CMST 235 - Online Small Group Communication

5.0 Credits
Study of online small group decision making processes. Focus on member roles, norms of interaction, and leadership in groups that work online (was SPCH 209). Prerequisite: Completion of ENGL 100 with a 2.0 or placement in ENGL& 101 (was ENGL 105). Previous experience with online courses recommended.

Course Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

Describe differences between the face-to-face and computer mediated communication Speech Communication Model contexts. [REASON]
Analyze and explain the elements of communication competence in online group interactions. [REASON]
Identify and explain the influences of cultural (gender, occupation, age, socioeconomic, for example) variations in the online communication environment. [REASON]
Demonstrate course concepts in communication competence and effective group decision-making through participation in online group projects. [COMMUNICATE]