interpersonal skills for the workplace. Students examine components of interpersonal communication such as listening, perception, managing conflict, etc., then apply specific strategies to build relationships.
Format(s) Available: Self-Paced Open Learning (section 901), Interactive Term-based (section 999)
Cost: online campus tuition, main campus tuition (additional costs for books and fees)
Tech Requirements: Latest version of Chrome or Mozilla browser. Check computer requirements.
Description: Students examine the relationship between culture and communication and the ways culture influences values and perceptions. Discussion and activities help students develop and apply analytic and communication skills which enable them to interact with cultural sensitivity and communicate more effectively in intercultural, interethnic, and cross-gender contexts. Particularly useful for students in business, behavioral sciences, education, and theology.
Format(s) Available: Self-Paced Open Learning (section 901), Interactive Term-based (section 999)
Cost: online campus tuition, main campus tuition (additional costs for books and fees)
Tech Requirements: Latest version of Chrome or Mozilla browser. Check computer requirements.
Description: An experiential study of groups in process within organizations for the purpose of problem-solving and team building. Students work in teams to plan and complete a service project during the semester.
Format(s) Available: Self-Paced Open Learning (section 901), Interactive Term-based (section 999)
Cost: online campus tuition, main campus tuition (additional costs for books and fees)
Tech Requirements: Latest version of Chrome or Mozilla browser. Check computer requirements.
