COM 100:  Fundamentals of Speech Communication
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DAVID JOHNSON

Department of Communication at Volunteer State Community College

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     This course i
s an introduction to the communication process, interpersonal communication, group discussion, and public speaking:

  • Foundations of Communication, including such topics as communication principles, self-perception, self-concept, self-esteem, perception of others, verbal, vocal, and visible aspects of communication, self-presentation, and environmental aspects affecting communication
  • Interpersonal Communication, including such topics as conversation structure and rules, listening to understand, listening to remember, critical listening, self-disclosure, feedback, assertiveness, types of relationships, stages of relationships, conflict, and interview responsibilities
  • Group Communication, including such topics as effectiveness in work groups, group development stages, problem-solving, member roles, member responsibilities, leadership, leading meetings, and evaluating group effectiveness, and
  • Public Speaking, including such topics as finding a topic, goals, contexts, research, outlining, organization, support, transitions, introductions, conclusions, audience analysis and adaptation, delivery, anxiety, principles of informing, the nature of persuasion, attitudes, reasoning, evidence, fallacies, motivation, and credibility

     Many students enjoy their experiences in COM 100 so much that they choose to take additional courses and add to their inventory of communication skills.   Read about other courses by visiting Course Descriptions.   Career opportunities and development are on the Career Page.