CMST 1130 Small Group Communication
CMST 1130: Small Group Communication
Description
Small Group Communication develops students understanding of how the group communication process works. Students will also develop knowledge on specific group communication terms and skills while participating in small groups.
Credits
3
Prerequisite
None
Corequisite
None
Topics to be Covered
1. Decision making and problem solving
2. Leadership and conflict management
3. Group roles and group norms
Learning Outcomes
Develop skills in applying principles and practices of small group communication. (MNTC Goal 1b, 1d, 1e)
Manage the interpersonal dynamics of small group communication. (MNTC Goal 1b, 1d, 1e)
Demonstrate principles of leadership in the group process. (MNTC Goal 1b, 1d, 1e, 1f)
Develop skills in group problem-solving and decision-making to achieve desired goals. (MNTC 1b)
Critically analyze small group communication. (MNTC Goal 1b, 1e, 1g)
Identify and analyze norms and roles in the group. (MNTC Goal 1b, 1e, 1g)
Credit Details
Lecture: 3
Lab: 0
OJT: 0
MnTC Goal Area(s): Goal Area 01 - Communication
Minnesota Transfer Curriculum Goal Area(s) and Competencies
Goal Area 01: Communication:
1. Understand/demonstrate the writing and speaking processes through invention, organization, drafting, revision, editing and presentation.
2. Participate effectively in groups with emphasis on listening, critical and reflective thinking, and responding.
3. Locate, evaluate, and synthesize in a responsible manner material from diverse sources and points of view.
4. Select appropriate communication choices for specific audiences.
5. Construct logical and coherent arguments.
6. Use authority, point-of-view, and individual voice and style in their writing and speaking.
7. Employ syntax and usage appropriate to academic disciplines and the professional world.
Transfer Pathway Competencies
Small Group Communication
1. Develop skill sets in applying principles and practices of small group communication.
2. Manage the interpersonal dynamics of small group communication
3. Demonstrate principles of leadership in the group process.
4. Develop skill sets in group problem-solving and decision-making to achieve desired goals.
5. Critically analyze small group communication.