KVVS111 Communication Theory (5 op)

Arvosteluasteikko

0-5

Opetuskieli/-kielet

englanti

Osaamistavoitteet

On completion of this course the student will be able to
- identify and describe major trends in theorizing communication
- critically analyze and evaluate communication theories
- relate theory to day to day communication activities.

Suoritustavat

Lectures, reading circle, written assignment

Sisältö

Students will gain a comprehensive view of communication theory. The focus is on various theories of communication. Students will be familiar with theories from a social scientific, interpretive, and critical/cultural perspective.

Lisätiedot

Timing for students in MDP in Intercultural Communication: First year

Kirjallisuus

ISBN-numero	Tekijä, julkaisuvuosi, teoksen nimi, julkaisija
	Griffin, E., Ledbetter, A., & Sparks, G. (2019). A first look at communication theory (10th ed.). New York: McGraw-Hill Education.
	Braithwaite, D.O. & Schrodt, P. (Eds.) (2008). Engaging theories in interpersonal communication: Multiple perspectives. Los Angeles: Sage.

Arviointiperusteet

Passing the course requires completion of all required assignments in line with stated learning outcomes. An 80% attendance requirement is applied.

Arvosanakohtaiset arviointiperusteet

Grade-specific assessment criteria are introduced in the course.