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COURSE SYLLABUSCOURSE TITLE: Introduction to Interpersonal CommunicationNUMBER/SECTION: COMM 102 41KSpring 2014CRN: 44309CONTACT INFORMATIONInstructor: First Name:AmandaLast Name:HarsinPhone Number:812-265-2580 ext. 4113Email (Ivy Tech Email):aharsin1@ivytech.eduOffice/Campus Location:MadisonOffice Hours:Monday 7:30-9:30 AM & 11:30 AM-12:00 PMMonday 9:30-11:30 AM (in Success Center in Library)Friday 8:00-11:30 AMCommunication Chair: First Name:BethLast Name:McIlvainPhone Number:812-265-2580 ext. 4118Email (Ivy Tech Email):bmcilvai@ivytech.eduOffice/Campus Location:Madison, Office 2565Most technical issues can be solved with a quick phone call. If you need technical help with Campus Connect, Blackboard, or email, contact Ivy Line at 1-888-IVY-LINE (1-888-489-5463) and select option 4. Online Learning Support: First Name:SusanneLast Name:HamnerPhone Number:812/265-2580 x4175Email (Ivy Tech Email):shamner@ivytech.eduOffice/Campus Location:Madison Campus, Room 1255PREREQUISITES: Demonstrated competency through appropriate assessment or earning agrade of “C” or better in ENGL 025 Introduction to College Writing II or ENGL 093Introduction to College Writing and ENGL 032 Reading Strategies for College II or ENGL 083Reading Strategies for College.SCHOOL: Liberal Arts and SciencesPROGRAM: Liberal ArtsCREDIT HOURS: 3CONTACT HOURS: Lecture: 3DATE OF LAST REVISION: Summer, 2011EFFECTIVE DATE OF THIS REVISION: Fall, 2011CATALOG DESCRIPTION: Focuses on the process of interpersonal communication as adynamic and complex system of interactions. Provides theory, actual practice, and criticism forexamining and changing human interactions in work, family, and social contexts. Includestopics such as perception, self-concept language, message encoding and decoding, feedback,listening skills, conflict management, and other elements affecting interpersonal communication in various world contexts.MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course thestudent will be expected to:1. Understand principles and behaviors that contribute to effective interpersonalCommunication in various world contexts.2. Examine ways in which the “self” grows and develops.3. Describe the impact of diverse beliefs, attitudes, and values on perceptions4. Improve listening skills.5. Increase the ability to give and receive effective feedback.6. Comprehend the complexities and subtleties of both verbal and nonverbal messages.7. Identify strengths and weaknesses as an interpersonal communicator.8. Apply interpersonal communication theory and principles in a variety of evolvingcommunication contexts.9. Demonstrate an awareness of empathic and ethical interpersonal communication.10. Identify causes of and strategies to manage interpersonal conflict.11. Increase understanding of how technology/media affects interpersonal communication.12. Apply principle of composition, such as research and documentation, to the theory andpractice of interpersonal communication.COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include --Perception Orientation to Interpersonal CommunicationSelf-concept and self-esteem Communication models and elementsLanguage Relational development and maintenanceEffective listening Nonverbal communicationEffective conversations Communication in intimate relationships, and family relationshipsworkplace Empathic responses Persuasion and power Conflict managementSelf-disclosure and feedback Technology and communicationSmall group communication Diversity and multi-cultural ismREQUIRED TEXT & MATERIALSTitle: POL COMM102 STATEWIDE OLCRSAuthor: Kory FloydEdition: 1Publisher: McGraw-HillPublish Year: 2011Bundle ISBN: NATextbook ISBN: 9780697808684 Access Code ISBN: NALab ISBN: NAeBook ISBN: NAYou do not have to use this exact ISBN number, as long as you have the 1st edition of “Interpersonal Communication: The Whole Story” by Kory Floyd.How to Order Textbook/MaterialsAll books and materials, unless otherwise noted, should be purchased from the Ivy Tech online bookstore.? To order the texts required for this class or any other course, go to .? Students can order all books and materials for all courses from this site – regardless of whether it is an online or on-campus course.? In the future, it is advised that students order textbooks and materials before the start of the semester. Students should use a copy of their course schedule to accurately order books and materials. Course schedules can be printed from Campus Connect by logging in at who live in Indiana and surrounding states will normally receive their book order within one day from the time the book is shipped from the warehouse.? Paying for overnight shipping on textbook orders from the bookstore is normally not a good use of money as it does not ensure overnight processing of the order – it only ensures that once the book order has been processed, it will be shipped out overnight. Consumable