Interpersonal Communication Tentative Fall 2004 Schedule
*Due to the nature of the course and winter weather, the dates below will shift slightly.
*Additional in-class assigned homework will be handed in as orally assigned.

WEEK	TOPICS/ASSIGNMENTS (topics may shift slightly)	READINGS (check website for links and updates)
Week 1 Aug. 23-27	Introduction Topics: Getting to know each other (Icebreakers). A First Look at Interpersonal Communication.	Introduction and Chapter 1
Week 2 Aug. 30-Sept. 3	Continue Introduction Topics and Begin Creation of Self Topics: The Interpersonal Imperative, Defining Interpersonal Communication, Principles of Interpersonal Communication. Guidelines for Interpersonal Communication Competence. What is the Self? Guidelines for Improving Self-concept. This week: Bring in an item that best represents you and pictures of important relationships and of yourself as a child! DUE FRIDAY: Self Awareness Worksheet	Continue Chapter 1 Begin Chapter 2
Week 3 Sept. 6-10	Continue Discussion of Self and Begin Discussion Perception. Topics: The Process of Human Perception, Influences on Perception, Guidelines for Improving Perception. (No classes Monday, Sept. 6^th – Holiday!)	Chapter 2 and Chapter 3
Week 4 Sept. 13-17	Continue Discussing Self and Perception and Review. DUE MONDAY: Write 3 original multiple choice review questions (1 per chapter x 3 chapters = 3 questions). Label each by chapter. Include the correct answer, an explanation why it is correct and the page number reference. Submit to our D2L Site through the assignments, in the discussion area AND please bring paper copies to class – whew! TEST 1 WEDNESDAY: Chapters 1-3 (remember if you miss a test for any reason, it can not be made up and can be conisdered the lowest test score and can be dropped) (FYI: Lori is at a conference Thursday and Friday, Sept. 16-17. Use this time for groups if you miss meeting w/ your group, you will miss 10 points, no matter what the reason.)	Chapter 3, Handouts, Review and Catch-up
Week 5 Sept 20-24	Language Topics: The Nature of Language, Principles of Verbal Communication, and Guidelines for Improving Verbal Communication. DUE FRIDAY: Personal Reflection Essay -- Submit via D2L AND bring a paper copy to class Check your D2L grades for the week 5 check in!	Begin Chapter 4 PowerPoint for Chapter 4
Week 6 Sept 27- Oct 1	Continue with the Language Topics and Begin Nonverbal Communication Topics: The World Beyond Words, Defining Nonverbal Communication, Principles of Nonverbal Communication, Types of Nonverbal, Communication, Guidelines for Improving Nonverbal Communication. · Groups must have a solid plan by now and will complete the D2L report on their progress by this week. (Student Success Day Wednesday, Sept. 29^th)	Continue Begin Chapter 5
Week 7 Oct. 4-8	Continue with Nonverbal and Begin Mindful Listening: The Listening Process, Obstacles to Effective Listening, Forms of Non-Listening, Adapting Listening to Communication Goals, Guidelines for Improving Listening	Continue Chapter 5 and begin Chapter 6
Week 8 Oct. 11-15	Mindful Listening Topics and Catch-up DUE MONDAY: Write 3 original multiple choice review questions (1 per chapter x 3 chapters = 3 questions). Label each by chapter. Include the correct answer, an explanation why it is correct and the page number reference. Submit to our D2L Site in BOTH the assignment submission area AND on the appropriate Discussion Board Area. Make sure you place your own first and last name, "Review 2" and class section in the subject to obtain full credit. Bring a print version to class today. TEST 2 FRIDAY: Chapters 4-6	Review and Catch-up Read http://www.natcom.org /Instruction/sl/home.htm
Week 9 Oct. 18-22	Communication and Emotions: Understanding Emotions, Obstacles to Effective Communication of Emotions, Guidelines for Communicating Emotions Effectively. FYI: MEA Weekend – Oct. 21-22 (Thurs. and Friday) No classes	Chapter 7
Week 10 Oct. 25-29	Continue Emotions and Begin Communication Climate Topics: Elements of Satisfying Personal Relationships, Confirming and Disconfirming Climates, Guidelines for Creating and Sustaining Healthy Communication Climates Check your D2L grade for the week 10 check in!	Continue Chapter 7 and Begin Chapter 8
Week 11 Nov. 1-5	Conflict and Communication Topics: Principles of Conflict, Individual Orientations to Conflict, Approaches to Conflict, Influences on Individuals, Orientations to Conflict, Communication Patterns During Conflict, Guidelines for Effective Conflict	Continue Chapter 8 and Begin Chapter 9
Week 12 Nov 8-12	Catch-up and Review Due Wednesday: Write 3 original multiple choice review questions (1 per chapter x 3 chapters = 3 questions). Label each by chapter. Include the correct answer, an explanation why it is correct and the page number reference. Submit to our D2L Site in BOTH the assignment submission area AND on the appropriate "Review 3 " Discussion Board. Make sure you place your own first and last name, "Review 3" and class section in the subject to obtain full credit. Please bring a paper version to class too. TEST 3 FRIDAY: Chapters 7-9 + readings (remember if you miss a test for any reason, it can not be made up and can be conisdered the lowest test score and can be dropped) (Nov. 8, Monday, Career Day No Classes)	Catch-up and Review
Week 13 Nov. 15-19	Begin Discussion on Friendship and Committed Romantic Relationships + Group Work The Organization of Romantic Relationships, Communication Patterns in Marriage, Challenges to Sustaining Romantic Relationships. Guidelines for Communication between Romantic Partners. The Nature of Friendship, The Development and Rules of Friendship, Pressures on Friendships, Guidelines for Communication Between Friends. Check your D2L grade for the week 13 check in! (FYI: Nov. 19, Friday, is the last day to withdraw and receive a W!)	Chapters 10 and 11
Week 14 Nov. 22-26	Continue Discussion on Friendship and Committed Romantic Relationships + Group Work All Communication in Action Group Discussions must be complete by now. (FYI: Thanksgiving Weekend No Classes Nov. 25-26)	Chapters 10 and 11
Week 15 Nov. 29-Dec. 3	Due Friday: Service Learning Project Reflection Paper Submit via D2L AND bring a paper copy to class. Due This Week: Group Presentations! (On the day of your presentation, you will need to give handouts to the class -- I can make copies if you give me 2 days notice.)	TBA: As assigned by the presenters
Week 16 Dec. 6-10	Due This Week: Group Presentations! (On the day of your presentation, you will need to give handouts to the class -- I can make copies if you give me 2 days notice.) DUE WEDNESDAY: Class participation assessment submit via D2L -- remember, this requires that you review your subtotal carefully and verify that it is correct.	TBA: As assigned by the presenters
Week 17 Dec. 13-17	Due This Week: Group Presentations! (On the day of your presentation, you will need to give handouts to the class -- I can make copies if you give me 2 days notice.) OPTIONAL TEST 4 MONDAY: Chapters 10-11 + information from the groups (remember, you can drop your lowest score)	Review 4