This course includes the application of communication principles, theory, and research to the process of interpersonal communication; includes verbal, nonverbal, listening, conflict management, and communication skills most relevant to a broad range of interpersonal settings.
Identify listening barriers and their effects on interpersonal communication.
Determine appropriate listening strategies for interpersonal interaction.
Identify word barriers and their effects on interpersonal communication.
Determine appropriate word use for interpersonal communication situations.
Diversity and Nonverbal Communication
Identify cultural barriers and their effects on interpersonal communication.
Determine appropriate intercultural communication strategies.
Explain the effect of nonverbal communication codes on interpersonal communication.
Determine appropriate nonverbal communication strategies for interpersonal communication.
Self and Perception
Explain how interpersonal perceptions are formed.
Identify barriers to accurate interpersonal perception.
Determine appropriate strategies for improving interpersonal perception and self-esteem.
Relationships
Explain the importance of attraction and power in interpersonal relationships.
Explain how interpersonal relationships develop.
Create a strategy for maintaining interpersonal relationships.
Conflict Management
Compare conflict management styles.
Determine appropriate conflict management skills for interpersonal relationship challenges.
Create a plan to manage interpersonal relationship challenges.
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