COMM 2110 Nonverbal Communication
This course is designed to acquaint students with non-linguistic form of communication. It explores the theories and elements of nonverbal communication such as physical appearance, smell, proxemics, gestures, paralanguage, and the effects these elements have in the communication process. Students analyze diverse communication contexts and discuss communication strategies and appropriate nonverbal behaviors in such contexts. Prerequisite: Completion of
COMM 1030 or
COMM 1040. (3 lect.)
Major Topics
- Definitions of Nonverbal Communication
- Theories of Nonverbal Communication
- Forms of Nonverbal Communication: Physical Appearance, Smell, Proxemics (space), Gestures, Kinesics (body messages), Haptics (touch), Paralanguage (voice), Chronemics (time), Eye Communication.
Outcomes
In order to successfully complete this course, the student will:
1. Define nonverbal communication and explain its influence in the process of communication.
2. Identify the different forms of nonverbal communication.
3. Evaluate individual nonverbal communication strengths, styles and challenges.
4. Discuss how appropriate nonverbal messages can increase communication competence.
5. Determine the appropriate nonverbal behavioral in a variety of contexts.
6. Compare and contrast competing theories of nonverbal communication and identify examples of each.
7. Summarize historical theories of nonverbal communication and discuss ideas for future research for nonverbal communication.
Other Information
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