Course

Course Summary
Credit Type:
Course
ACE ID:
DLCR-0001
Location:
Classroom-based
Length:
12 weeks (42 hours)
Dates Offered:
Credit Recommendation & Competencies
Level Credits (SH) Subject
Lower-Division Baccalaureate 2 Interpersonal Communications or Public Speaking
Description

Objective:

The course objective is to build greater self-confidence; strengthen people skills; enhance communication skills; develop leadership skills; and reduce stress and improve attitudes.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Identify principles for improving human relations
  • Enhance professional communication skills
  • Explore leadership principles to increase productivity and efficiency in the workplace
  • Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to develop a personal vision

General Topics:

  • Building a foundation for success
  • Building on memory skills and enhancing relationships
  • Increasing self-confidence
  • Enhancing relationships and motivating others
  • Energizing communication
  • Making ideas clear
  • Disagreeing agreeably
  • Gaining willing cooperation and committing to influencing others
  • Managing stress
  • Developing more flexibility
  • Building and inspiring others through recognition
  • Demonstrating leadership
  • Celebrating achievements and renewing vision
Instruction & Assessment

Instructional Strategies:

  • Classroom Exercise
  • Discussion
  • Learner Presentations
  • Lectures
  • Practical Exercises

Methods of Assessment:

  • Performance Rubrics (Checklists)
  • Presentations

Minimum Passing Score:

70%
Supplemental Materials