Applied Communications Course Syllabus

Mrs. Janelle Seagren

Required Semester Course
Grade Level 9, 10, 11, 12

COURSE DESCRIPTION

Students will understand the principals of effective communication. They will demonstrate competency by selecting and using appropriate forms of communication while working individually and in groups

STUDENT GOALS

1. Present a positive image through verbal and nonverbal communication
2. Compose and edit correspondence
3. Develop an awareness of the language and varying customs required for international communications
4. Demonstrate active listening skills
5. Demonstrate sensitivity toward and appreciation for diverse population
6. Research, compose and orally present information for a variety of situations utilizing appropriate technology
7. Edit and correct text for grammatical/spelling errors not identified through spell/grammar checking software programs
8. Understand the content of technical reading material by following directions or accurately interpreting data
9. Write instructions for technical procedures
10. Use appropriate forms of technology for communication

UNITS OF STUDY

1. Overview of hardware, software and telecommunications hardware/software
2. Following oral and written directions
3. Foundation of Communication
4. Writing effective messages
5. Editing/proofreading skills
6. Verbal/nonverbal communication
7. Reading/listening skills
8. Workplace Communication
9. Technical Writing
10. Integrated Business Projects

TEXTBOOK PUBLISHER

Technical Writing for Success, A School-To-Work Approach, South-Western Publishing Company, Cincinnati, OH, 1997 Copyright

Communication 2000, Modules 1, 7, & 11, South-Western Publishing Company, Cincinnati, OH 1996, Copyright

Proofreading & Editing Precision, 4th Edition, South-Western Publishing Co., Cincinnati, OH, 2001 Copyright

Integrated Business Project,South-Western Publishing Co., Cincinnati, OH, 2001 Copyright

STANDARDS FOR GRADING

Tests and quizzes will be graded on a percentage grade of the total points.  In-class projects will be graded on participation with group members, and the finished project.  Daily assignments will be assigned points for accuracy and timeliness.