Class Details

COMM 15
Critical Decision-Making in Groups

Course Description

This course examines communication and critical decision-making in the context of effective group problem-solving, with an emphasis on principles of sound reasoning to make a well-reasoned decision. Topics include the theory, application, and evaluation of group communication processes, including problem-solving, conflict management, decision-making, and leadership, with the goal of understanding different points of view in an increasingly diverse and interconnected global society.

Class Details

Class Materials: View textbook and/or other materials for this course available at the Bookstore.
Class Dates: This class runs from 2022-09-26 to 2022-12-16.
Footnote:
COMM-015.51Z: Online Course. Students must be present online for LIVE PRESENTATIONS on dates to be determined by the instructor. Students can log in any time to complete all other assigned coursework. Students must have access to the following: a computer, the internet, an individual e-mail address, and a webcam-enabled device for on-camera presentations. Exclusively using a tablet or phone may prevent you from successfully completing a course. Information about Canvas and Online Education Orientation can be found in Canvas on the Student Resources page: https://deanza.instructure.com/courses/3382

Course Details

Units

5 Units

Hours

• Weekly Lecture Hours: 5
• Weekly Lab Hours: 0

Gen Ed

General Education Class

Program Status

Program Applicable

Credit

Credit - Degree Applicable

Grading Method

Letter Grading

General Course Statement

General Statement

See general education pages for the requirements this course meets.

Requisite and Advisory

Advisory

EWRT D001A or EWRT D01AH or ESL D005.

COMM D001., COMM D001H, COMM D010. or COMM D010H

Limitations on Enrollment and Entrance Skills

Limitations on Enrollment

Not open to students with credit in the Honors Program related course.