Materials- Pens or Pencils; Printing abilityTechnology Needs & ResourcesBecause this is a web-based course, it is expected that all students who enroll in the course have Internet access and a basic understanding of computer use (e.g., using e-mail, sending attachments via e-mail, using web browsers, using word processing software such as Microsoft Word). Also, it is expected that all students will regularly check their Ivy Tech e-mail accounts (located in Campus Connect) and/or Blackboard messages as indicated below. Checking your email and/or Blackboard messages every 48 hours is recommended. This is the PRIMARY method that the college will utilize to contact students.Visit the Distance Learning Web site at: for more information related to technology requirements for online courses. Check with the nearest campus bookstore for educational pricing if additional software is required for this course. Most technical issues can be solved with a quick phone call. If you need technical help with Campus Connect, Blackboard, or email, contact Ivy Line at 1-888-IVY-LINE (1-888-489-5463) and select option 4. COLLEGE POLICIESAcademic Honesty StatementThe College is committed to academic integrity in all its practices. The faculty value intellectual integrity and a high standard of academic conduct. Activities that violate academic integrity undermine the quality and diminish the value of educational achievement.Cheating on papers, tests, or other academic works is a violation of College rules. No student shall engage in behavior that, in the judgment of the instructor of the class, may be construed as cheating. This may include, but is not limited to, plagiarism or other forms of academic dishonesty such as the acquisition without permission of tests or other academic materials and/or distribution of these materials and other academic work. This includes students who aid and abet as well as those who attempt such behavior.Copyright StatementStudents shall adhere to the laws governing the use of copyrighted materials. They must insure that their activities comply with fair use and in no way infringe on the copyright or other proprietary rights of others and that the materials used and developed at Ivy Tech Community College contain nothing unlawful, unethical, or libelous and do not constitute any violation of any right of privacy.ADA StatementIvy Tech Community College seeks to provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with documented disabilities. If students need an accommodation because of a documented disability, please contact the Office of Disability Support Services.COURSE POLICIES & PROCEDURESDue Dates & DeadlinesThe Syllabus and Course Calendar are two important tools to help students understand the course, student and instructor expectations, and deadlines. Both documents can be found under the “Start Here” button in the course within Blackboard. Students are required to submit work on time for a chance to receive credit. Deadlines for each week/assignment are summarized on the course calendar. Students should check the calendar frequently for deadlines and to be aware of what to expect next. Deadlines are subject to change. Students are responsible for timely assignment submission. Should a computer system or network go down, students must still turn in work in a timely manner. Don’t wait until the last minute. Plan ahead by seeking alternative means for submitting work before needed. Local libraries and all Ivy Tech Community College campuses can serve as alternative resources. Contact the closest/most convenient campus or other public lab for schedules and Internet availability. Not having access to the required software on a home or work computer is not a legitimate excuse for turning in homework late.Attendance Policy – Don’t Get Dropped from Class!While it is important to be timely and on-schedule throughout any course, students need to be aware of an important college policy. Ivy Tech performs administrative drops for students who do not “attend” class early in the semester. Attendance in an online course is determined by whether a student has submitted work or not. Assignments may actually be due on another day (see course calendar), but students need to turn in something worth points before the NW deadline in order to avoid being dropped for non-attendance. To avoid being dropped for non-attendance, students must submit some assignment from the course calendar no later than January 24. Instructional MethodThis is a face to face course with some computerized component. Each week’s assignments and readings are summarized on the Course Calendar, accessed from the “Start Here” menu button in Blackboard. Each week we will work in a computer lab on the assignments.Grades All grades will be maintained in Blackboard’s online grade book. Students are responsible to track their progress by referring to the online grade book. Students can generally expect to receive