COM 3000 - Relational Communication Theory (4)

Oakland University, College of Arts and Sciences, Department of Communication and Journalism

Syllabus

Course Information:
Monday,Wednesday,Friday

Type: In-Person Class Meeting

09:20 AM - 10:27 AM

Main Campus Campus | South Foundation Hall | Room 266

Survey of the major theoretical approaches to the study of relational communication. Includes overview of history, paradigmatic assumptions, and current research. This course includes: theories that are individually centered; theories that are focused on discourse and interaction processes; and theories that examine how communication functions in personal relationships. Prerequisites/Comments: COM 1000 or COM 150 with a grade of C or higher required for COM majors or permission of instructor; sophomore standing. May satisfy the requirement either for theory or for the interpersonal group,but not both. Ten to seventy-four percent of contact hours (in-class) are replaced with online activities. (Formerly COM 303).

Professor Information:
Instructor: Robert Sidelinger

Monday,Wednesday,Friday

Type: In-Person Class Meeting

09:20 AM - 10:27 AM

Main Campus Campus | South Foundation Hall | Room 266

Learning Outcomes:
Learning Objectives:
If students listen carefully to lecture, read the assigned readings, and actively participate in class discussion, students should:

1. Become conversant in a range of theories that are central to the field of relational communication;

2. Compare and contrast the intellectual traditions, or paradigms, that ground specific relational theories;

3. Adapt and apply strategies for negotiating, analyzing, and assessing relational communication scholarship; and

4. Apply relational theories to everyday contexts.

Textbooks and Materials:
Sidelinger, R.J., Cayanus, J.L., Heisler, J.M., & Youngquist, J. (2017). Relational communication theory. Dubuque, IA: Kendall Hunt

Assignments and Grading:
Tests: 200 points (4 tests, each worth 50 points)

Attendance: 30 points

Attendance Policy:
Your attendance and verbally responsive participation are vitally important to the successful completion of this course and will be recorded at each meeting.

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