CAS 303Communication Theory
This course is intended as a foundational course in communication theory for Communication Arts and Sciences majors and others interested in social science theory in general. It is designed to show how communication theory can be applied to understand and improve communication in your professional (and personal) life. The theories examined will span the range of communication contexts, including interpersonal, group, organizational, mediated, and cross-cultural interactions. At the conclusion of this semester, students should be able to demonstrate: - Knowledge of major ideas from a substantial number of communication theories - Ability to apply theories of human interaction to explaining and improving communication behavior, especially in professional contexts In addition, students should have: - Improved skills at both creative and analytic writing that includes practice in giving helpful feedback on others - writing, and facilitating discussion
Prerequisites
None listed in the catalog.
General education
Social & Behavioral Sciences (GS)
Where it sits in degree plans
Suggested plans most often put it in Year 3 · Spring (2 programs).
Required in (7)
- Communication Arts and Sciences, B.A. (Berks)
- Communication Arts and Sciences, B.A. (Liberal Arts)
- Communication Arts and Sciences, B.A. (University College)
- Communication Arts and Sciences, B.S.
- Media and Communication, B.A.
- Organizational and Professional Communication, B.A.
- Organizational and Professional Communication, B.S.
One of the options in (2)
- Communication Arts and Mass Media, Minor
- Communications, B.A. (University College)