grades and feedback within seven days of the assignment due date. If exceptions occur, the instructor may notify students of changes to this expectation. Make-Up PolicyAn assignment is considered "late" if it is not completed or ready to be turned in on the due date at the beginning of class time. Any late assignment will receive a deduction of 20%. The student must contact the instructor via email when an assignment is missed to communicate plans for completing the assignment. Late assignment deductions can only be waived with documented excuses.Last Day to WithdrawIf a student wishes to withdraw from this course, students are responsible for completing an official withdrawal form with the registrar. Your local registrar contact information can be looked up using the link in the HELP button in your course in Blackboard. The last day to withdraw from this course is April 12, 2014.Right of RevisionThe college reserves the right to change any statements, policies or scheduling as necessary. Students will be informed promptly of any and all changes.COURSE COMMUNICATIONInstructor Commitment Ivy Tech Community College instructors are committed to responding to students within 36 hours, including weekends. If a student sends communication, but does not receive a response, they should double-check that the correct communication method was used and that the correct location is being checked for a reply. Students can contact their local Online Technologies Support with questions ().NOTE: Messages are very different from Email. Students should carefully review the information below to ensure they are sending and receiving course communication properly.Email: all students must use the email function of the course for course-related communications. Students can send email from within the course in Blackboard, but will not receive responses inside the course. All emails are received in the Campus Connect email system. Students can also use the Campus Connect email system to send email.To access email from within the course: Log into Blackboard & enter the course.Look below the green course menu buttons on the left side. Click on Communication, then send email. Please DO NOT use the MESSAGES feature inside Communication. Select “All Instructor Users” to email the instructor. To send an email to another member of the class, choose Select Users and choose the name(s) from the list. Use the right-facing arrow to move the person into the “recipient” box. To access Campus Connect, go to: . Online Communication Etiquette: Students are expected to uphold their responsibilities in terms of appropriate and professional communication with faculty and peers. Please review the ‘Students Rights and Responsibilities’ section of the student handbook and review common netiquette (Internet etiquette) practices, like those found at: . ASSIGNMENTS & GRADINGQuizzesThis class includes 12 quizzes, one for each chapter. Discussion BoardStudents have the option of completing the discussion components of the course either within the classroom or online. After reading each chapter you will go to the Discussion Board and answer questions about the reading. Each discussion grade, whether you complete online or in the classroom conversation is worth 25 points. A rubric explaining how any online discussion forum posts will be graded can be found in the Resources area of the class. Media LinksYou are expected to find related material on the web about each chapter and email it to your instructor prior to the start of class at aharsin1@ivytech.edu. There are 100 total points for these assignments. The class will then view and discuss the application and usefulness of the links.Intercultural Experience AssignmentAs the world becomes smaller and the workplace becomes more diverse you will increasingly work, socialize, and live with people from other cultures. This assignment asks you to experience a culture during the semester which is very different than your own and then write a 750-1,000 word paper about what you learned. This assignment is worth 100 points. Group Project AssignmentAs interpersonal communication is communication between two people who are in some kind of relationship, learning to work with others is an essential skill. This assignment combines that skill with computer mediated communication to create a simulation which should mirror the modern workplace. You will be assigned to a group to create a multimedia presentation about different research studies affecting interpersonal communication. This assignment is worth 100 points. Movie Application PaperOne of the most difficult interpersonal situations you are likely to deal with is conflict. Since conflict impacts every aspect of your life you are asked to study this problem by writing a paper in which you analyze a movie about conflict and apply the concepts learned in this class. This assignment is worth 100 points. A movie will be shown in class prior to the due date for the movie application paper.Details about the Intercultural Experience Assignment, the Group Project Assignment, the Movie Application Paper, and a rubric explaining how each will be graded can be found in the session folders on the date it is assigned and the date it is due. Check the Course Calendar for those specific dates. You will also find the assignment and rubric in the Resources area of the class.Note Well: Your instructor may not have access to the same computer or word processing software you use. All papers must be saved as .RTF (rich text format) or Microsoft Word documents.How is my grade calculated?Your Grades in this course will be determined by the following criteria:ProjectTotal 1,000 points% Value12 Quizzes (25 pts each)30030%12 Discussions(25 pts each)30030%Media Links10010%Intercultural Experience Paper10010%Group Project10010%Movie Application Paper10010%*NO extra credit will be available at any time during the course.Grading Scale900 – 1,000 ptsA800 – 899 ptsB700 – 799 ptsC600 – 699 ptsD599 pts or lessFADDITIONAL SUPPORTOptional Campus SupportStudents are welcome to use the services and equipment available at the most convenient Ivy Tech Campus. Services include academic advising, equipment, libraries, and tutoring. Please locate the most convenient Ivy Tech campus by reviewing the information at . LibraryThe Ivy Tech Library is available to students on- and off-campus, offering full text journals, books, and other resources essential for course assignments.? The Library can be accessed from the “Library” tab in Blackboard or from the “Library” tab in Campus Connect.Click for HelpLog into Blackboard at and visit the “Click for Help” tab for information about computer downloads. This tab provides students with important computer information, including security software, viewer software for users without Microsoft products, adobe reader, flash player, java, and more. Disabilities ServicesStudents with questions or needs for disabilities support services should contact their local Disabilities Support Services director/coordinator. In the future, it is recommended that students contact Disabilities Support Services at least 30 days before the start of the semester. The contact information listed here is for the disabilities support director/coordinator at the instructor’s local campus. For information about disabilities support services at another campus, please visit: or Campus Connect (). Disabilities Support Contact:First Name:TimLast Name: RennersPhone Number: 812-265-2580 ext. 4106? Email (Ivy Tech Email): trenners@ivytech.edu? Pronto ID: trenners Office/Campus Location: Library/Madison Course Calendar Showing Activities and Due DatesSessionTopic/ContentLearning Activity & AssessmentsDue Date1Course OrientationCourse Overview, Syllabus, IntroductionsBegin Intercultural Experience AssignmentSyllabusIntroductionsWednesday1/15/142About CommunicationChapter 1Read Chapter 1Session 2 – DiscussionMedia Links about Chapter 1Chapter 1 QuizWednesday1/22/143Culture and GenderChapter 2Read Chapter 2Session 3 – DiscussionMedia Links about Chapter 2Chapter 2 QuizWednesday1/29/144Communication and the SelfChapter 3Read Chapter 3Session 4 – Discussion Media Links about Chapter 3Chapter 3 QuizWednesday2/5/145Intercultural Experience DueIntercultural Experience Assignment DUEWednesday2/12/146Interpersonal PerceptionChapter 4Read Chapter 4Session 6 – Discussion Media Links about Chapter 4Chapter 4 QuizWednesday2/19/147LanguageChapter 5Read Chapter 5Session 7 – DiscussionMedia Links about Chapter 5Chapter 5 QuizWednesday2/26/148Nonverbal CommunicationChapter 6Read Chapter 6Session 8 – DiscussionMedia Links about Chapter 6Chapter 6 Quiz including international nonverbal communicationWednesday3/5/14Spring BreakNo Class3/12/14Course Calendar Showing Activities and Due DatesSessionTopic/ContentLearning Activity & AssessmentsDue Date9ListeningChapter 7Read Chapter 7Session 9 – DiscussionMedia Links about Chapter 7Chapter 7 QuizWednesday3/19/1410Interpersonal Communication inSocial RelationshipsChapter 8Read Chapter 8Session 10 – DiscussionMedia Links about Chapter 8Chapter 8 QuizWednesday3/26/1411Group ProjectGroup Project for Culture SpeechWednesday4/2/1412Intimate RelationshipsChapter 9Begin Movie Application PaperRead Chapter 9Session 12 – DiscussionMedia Links about Chapter 9Chapter 9 QuizWednesday4/9/1413Interpersonal ConflictChapter 10Read Chapter 10Session 13 – DiscussionMedia Links about Chapter 10Chapter 10 QuizWednesday4/16/1414Interpersonal ConflictWatch Movie in-class for Movie Application PaperWednesday4/23/1415Deceptive CommunicationChapter 11Read Chapter 11Session 15 – DiscussionMedia Links about Chapter 11Chapter 11 QuizMovie Application Paper DUEWednesday4/30/1416EmotionChapter 12Read Chapter 12Session 16 – DiscussionMedia Links about Chapter 12Chapter 12 QuizWednesday5/7/14 ................
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